2oz Starter Kit Process
If you are using the 2oz LumiLor Starter kit be sure to see the 2oz Starter Kit Special Instructions
Basic Training Videos
Always work with your LumiLor dealer for support and guidance before you need it.
The Basic Training Video walks you through the entire process of applying LumiLor using a LumiLor Starter Kit.
Watch the Basic Training Video at the bottom of this page or directly on YouTube.
Following the LumiLor Basic Training Video step by step significantly increases your chance of success with LumiLor.
Skipping this step or taking short cuts is not advised.
LumiLor Basic Training Videos Chapter Time Markers
Approximate chapter markers
- Introduction and LumiLor Theory - 0:00
- LumiLor Stack Diagram - 0:55
- Unboxing the LumiLor Starter Kit - 2:32
- Preparing the plexiglass panel and speed tank - 3:05
- Backplane masking - 4:16
- Backplane explanation spray gun overview - 6:11
- Backplane shake, strain, loading spray gun - 7:08
- Proper spray gun mounting between coats - 7:39
- Backplane application on panel - 7:51
- Backplane application on speed tank - 8:44
- Resistance check with multimeter - 9:13
- Backplane unmasking and sanding tape edges - 9:37
- Dielectric explanation - 10:14
- Backplane masking the connection site - 10:49
- Dielectric shake, strain, loading the spray gun - 11:23
- Dielectric application on panel - 11:59
- Dielectric application on speed tank -13:20
- LumiColor explanation - 13:47
- LumiColor shake, strain, loading spray gun - 14:12
- LumiColor application on panel and speed tank - 14:48
- Busbar explanation - 15:57
- Busbar masking the panel - 16:32
- Busbar masking the speed tank - 17:49
- Busbar application on panel and speed tank - 18:13
- Resistance check with multimeter - 18:48
- Busbar unmasking and wiring overview - 19:51
- Backplane spade connectors preparation - 20:07
- Spade connectors and connection test - 20:48
- Spade connectors mounted with J-B KwikWeld - 22:00
- Backplane application with panel connectors - 22:40
- Male connector application on speed tank 22:57
- Backplane application on speed tank connectors - 23:32
- Masking connection site and connect the inverter - 23:50
- Conductive Top Coat (CTC) explanation - 24:47
- Conductive Top Coat (CTC) shake, strain, loading spray gun - 24:49
- Conductive Top Coat (CTC) application to panel and speed tank - 25:21
- Encapsulating Clear Coat explanation - 26:18
- Encapsulating Clear Coat application - 26:43
- LumiLor encapsulation - 27:23
- Black out and Final Clear explanation - 27:44
- Black out preparation of panel and speed tank - 27:54
- J-B KwikWeld application - 28:14
- Masking of the illuminated area - 28:56
- Blackout application and unmasking - 29:43
- Final Clear Coat application - 30:18
Video Updates - Review before watching training videos
These topics have changed since the original publication of the training videos. These notes replace what is in the video.
Connection Sites - 20:07 in video
- The spade connector method in the video is not widely used any longer as there are better alternatives including.
- Double Press Connectors are now included in Starter Kits.
- Flair/fan/umbrella method - Same concept as the bare wire connection but flaring or fanning the wire makes it a more durable connection.
Shaking/Mixing - multiple times in video
- Backplane material, Dielectric, and LumiColor should be thoroughly mixed with glass or plastic stir stick after shaking.
- Never mix with a wood or metal stir stick.
Avoiding Electrical Shorts - multiple times in video
- An electrical short occurs when electricity flows through an unintended path.
- With LumiLor, the backplane is one electrical node and the combination of busbar and CTC is a separate node. If these nodes come in contact with each other it will create a short and LumiLor will not light.
- To avoid a short always follow the instructions which explain how to protect the conductive layers from coming into contact with each other.
Dry Time - multiple times in video
- Recommended time before applying the next coat of LumiLor has been extended to 12 to 24 hours for backplane, dielectric, and LumiColor.
- Encapsulate CTC as soon as it is fully dry but no longer than 24 hours after application. This will protect the LumiLor system from potential physical damage.