C.A.R. Fit Clear Coats

C.A.R. Fit 2K clear coats for automotive refinishing

C.A.R. Fit 2K clear coats are designed for professional automotive refinishing and repair work. The clear coat protects the colour layer, determines the final gloss level and has a major influence on the durability and appearance of the completed paint system.

This category includes both high-gloss UHS and matt 2K clear coat systems, allowing you to choose the correct finish for the repair.

C.A.R. Fit 2K UHS clear coat

C.A.R. Fit UHS clear coat is a two-component high-solids acrylic coating intended for professional repair and refinishing work where strong gloss, good appearance and a durable final layer are required.

Always follow the technical instructions for hardener selection, mixing ratio, spray gun setup, number of coats and drying conditions.

C.A.R. Fit 2K matt clear coat

C.A.R. Fit 2K matt clear coat is a transparent two-component coating designed to create a matt final appearance over compatible conventional and waterborne automotive paint systems.

The current product is specified at approximately 15–20 gloss units measured at 60° and uses a 2:1 mixing ratio. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="5"}

Consistent spray technique and film build are especially important with matt clear coats because application differences can affect the uniformity of the final gloss level.

Gloss or matt clear coat?

Choose a gloss UHS clear coat when you need a traditional high-gloss automotive finish that can be refined after curing if necessary. Choose matt clear coat when the original or required finish has a reduced gloss level.

The two systems should not be treated as interchangeable because the required appearance needs to be considered before the refinishing process begins.

Using 2K clear coat with hardener

A 2K clear coat must be mixed with the correct hardener before use. Once the components are combined, the chemical curing process begins and the mixed material has a limited pot life.

Always follow the manufacturer's specified mixing ratio, thinning instructions, application window and drying schedule. The current C.A.R. Fit matt system, for example, uses a 2:1 mixing ratio and can be thinned according to the technical instructions. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="6"}

C.A.R. Fit automotive refinishing system

C.A.R. Fit offers more than clear coats. Its automotive refinishing range also includes body fillers, primers and fillers, aerosol products and other supporting materials. :chatgpt-content-reference{index="7"}

This allows you to use the clear coat as part of a broader refinishing system, provided that the individual products and application steps are compatible.

Frequently Asked Questions about C.A.R. Fit clear coats