Opti-Coat is a one component moisture cure clear coat much like a one-component moisture cure isocyanates paint. Once it is applied, just like other clear coats, there is no need to add boosters or other maintenance products to replenish it. The only way Opti-Coat is removed is by polishing, wet sanding, or use of paint removers. IPA, Prep-Sol, Detergents, degreasers, or other chemical cleaners will not affect Opti-Coat. Since there are many types of clear coats, I will base my comparison on urethanes since they are widely used in the automotive industry.
Opti-Coat vs. Urethane clears
Much better scratch and Mar resistance
Much better release properties (readily sheds dirt and oil)
Much better UV resistance (no yellowing over time)
Much better gloss retention
Does not oxidize (will continue to bead water and release dirt for years).
By adding Opti-Coat over the existing clear coat, the clear coat will be fully protected from all these elements. One other factor to consider is that every time clear coat is polished, some paint is removed. Most car manufacturers suggest that removing 0.2 mils or more of clear coat will lead to paint failure. Opti-Coat will replenish the clearcoat and prevents this from ever happening. This alone will make adding Opti-Coat after any polishing or compounding a safe and cost effective approach.
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