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Paint Maker ADAS Radar Optimized Color Resources: PPG
I-CAR · August 20, 2024
Summary
This article highlights PPG's resources and software updates for ADAS radar-optimized color formulas, explaining how paint film thickness and specific color formulas can affect radar transmission. PPG provides designated 'RADAR capable' paint formulas within their PaintManager XI software to prevent ADAS degradation or failure on painted plastic bumpers.
What to do on the job
Use PPG PaintManager XI software to search for and select the designated 'RADAR capable' paint formula when refinishing bumper covers over ADAS radar sensors.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the selection of specialized, radar-compliant paint formulas and to support the necessity of using OEM-approved refinish materials and software (like PPG PaintManager XI) to ensure ADAS safety systems function properly after a bumper repair.
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