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Offline misconceit

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Case modding - Paint, Vinyl or Hydro-dip?
« on: Tue, 05 July 2016, 08:02:17 »
Has anyone does a comparison between these option?
Airbrushing seems the best since I have full control on what will be on the case,
but I have heard hydro-dipping will last longer which makes this option superior since a replacement case for HHKB is hard to find :confused:
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Re: Case modding - Paint, Vinyl or Hydro-dip?
« Reply #1 on: Tue, 05 July 2016, 09:36:06 »
Any "film-forming" product can wear and peel with ugly results, and few or no cases can truly be dyed.

Dipping seems like a good option because the finish itself is strong, then it can be peeled back off when it goes bad, as I understand it.

I have had good results with "Dupli-Color" available at auto supply stores.
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Re: Case modding - Paint, Vinyl or Hydro-dip?
« Reply #2 on: Tue, 05 July 2016, 12:12:00 »
What about powder coating? 
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Re: Case modding - Paint, Vinyl or Hydro-dip?
« Reply #3 on: Tue, 05 July 2016, 12:29:16 »
Paint is the least durable of the options and the most finicky to apply.

Vinyl like 3M Di-Noc is probably the best option of your list as you don't need to send it off anywhere or buy specialized equipment except maybe a hair dryer to soften the wrap on the corners.

Hydrodip you'll either need to send it off or buy a kit. It can be durable but it seems to be more for those who want a pattern (e.g. digicam) or paint on an object where it'll be hard to reach every nook and cranny with a spray gun/can.

If you're going to send it off, think about powdercoating; so long as the case can withstand the ~400F bake time.
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