{"product_id":"cureuv-led-cured-headlight-restoration-clear-coat-for-polycarbonate-lenses","title":"CureUV LED-Cured Headlight Restoration Clear Coat for Polycarbonate Lenses","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCureUV LED-Cured Headlight Restoration Clear Coat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional UV-curable clear coating designed for the restoration and refinishing of polycarbonate automotive headlight lenses. Applied after the damaged, oxidized surface layer has been properly removed, the coating creates a clear, smooth, hard finish and is rapidly cured using a high-intensity UV LED curing lamp.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike conventional headlight coatings that rely on extended air drying, sunlight, or longer UV exposure cycles, this coating is formulated for rapid LED curing. At a recommended UV irradiance of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2,500 mW\/cm²\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the curing lamp positioned approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 inches from the coated lens\u003c\/strong\u003e, the clear coat can cure in approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes it particularly well suited for professional headlight restoration, automotive detailing, collision repair, dealerships, and shops where fast turnaround and repeatable curing are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Polycarbonate Headlamp Lenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated specifically for clear PC automotive headlight lens applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV LED Curable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for curing with a compatible high-intensity UV LED source rather than relying on sunlight or extended drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 20-Second Cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapid curing is possible at approximately 2,500 mW\/cm² under the recommended application conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-Coat Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to produce the finished clear surface with a single properly applied coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpray-Gun Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended for professional application using approximately a 0.8–1.0 mm spray gun fluid tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard, Smooth Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cures to a firm, smooth surface without the residual tack associated with insufficiently cured UV coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Shop Turnaround:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greatly reduces the curing stage compared with restoration systems requiring several minutes of UV exposure or extended ambient curing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled Curing Process:\u003c\/strong\u003e UV LED curing allows the technician to initiate curing after the coating has been correctly applied and positioned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Restoration Alternative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps restore the appearance and clarity of deteriorated headlamp lenses without immediately replacing the complete headlight assembly.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor fast, consistent curing, we recommend using the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cureuv.com\/products\/500w-high-power-uv-led-curing-lamp?variant=45693212885171\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCureUV 500W High-Power UV LED Curing Lamp - 395nm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which provides high-intensity LED output for rapid curing of UV-sensitive coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1343\/9763\/files\/515049-5.png?v=1786394461\" alt=\"\" width=\"381\" height=\"286\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRecommended Application\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thoroughly clean the headlight and mask the surrounding painted and trim surfaces. Remove the deteriorated, yellowed, cloudy, or oxidized surface layer through the appropriate sanding process. The lens should have a uniform prepared surface before coating. The existing LightRite process likewise emphasizes complete removal of the degraded coating followed by thorough cleaning and drying before clear-coat application. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove all sanding residue, dust, grease, polishing compounds, wax, silicone, moisture, and other contaminants. Allow the lens to become completely dry before coating. Avoid touching the prepared surface with bare fingers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear-Coat Application: \u003c\/strong\u003eApply\u003cstrong\u003e one uniform coat\u003c\/strong\u003e using a suitable spray gun. Based on the preliminary supplier information, a \u003cstrong\u003e0.8–1.0 mm spray tip\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. Maintain an even spray pattern and consistent coating coverage across the complete lens, including curved edges.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV LED Curing: \u003c\/strong\u003ePosition the compatible UV LED curing lamp approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003einches from the coated surface.\u003c\/strong\u003e A UV irradiance of approximatel\u003cstrong\u003ey 2,500 mW\/cm² at the lens surface\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. At this intensity, the expected curing time is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20 seconds. Recommended UV Wavelength: \u003c\/strong\u003e395 nm\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause headlamp lenses are curved, the lamp should be positioned or moved as necessary so that the complete coated area receives adequate UV energy rather than curing only the center of the lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Curing Lamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e For professional headlight restoration applications, pair this coating with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cureuv.com\/products\/500w-high-power-uv-led-curing-lamp?variant=45693212885171\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCureUV 500W High-Power UV LED Curing Lamp 395nm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for powerful, consistent UV output and fast curing at close working distances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polycarbonate (PC) automotive headlamp lenses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spray gun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Number of Coats:\u003c\/strong\u003e One coat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Spray Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.8–1.0 mm — pending confirmation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuring Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-intensity UV LED\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Irradiance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2,500 mW\/cm²\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLamp-to-Surface Distance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1–2 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Cure Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 seconds at recommended irradiance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Irradiance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1,500 mW\/cm² may be used with an extended curing period; insufficient exposure may produce a tacky surface\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended UV Wavelength:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cureuv.com\/products\/500w-high-power-uv-led-curing-lamp?variant=45693212885171\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e395 nm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCureUV.com stocks generic products that are 100% compatible with the original equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPDI UV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45813224145075,"sku":"515049","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1343\/9763\/files\/515049-1.png?v=1786395820","url":"https:\/\/www.cureuv.com\/fr\/products\/cureuv-led-cured-headlight-restoration-clear-coat-for-polycarbonate-lenses","provider":"CureUV","version":"1.0","type":"link"}