Stupid Question ? Powder coating heat bad?

[TEST MY 6]

Hey sorry if this may sound stupid to some but I did a search and coudnt find any info, I bought a hollow sway bar that I was considering getting powder coated and was wondering if the process could change the metals properties in any negative ways ? I know that they reach temps of 500* during the curing process. Anyone ever consider this? Thanks

 

[Ormand]

No, powder coating won't hurt the sway bar. It may sound hot, but 500 degrees is not high enough to change mechanical properties. Over a period of time, you can use 500 degrees on some things, like castings, to "stabilize" them, and relieve stresses so that the pieces don't warp. But for something like a hardened steel sway bar, 500 degrees F is no biggie.

 

[TEST MY 6]

thanks I appreciate the info , I will go ahead with that