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Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
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Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)

Part # TAM860054.7(11)
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About this part

This is a 100ml can of Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint. These spray paints were developed especially for decorating transparent polycarbonate bodies used in R/C car modeling. Each can contains 100ml of paint, which is the appropriate amount for finishing one 1/10 scale model.

Painting polycarbonate bodies is done from the inside of the body shell as opposed to the outside of a traditional plastic model. When spraying body from the inside, keep the can about 30cm from the surface. After curing apply another coat as necessary. These paints are impervious to oil and fuels, so they can be safely used on gas-powered R/C bodies.

Warning: Never use these paints on plastic models.
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Reviews4.7 · 11 reviews

Max ButvinikVerified owneron Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)

For an 1/8 scale rally body, I needed two cans to fully paint the body with multiple coats, and for a 1/10 scale 2WD buggy, I only needed one. It's great as a main color or as a backer. I start with lighter coats and progress to heavier ones (heavier ones right away if it's the backer), keeping an eye out for wet spots before they form. I wait 15-20 minutes between coats, and a full day before using the body on a vehicle. With this method I've had zero issues with flaking or anything of the sort. This'll be my go-to brand of RC paint.

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Puddler of PaintVerified owneron Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)

Worked well but pricey. 1 Star knocked off for high price. Otherwise, good spray head- my buddies told me that Lexan is tricky to paint- and this is the way to go. Three pieces of advice for fellow noobs: 1. Do it outdoors if possible, wear a proper respirator. 2. Light coats, take your time. Hold it up to the light to see thin spots b4 next coat. 3. Masking for multicolor- pull the tape 10 minutes or so after last coat of first color. Wait a few hours or even longer before the next color to avoid bleeding of 2nd color into first color. 3b- just keep it simple, rub down edges of making tape lines well. Have fun.

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Steve ExtanceVerified owneron Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)

This is the best paint hands down. Colors and quality are top notch.

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MitchVerified owneron Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)

never had the issue the other person decribed. used this paint on 5 bodies so far emaxx 2 of them hyper10 a Friends slash raptor body and my 5b desert rat body. never had this paint flake or chip. worse if gotten is with tamiyas lighter colors taking a lot of coats to cover well. buy more paint then u think ull need. 2 cans of red / blue for a sc or monster truck top wont cut it.

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Elijah CasanovaVerified owneron Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)

Tamiya has the best paint in the game. No complaints, follow the correct techniques and you'll be a pro.

What reviewers say

Reviewers broadly rate Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint highly, praising its spray quality, even coverage and reliability on RC bodies, with several saying it works well as a main colour or backer. Users recommend light, multiple coats with waiting between them, and one reports zero flaking across several bodies. Some note it is heavier and forms dots, needing more coats than expected, especially for lighter Tamiya colours. Criticisms include high price and the need to buy extra cans for larger bodies. One reviewer mentions the Tamiya stock shortage during 2020 and a cheaper alternative, Krylon lacquer, which they found compatible. Reviews mostly cover the black variant, with one referring to other Tamiya colours.

  • + Good coverage and even spray
  • + Reliable, no flaking when coated properly
  • + Works as main colour or backer
  • + Wide colour range
  • − High price
  • − Heavy, dotty finish needing many coats
  • − Needs extra cans for large bodies
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