Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
This is a 100ml can of Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint. These spray paints were developed especially for decorating transparent polycarbonate bodies used in R/C car modeling. Each can contains 100ml of paint, which is the appropriate amount for finishing one 1/10 scale model.
Painting polycarbonate bodies is done from the inside of the body shell as opposed to the outside of a traditional plastic model. When spraying body from the inside, keep the can about 30cm from the surface. After curing apply another coat as necessary. These paints are impervious to oil and fuels, so they can be safely used on gas-powered R/C bodies.
Warning: Never use these paints on plastic models.
This product was added to our catalog on May 18, 2009
Max Butvinik
Verified Owner
Thursday, Aug 16 2018 (about 6 years ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
For an 1/8 scale rally body, I needed two cans to fully paint the body with multiple coats, and for a 1/10 scale 2WD buggy, I only needed one. It's great as a main color or as a backer. I start with lighter coats and progress to heavier ones (heavier ones right away if it's the backer), keeping an eye out for wet spots before they form. I wait 15-20 minutes between coats, and a full day before using the body on a vehicle. With this method I've had zero issues with flaking or anything of the sort. This'll be my go-to brand of RC paint.
Gary
Verified Owner
Monday, May 11 2020 (about 4 years ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
Tamiya paints are great products but due to Covid-19 pandemic many products are out of stock on back order. Nobody knows when inventory will return. With that said, I’ve picked up a can of Krylon Laquer spray paint from Lowe’s and it works very well. They have black, white and clear gloss in the stores. This is standard large can of paint you can probably do three 1/10 scale bodies. Here’s the best part, $4.48 a can! I’ve painted over it with Tamiya paint and they are happy together. Down side, Limited color selection.
Mitch
Verified Owner
Thursday, Feb 12 2015 (about 10 years ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
never had the issue the other person decribed. used this paint on 5 bodies so far emaxx 2 of them hyper10 a Friends slash raptor body and my 5b desert rat body. never had this paint flake or chip. worse if gotten is with tamiyas lighter colors taking a lot of coats to cover well. buy more paint then u think ull need. 2 cans of red / blue for a sc or monster truck top wont cut it.
Puddler of Paint
Verified Owner
Friday, Mar 14 2025 (2 weeks ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
Worked well but pricey. 1 Star knocked off for high price. Otherwise, good spray head- my buddies told me that Lexan is tricky to paint- and this is the way to go. Three pieces of advice for fellow noobs:
1. Do it outdoors if possible, wear a proper respirator.
2. Light coats, take your time. Hold it up to the light to see thin spots b4 next coat.
3. Masking for multicolor- pull the tape 10 minutes or so after last coat of first color. Wait a few hours or even longer before the next color to avoid bleeding of 2nd color into first color.
3b- just keep it simple, rub down edges of making tape lines well. Have fun.
1. Do it outdoors if possible, wear a proper respirator.
2. Light coats, take your time. Hold it up to the light to see thin spots b4 next coat.
3. Masking for multicolor- pull the tape 10 minutes or so after last coat of first color. Wait a few hours or even longer before the next color to avoid bleeding of 2nd color into first color.
3b- just keep it simple, rub down edges of making tape lines well. Have fun.
Ian Burlingham
Verified Owner
Saturday, Feb 22 2025 (4 weeks ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
It's a heavy and thick paint compared to the flawless ps-46 it's meant to back. It does the job, but it requires many coats because it goes on in big dots instead of just an even concurrent film.
Chad Sunderland
Verified Owner
Tuesday, Sep 17 2024 (6 months ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
Tamiya paint is great. Good coverage and sprays evenly. I'm not an experience painter but still can get fantastic results with Tamiya paint.
Victor Alcocer
Verified Owner
Sunday, Feb 4 2024 (about a year ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
Good as always. I use it to pain the windows of the bodies.
james comley
Verified Owner
Saturday, Jul 23 2022 (about 2 years ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
Works great and looks good. I have never had any problems using Tamiya paints.
Chelsea Wolfe
Verified Owner
Wednesday, Jan 5 2022 (about 3 years ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
Great paint for rc bodies and comes in so many colors
Steve Extance
Verified Owner
Saturday, Jan 23 2021 (about 4 years ago)
Tamiya PS-5 Black Lexan Spray Paint (100ml)
This is the best paint hands down. Colors and quality are top notch.
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