Here you will find the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.
If you cannot find your answer here, please contact us and we will be able to assist.
What exactly is Body Armour 9H?
Our original formula was developed over 5 years ago and was updated late 2013 into its current form.
Body Armour 9H is a clear liquid. It is comprised of carrier solvents/fluids and our active ingredients. Our nano ceramic resin technology, developed through many years of research and development, is a closely guarded secret. We can however state that it is a pre-polymer ceramic resin bonded with several agents to increase gloss, protection and durability over OEM clear coat finishes.
It reacts with the moisture in the atmosphere to dehydrate and forms a complex cross-linked uniform layer of protection.
Body Armour 9H bonds to the paint using several methods based on chemical reactions that occur between your cars paint and the coating itself. Of these, the most prominent is the "covalent" bonding process, whereby two electrons from opposing substrates form an inseperable bond at the molecular level.
The only way to remove Body Armour 9H from your vehicle is with abrasion, such as sanding or machine compounding.
AT A GLANCE:
PRODUCT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Is the coating really permanent?
Body Armour 9H is as permanent as the paint on your car. Once our coating is applied to your vehicle, the covalent bonding process begins immediately. Due to the strong chemical bonding process (interlocking paint molecules with Body Armour 9H) it essentially becomes the functional surface of your car.
What areas can be coated with Body Armour 9H?
Body Armour 9H can be applied to the entire exterior of your vehicle, except soft rubbers, tyres and mouldings.
Most of customers have it applied to paint, glass and wheels as part of a package deal available from your approved applicator.
What is the difference between Body Armour 9H and what my dealer is offering?
Your Dealer is most likely selling you a WAX with added PTFE (Teflon) for added durability. Wax simply does not have the durability or protection that a "coating" like Body Armour can provide. Ask to see the bottle of "paint protection" they are offering. If it's a creamy substance, its a wax! That's it!
Your paint protection warranty from your car dealer will also be void if you use aggressive shampoos or waxes etc. This means that your warranty will be void if you take it to the local shopping centre car wash.
This signifies that the product is WEAK and can be removed easily (remember, its just a wax).
How is the product applied?
Body Armour 9H is only available to applicators who have been trained in its application method. Our product arrives as a "kit" containing all that the detailer needs to apply the coating. The bottle of product is gradually dispensed to a microfibre applicator pad and applied to the vehicle, one panel at a time. Body Armour 9H takes about 1 minute (more or less depending on temperature) to "react" with the surface before the carrier solvents flash.
Once the flashing of the solvents is completed, it is time to wipe off the excess and move to the next panel.
Will it protect from stone chips?
No it will not.
For a coating to be strong enough to resist stone chips, the product would be too brittle. We believe we have found the happy medium between strength and durability.
Do I need to use special soaps/shampoos to wash the car?
No you do not.
You can use any shampoo you like, even the heavy duty ones.
Can I still wax the car if I want to?
Yes you can, although it is not needed and can actually have a negative impact on the hydrophobicity of Body Armour 9H.
Waxing can also affect the anti-static properties of Body Armour 9H, as wax tends to collect dust.
How long before I can drive my car or get it wet?
The vehicle must remain stationary for at least 20 minutes prior to light driving.
If you are intending to go for a longer drive or it is raining, you must wait 2 hours before driving.
If you cannot find your answer here, please contact us and we will be able to assist.
What exactly is Body Armour 9H?
Our original formula was developed over 5 years ago and was updated late 2013 into its current form.
Body Armour 9H is a clear liquid. It is comprised of carrier solvents/fluids and our active ingredients. Our nano ceramic resin technology, developed through many years of research and development, is a closely guarded secret. We can however state that it is a pre-polymer ceramic resin bonded with several agents to increase gloss, protection and durability over OEM clear coat finishes.
It reacts with the moisture in the atmosphere to dehydrate and forms a complex cross-linked uniform layer of protection.
Body Armour 9H bonds to the paint using several methods based on chemical reactions that occur between your cars paint and the coating itself. Of these, the most prominent is the "covalent" bonding process, whereby two electrons from opposing substrates form an inseperable bond at the molecular level.
The only way to remove Body Armour 9H from your vehicle is with abrasion, such as sanding or machine compounding.
AT A GLANCE:
- Super Hydrophobic and Oleophobic properties
- 9H impact resistance
- High gloss effect
- Remarkable stain resistance
PRODUCT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Coating hardness - (ASTM B117) - 9H Pencil
- Adhesion Cross-Cut Tape - (ASTM D3359) - 5b (0%, none)
- Mandrel Bend - (ASTM D522) - 0% @ 180 deg rotation
- Impact (ASTM D2794) - @80in/lbs
- Salt Spray (ASTM B117) applied to bare steel panel at 5% solution, >350 hours to first sign of corrosion
- Minimum curing time - 20 minutes for light driving
- Full curing time - 2-4 days (quicker if exposed to heat)
Is the coating really permanent?
Body Armour 9H is as permanent as the paint on your car. Once our coating is applied to your vehicle, the covalent bonding process begins immediately. Due to the strong chemical bonding process (interlocking paint molecules with Body Armour 9H) it essentially becomes the functional surface of your car.
What areas can be coated with Body Armour 9H?
Body Armour 9H can be applied to the entire exterior of your vehicle, except soft rubbers, tyres and mouldings.
Most of customers have it applied to paint, glass and wheels as part of a package deal available from your approved applicator.
What is the difference between Body Armour 9H and what my dealer is offering?
Your Dealer is most likely selling you a WAX with added PTFE (Teflon) for added durability. Wax simply does not have the durability or protection that a "coating" like Body Armour can provide. Ask to see the bottle of "paint protection" they are offering. If it's a creamy substance, its a wax! That's it!
Your paint protection warranty from your car dealer will also be void if you use aggressive shampoos or waxes etc. This means that your warranty will be void if you take it to the local shopping centre car wash.
This signifies that the product is WEAK and can be removed easily (remember, its just a wax).
How is the product applied?
Body Armour 9H is only available to applicators who have been trained in its application method. Our product arrives as a "kit" containing all that the detailer needs to apply the coating. The bottle of product is gradually dispensed to a microfibre applicator pad and applied to the vehicle, one panel at a time. Body Armour 9H takes about 1 minute (more or less depending on temperature) to "react" with the surface before the carrier solvents flash.
Once the flashing of the solvents is completed, it is time to wipe off the excess and move to the next panel.
Will it protect from stone chips?
No it will not.
For a coating to be strong enough to resist stone chips, the product would be too brittle. We believe we have found the happy medium between strength and durability.
Do I need to use special soaps/shampoos to wash the car?
No you do not.
You can use any shampoo you like, even the heavy duty ones.
Can I still wax the car if I want to?
Yes you can, although it is not needed and can actually have a negative impact on the hydrophobicity of Body Armour 9H.
Waxing can also affect the anti-static properties of Body Armour 9H, as wax tends to collect dust.
How long before I can drive my car or get it wet?
The vehicle must remain stationary for at least 20 minutes prior to light driving.
If you are intending to go for a longer drive or it is raining, you must wait 2 hours before driving.