Plastisol: 3 Things to Know About Plastic Dip Coating

Plastisol Basics

In brief, plastisol is a liquid, vinyl-based compound into which pre-heated (hot dip) or not (cold dip) parts can be immersed and heat-cured for a resilient, flexible, rubbery coating. Plastisol coatings can protect parts from all kinds of abuse, including abrasion, corrosion, moisture, electrical currents, impacts, and much more.

1. Plastisol Is Great for Noise Reduction

Whether it's equipment parts banging together or rattling sounds in a vehicle, adding a rubbery plastisol coating can reduce and often eliminate annoying noises when metal collides with metal. Processes that cause those same noises may also involve vibrations which can be annoying, and can be damaging to parts and people over time. Plastisol coatings can dull those vibrations, producing quieter, safer products and workplaces.

2. Plastisol Is Eco-Friendly

Phthalate-free formulations and a naturally low-waste dip coating process make plastisol coatings an eco-friendly choice. Unlike other surface treatments that might involve solvents or other hazardous chemicals, plastisol is extremely low in volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and is so durable, there's no need to reapply a coating anytime soon.

3. Plastisol Offers Custom Colors and Special Effects

Whether you want precise Pantone color matching, transparent or clear coatings, or fluorescents, plastisol is ready for custom colors. Want to add a glittery or metallic look? No problem. 

At Precision Dip Coating, we have decades of experience working with plastisol to provide you with the most cost-effective, high-quality coating solutions possible. Contact us today to take advantage of our array of plastic coating and molding services.