K Hand Coaters are used in the paint and coating industry to apply a uniform layer of liquid onto a flat surface, such as a test panel. These hand coaters are designed to produce controlled and uniform film thicknesses, making them an important tool for measuring the viscosity and rheology of liquids.

K Hand Coaters are available in different slot sizes, which allow for the application of different film thicknesses, and are made with solvent-resistant materials to ensure durability and longevity. In summary, K Hand Coaters are an essential tool for the research and development of paints and coatings, as they enable precise and controlled application of test liquids.

K hand Coater Bars  provides a simple but effective means of applying paints, printing inks, lacquers, adhesives and other surface coatings onto many substrates including paper, board, plastic films, foils, metal plates, glass plates, wood etc. Two or more coatings can be applied side-by-side in a single operation making the system ideal for comparing products.

  • Simple, economical.
  • Will deposit from 4 to 500 micron wet film thickness.
  • Good repeatability with special impression bed.
  • Stainless steel rods and wire used for K bars.
  • K bars are numbered and colour coded.
  • Two or more products coated simultaneously for comparison.

K Hand Coater Bar Thickness Chart (Wire Wound Rod Guide)

K Hand Coater Bars, also known as wire wound rods, are used to apply precise and repeatable wet film thicknesses across a variety of substrates. Selecting the correct rod size is essential for accurate coating results in both laboratory and production environments.

Rk Bars Chart color code

Each K Hand Coater Bar is engineered to deliver a consistent wet film thickness based on the wire size. Choosing the correct rod ensures uniform application, improved quality control, and reliable test results.

Need help selecting the right K Hand Coater Bar?

Contact us and we’ll recommend the best rod size based on your coating application.

How to Use a K Hand Coater Bar

Using a K Hand Coater Bar is simple and effective:

  1. Place the substrate on a flat surface
  2. Apply a small amount of coating liquid at one end
  3. Draw down the rod with steady, even pressure
  4. Allow the coating to level and dry
Weight.25 lbs
Dimensions20 × .5 × .5 in
K Kand Coating Bar

0, White, 4 microns, 0.05mm K Kand Coating, 1, yellow, 6 micrones, 0.08mm K hand Coater bar, 2, Red 12 Microns K Hand Coater, 3-Green -24 -microns K Kand Coating, 4 Black, 40 microns, 0.51mm K Hand Coater, 5 Khaki 50 microns, K Hand Coater, 6, Orange, 60 Microns, 5 K Hand Coater, 7, Brown, 80 Microns, K Hand Coater, 8, Blue 100 Microns, K Hand Coater