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OPTIMUM CAR WAX
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Optimum Car Wax is the only spray car wax that provides the durability
of a paste wax and long-lasting UV protection. A combination of
high-grade Carnauba wax, sealant polymers and UV inhibitors forms a protective layer on the painted surface to protect the paint from sun
damage and environmental elements for up to 5 months. KEY
BENEFITS
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Takes
less than 15 minutes to wax the whole car. No buffing required. No
residues to remove. |
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1 application lasts up to 5 months |
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Helps
reduce fading |
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Will not create swirl marks like traditional car wax/polishes |
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Contains no harsh chemicals or VOC's |
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If not completely satisfied with performance, purchase price will be refunded |
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Optimum Car Wax is currently used by many car washes and detail shops. The superior performance, ease of application, and no messy residue are just some of the reasons these professionals prefer Optimum Car Wax over all other products in the
marketplace. Refer to our testimonials
page for details.
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TECHNICAL
BACKGROUND
Optimum Car Wax (patents 6669763 & 6685765) was developed after years of research in manufacturing automotive paint. Although automotive paint technology has experienced revolutionary changes in the past decade, the major wax/polish manufacturers have continued to offer the same old technologies. Almost all Original Equipment Manufacturers' (OEM's) automotive paint systems used today have a pigmented base coat protected by a thin layer of clear coat. The base coat is comprised primarily of pigments or colorants held in place by a polymeric resin film (binder). The clear coat contains polymeric resin or binder, UV inhibitors, and generally one or more additives. The additives can help protect the surface from scratches and marring, and generally last several months. Optimum Car Wax will add Carnauba wax to the surface and replenish
sealant polymers to protect the finish from the environmental elements.
The UV inhibitors help keep the paint free of "free radical" degradation, and protect the pigments and colorants from oxidation. Over time the UV inhibitors become deactivated or consumed. Optimum Car Wax with UV is the only car wax that contains UV inhibitors and helps protect the paint from degradation and oxidation.
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STATEMENT
Optimum Car Wax contains no chemical solvents or other environmentally hazardous compounds. Optimum Car Wax contains no VOCs and only the finest waxes,
methicones, and emollients that are also used in many hand lotions. It is, therefore, very safe for the consumers as well as for the environment.
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TECHNICAL DATA
EXTERNAL UV TESTING
Panels that were painted with automotive base coat and clear coat systems were divided into two sections, the top half was left untreated while the lower half was treated with Optimum Car Wax. These panels were subjected
to UV light in a QUV instrument which mimics direct sunlight. After only 6 weeks in the QUV instrument (which is roughly equivalent to two years of normal weathering), the untreated panels showed loss of gloss and clarity while the sections treated with Optimum Car Wax retained their high gloss and clarity.*
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Study conducted by Buckman Laboratories, Memphis, TN 9/10/02.
INTERNAL UV TESTING
Optimum Car Wax with UV was applied to clear coated glass panels and the UV levels were measured through the film. The UV inhibitors in Optimum car Wax reduced the UV levels by 43%. This level of UV protection can help increase the life of paint and the colorants in the paint by up to two fold.*
* Study conducted by Optimum Polymer Technologies, Memphis, TN 10/15/01.
DURABILITY TESTING
Optimum Car Wax was applied to automotive coated panels along with
two major leading spray car wax brands. These panels were left on an exterior surface at a 45 degree angle toward south along with an untreated control panel for five months. During this period of time, the panels were washed with car wash soaps on a weekly basis. While the panels treated with the competitive products showed no water beading after just one wash, the panels with Optimum
Car Wax with UV showed visible water beading after 22 washes.*
* Study conducted by Optimum Polymer Technologies, Memphis, TN 7/14/02.
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FAQs
What is the difference between a wax and a polish?
Nearly all products in the market whether called "wax" or "polish"
contain polishing agents. Polishing agents remove paint and create
swirl marks on the painted surface. Fine polishing agents create fine
swirl marks and remove less paint. The swirl marks become very visible
after the wax wears off. Optimum Car Wax is the only product in the
marketplace that offers long-lasting protection without damaging or
removing the clearcoat finish.
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How can I tell if the product I am using has polishing agents?
If the product label says that it leaves a powdery residue, you can be sure that it contains abrasives. Some of the conventional wax/polishes contain as much as 20% by weight polishing agents. Optimum Car Wax is the only product that is abrasive-free, is as durable as paste wax, and
offers UV protection.
Why do most wax /polish products contain abrasives?
Conventional waxes and polishes were designed for older enamel finishes to remove oxidized pigments and colorants. Paint technology has come a long way in the past decade; however, the wax /polish manufacturers still offer the same old technologies.
How can I protect the clear coat finish on my car?
Only use automotive car wash soaps to wash your car. Use Optimum Polishing Cloths for drying and/or waxing your car. Apply Optimum
Car Wax with UV once every four months to the painted surfaces to get maximum protection.
What causes swirl marks on my car paint?
Swirl marks are created by two major processes: (1) Applying conventional wax /polishes and (2) using terry towels or any other towels that have
a rough texture.
What is the difference between liquid and paste wax /polish?
The only difference between liquid and paste waxes /polishes is thickening agents. Both conventional liquid and paste waxes/polishes contain abrasives which can harm the clear coat finish.
What about using wax /polish products that say clear coat safe?
These products generally contain finer polishing agents which cause finer scratches and swirl marks.
How do I remove swirl marks or deep scratches?
Most wax/polishes contain fillers that hide not remove swirl marks.
These paint imperfections will become visible after a few washes and the
swirls "came back".
To remove swirl marks/scratches, use
Optimum
Polish via rotary or random orbital polishers with light cut or
finishing foam pad. Optimum Polish has no fillers and will remove, not
hide, swirl marks.
To add protection to the finish, just spray OCW on the residue and wipe
it off with a microfiber towel for the fastest way to a perfect finish
and Optimum shine.
Why should I wax my car if it has a clear coat finish?
Clear coat finishes contain additives to reduce scratching and marring and protect
the clear coat from environmental elements such as acid rain, bird droppings, tree sap, etc. These additives also cause water beading on new cars. After a few months, these surface protectants are eroded by the environmental elements. Optimum Car Wax will restore this protective layer. Furthermore, it helps reduce fading from exposure to the sun.
What is the benefit of UV inhibitors in Optimum Car Wax?
UV inhibitors help keep the color from fading and are present in the clear coat finish. These become deactivated or consumed over time. The UV inhibitors in Optimum Car Wax augment these and help protect the paint from fading.
Can I use an orbital buffer with Optimum Car Wax to wax my car?
Absolutely. In fact, most detail shops use Optimum Car Wax with high speed polishers or orbital buffers. You must use a low density foam pad with your orbital buffer or polisher. This combination results in a very high gloss finish in a few minutes.
Should I use polish/wax to remove bugs, tree sap, or road tar?
No, absolutely not. Polish /wax products scuff the paint and there is no reason to damage the paint in the process of cleaning it. The best way to remove these is with the
Optimum Glass Towel. Just dampen this amazing cleaner and buff out these nasty road films off your car without using any chemicals!
Should I use polish/wax to remove oxidized paint?
Most people in the detailing industry refer to the surface contamination
of paint as oxidation. This baked on dirt and grime needs to be cleaned
before waxing and in fact, regular application of Optimum Car Wax will
keep these contaminates from adhering to paint.
In the paint manufacturing terminology, however, oxidation is the
reaction of polymers in paint with oxygen. This process takes place on
all surfaces continuously. Surface oxidation was a major issue with the
older enamel paints that were not clearcoated, not because of paint
oxidation, but because of the oxidation of colorants/pigments which
affected their appearance by making them look dull.
By using abrasive containing waxes/polishes, the top oxidized layers of
the colorants/pigments of enamel paints were removed, which exposed the
fresh unoxidized colorants/pigments with the original gloss. This
removal of paint was evident by the change in the color of the rag used
in this process.
To keep the pigments/colorants from oxidation and color change, car
manufacturers added a thin clear paint system with UV protectants on top
of the older enamel paints. Removal of clearcoat paint with abrasive
containing polish/wax products, reduces the thickness of clearcoat and
its UV protection which leads to eventual failure of the paint system.
There is no change in color of the rag anymore since the removed paint
is clear. (see the "Published Articles"
for more in-depth information).
What conditions should I avoid when using Optimum Car Wax?
In order to avoid baking the wax and making it difficult to move, it is best to apply Optimum Car Wax in the shade when the paint surface is cool to the touch. You can even apply Optimum Car Wax in a garage or other enclosed areas since it contains no chemical solvents whatsoever.
What should I do if I spray Optimum Car Wax on my black trim?
No problem. Since Optimum Car Wax has no abrasives, it will not cause damage to moldings or trims. In fact applying Optimum Car Wax on these surfaces will protect them as well.
Why is there some haziness after I wax my car with Optimum Car Wax?
Depending on the temperature and the humidity, you may see some haziness. Lightly buff the surface with Optimum Microfiber Towel and you will see the increase in gloss right away.
Conditions to avoid:
Auto Surface temperatures below 55F or greater than 90F.
Heavy oxidation or dirt buildup
Over application
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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