Abcite® 545 / X45

Low viscosity thermoplastic powder coating


Abcite® 545 / X45 is a thermoplastic product range with a particularly low viscosity for a smooth finish on low heat retention substrates such as aluminium and thin parts.

Key features and benefits

  • 25 years proven performance
  • Superior corrosion resistance
  • Excellent impact and sand abrasion resistance
  • Economic through lower application temperature
  • Premium quality, glossy appearance
  • Will not crack, chip, flake or fracture
  • Excellent adhesion to metallic substrate
  • No requirement for a primer
  • Free of Bisphenol A (BPA), PVC, halogens, phthalates and heavy metals

What applications can Abcite® 545 / X45 be used in?

Abcite 545 / X45 is ideal for coating thin parts or metal items that have low heat retention.

How is Abcite® 545 / X45 applied?

Abcite 545 / X45 can be applied by:

  • electrostatic spray, this requires the grade Abcite X45
  • fluidised bed (dip), this requires the grade Abcite 545

Which colours are available?

Abcite 545 / X45 is available in white and neutral.

Axalta can offer any bespoke colours to match your needs for customers prepared to place a minimum order of 800 kg. Please see our technical guides for more details.

Abcite® 545 / X45 approvals

The following approvals are available upon request:

  • Food contact compliance