Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat
Second-stage ION durable coating, responsible for activating the ion exchange process. Provides superior hydrophobicity and a self-cleaning effect.
Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat is a permanent nano-ceramic protective coating designed as the second stage of the Ceramic Pro ION system. Applied over ION Base Coat, it activates the ion-exchange process and forms a clear protective layer with strong hydrophobic properties, reduced contaminant adhesion, improved self-cleaning performance, and enhanced surface gloss. Unlike conventional finishing coatings, ION Top Coat contributes its own coating thickness and additional protective performance to the completed ION system.
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Product Class
Layer-Forming Protective Coating / Hydrophobic Surface Treatment
Recommended Layers
1+
Min. Intercoat Interval
60 minutes
Full Chemical Cure
7 days
Consumption Per Layer
10-15 ml/m² per layer
Product Identification
- Product Name
- Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat
- Product Code
- B651
- Product Version
- V1.0
- Manufacturer
- Nanoshine Group Corp.
- Country of Manufacture
- Taiwan (R.O.C.)
- TDS Revision
- V1.0-R3
- Issue Date
- 2026-09-01
Product Description
- Product Class
- Layer-Forming Protective Coating · Hydrophobic Surface Treatment
- Formulation System
- Solvent-Based
- Solvent / Carrier Type
- Hydrocarbon-Based
- Component Configuration
- Single-Component (1K)
- Technology
- Nano-Ceramic Coating Technology / Ion-Exchange Technology
- System Role
- Stand-Alone Coating · Top Coat · Finishing Coat
- Layering Type
- Single-Layer Coating
- Curing Mode
- Ambient Cure · IR-Assisted Cure
- Coating Permanence
- Permanent
- Primary Functions
- Chemical Resistance · Environmental Contaminant Protection · Oxidation Protection · Corrosion Protection · UV Protection · Stain Resistance · Hydrophobic Performance · Water Repellency · Contaminant Repellency · Self-Cleaning Performance · Reduced Surface Adhesion · Easier Maintenance · Surface Slickness · Gloss Enhancement · Visual Depth Enhancement · Color Enhancement
Typical Technical Properties
| Property | Value | Test Method / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| As Supplied | ||
| Density | 0.97-0.99 g/cm³ at 25 °C | Test Method / Standard: ASTM D1475 |
| Viscosity | 10-15 mPa·s at 20 °C | Test Method / Standard: ASTM D2196 |
| Cured Coating | ||
| Coating Thickness | 1 micron | Test Method / Standard: ASTM B487 |
| Water Contact Angle | 110° | Test Method / Standard: ASTM D7334 |
The technical data stated in this document are based on internal laboratory testing, third-party testing where applicable, and current technical knowledge of the product.
Unless otherwise specified, all stated values are typical values obtained under controlled test conditions and are provided for technical reference. They should not be interpreted as guaranteed specification limits for every individual production batch.
Actual results may vary depending on substrate type and condition, application method, applied quantity or coating thickness, environmental conditions, curing conditions, and other application-specific factors. Where a specific test method, standard, substrate, or test condition is relevant to the interpretation of a reported value, it should be stated together with that value.
Appearance
- Liquid Appearance
- Clear, colorless, homogeneous liquid, free from visible particles or sediment
- Cured Appearance
- Clear and transparent · High-Gloss
Intended Use and Substrates
Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat is intended for professional application over Ceramic Pro ION Base Coat as the finishing stage of the Ceramic Pro ION protective system. It is primarily used on automotive paint and other compatible exterior vehicle surfaces to complete the ion-exchange process, establish strong hydrophobic performance, reduce contaminant adhesion, and enhance the overall protective and visual properties of the completed coating system.
- Application Areas
- Automotive · Transportation · Marine · Residential · Commercial · Industrial · Architectural · Infrastructure · Consumer & Luxury Goods · Professional Equipment · Household Applications
Suitable Substrates
- Painted & Coated Surfaces
- Automotive Paint · Clear Coat · Painted Surfaces · Powder-Coated Surfaces · Factory-Applied Coatings · Refinished Surfaces
- Metal Surfaces
- Bare Metal · Coated Metal · Polished Metal · Brushed Metal
- Polymer Surfaces
- Plastics · Acrylic · Polycarbonate · Other Polymer Surfaces
- Composite Materials
- Carbon Fiber · Fiberglass · Other Composite Materials
- Wood-Based Surfaces
- Natural Wood · Finished Wood · Wood-Based Materials
- Rubber & Elastomeric Materials
- Rubber · Elastomers
- Surface Finish Compatibility & Retention
- Gloss — Preserved · Modified · Matte — Application-Dependent
- Use Environment
- Interior & Exterior
- Application Level
- Professional Use Only
Restrictions and Limitations
- Substrate Deformation Limitations
- Not suitable for substrates subject to significant stretching or repeated elongation.
- Existing Surface Treatment Limitations
- Do not apply over existing waxes, sealants, hydrophobic treatments, or protective coatings unless specifically approved.
Surface Requirements
- Surface Cleanliness
- Fully Clean · Free from Oils, Grease, Silicone, Waxes, Polishing Residues, Existing Coatings (unrelated to the current build), and Other Contaminants
- Surface Moisture Condition
- Fully Dry
- Surface Temperature
- Recommended range: 10–30 °C
- Existing Coating / Paint Condition
- Fully Cured · Fully Dried and Ready for Service
For complete substrate preparation procedures and product-specific preparation steps, refer to the current Installation Manual.
Application
- Application Method
- Applicator Application · Spray Application
- Recommended Ambient Temperature
- 25 °C
- Recommended Relative Humidity
- 50% RH
- Application Environment
- Clean, Dust-Free Indoor Area · Clean Controlled Area
- Recommended Layers
- 1+
- Consumption Per Layer
- 10-15 ml/m² per layer
The application and curing times stated in this document are provided as reference values based on an ambient temperature of 25 °C, 50% relative humidity, and the typical coating thickness specified in this TDS. Actual timing may vary depending on substrate type and absorbency, application method, applied product quantity, final layer thickness after leveling, environmental conditions, and installer technique. The stated values should therefore be used as a technical reference rather than absolute process limits. During application, coating behavior should be observed and timing adjusted where necessary to achieve the intended result.
Application Timing and Curing
Flash Time
30-60 seconds after application
Flash Time for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: 30-60 seconds after application.
Levelling / Wipe-Off Window
approximately 60 seconds
Levelling / Wipe-Off Window for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: approximately 60 seconds.
Minimum Intercoat Interval
60 minutes
Minimum Intercoat Interval for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: 60 minutes.
Maximum Intercoat Interval
2-3 hours
Maximum Intercoat Interval for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: 2-3 hours.
Tack-Free Time
1 hour
Tack-Free Time for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: 1 hour.
Water Contact Restriction
24 hours
Water Contact Restriction for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: 24 hours.
Release for Service / Delivery
24 hours
Release for Service / Delivery for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: 24 hours.
Time Before Washing
7 days
Time Before Washing for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: 7 days.
Full Chemical Cure
7 days
Full Chemical Cure for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: 7 days.
For accelerated or alternative curing procedures (if available), refer to the current Installation Manual.
Storage and Shelf Life
- Storage Temperature
- 5–25 °C
- Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place. Do not freeze, overheat, or expose to direct sunlight.
- Shelf Life — Unopened
- 2 years in sealed packaging
- After Opening
- Use as soon as possible after opening.
Packaging
- Primary Container
- Glass Bottle
- Secondary Packaging
- Rigid Presentation Box
- Available Volumes
- 50 ml
Health and Safety
Chemical product. Handle and use in accordance with the current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and product label.
Refer to the current product Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete information on hazards, safe handling, personal protective equipment, first aid, storage, disposal, transport, and emergency measures.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many layers should I apply?+
Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat is applied in 1+ layers, at 10-15 ml/m² per layer.
How long should I wait between layers?+
The minimum intercoat interval for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat is 60 minutes. The maximum interval is 2-3 hours. Times are stated at 25 °C and 50% RH.
How long until the coating is fully cured?+
Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat reaches full chemical cure in 7 days.
When can the vehicle be washed after application?+
Wait 7 days after applying Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat before washing the surface.
When can the vehicle be exposed to rain or water?+
Keep a surface coated with Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat away from water contact for 24 hours after application.
What surfaces is it suitable for, and what surfaces is it not?+
Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat is suitable for painted & coated surfaces, metal surfaces, polymer surfaces, composite materials, wood-based surfaces, rubber & elastomeric materials. Not suitable for substrates subject to significant stretching or repeated elongation.
What are the application temperature and humidity requirements?+
Apply Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat at 25 °C and 50% RH, with the surface at 10–30 °C. Application environment: clean, dust-free indoor area, clean controlled area.
What is the shelf life, and how long after opening can it be used?+
Unopened, Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat keeps for 2 years in sealed packaging, stored at 5–25 °C. Use as soon as possible after opening.
Can it be applied over another coating or wax?+
Do not apply Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat over existing waxes, sealants, hydrophobic treatments, or protective coatings unless specifically approved. The surface must be fully clean, free from oils, grease, silicone, waxes, polishing residues, existing coatings (unrelated to the current build), and other contaminants.
How is it applied?+
Application methods for Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat: applicator, spray. Professional Use Only.
What does the cured coating look like?+
Cured Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat is clear and transparent with a high-gloss finish.
Related Products
System Role
- 1Ceramic Pro ION Base Coat · Base Coat
- 2Ceramic Pro ION Top Coat · Top Coat
The information and recommendations contained in this Technical Data Sheet are based on current product knowledge and the technical data available at the time of publication.
Actual product performance may vary depending on substrate type and condition, surface preparation, application method, environmental conditions, curing conditions, subsequent maintenance, and conditions of use. The product must be applied in accordance with the specified requirements and the current Installation Manual.
Users are responsible for verifying product suitability for the intended substrate and application, particularly where materials, conditions, or uses fall outside those specifically described or validated by the manufacturer.
This Technical Data Sheet does not replace the applicable Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Refer to the current product SDS for complete information regarding hazards, safe handling, personal protective equipment, first aid, storage, disposal, and emergency measures.
For complete surface preparation, application, curing, and installation procedures, refer to the current Ceramic Pro Installation Manual applicable to the product.
Always refer to the most recent published version of this Technical Data Sheet. Product specifications, formulations, recommendations, and supporting documentation may be updated as part of ongoing product development and technical review.
This document does not modify or replace any applicable product warranty terms or other contractual conditions.