We support a comprehensive range of UK and US defence and aerospace specifications, including DEF STAN, MIL-DTL, BSX32, and DTD 5618 requirements, ensuring each solution is carefully aligned with your project’s needs. Our advanced coating systems include high-build, two-pack polyurethanes and epoxy primers that are free from lead and chromates, engineered to perform in demanding defence and aerospace environments. These coatings are formulated to meet strict performance criteria, offering benefits such as resistance to lubricants, effective solar heat reflection, and long-term corrosion protection.
Designed for reliability in challenging conditions, our systems help maintain durability and performance over time. For project-specific technical guidance, our team provides expert support, working closely with clients to identify the most suitable specification. If a required standard is not listed, we can assist in sourcing or developing a compliant solution tailored to your application.
"Defence and Aerospace Coating Standards."
Advanced coating solutions for defence and aerospace applications
Meeting MOD paint specifications and aerospace coating requirements demands precision and technical expertise. Our team provides clear guidance throughout the process, ensuring every project achieves the exact finish and performance standards required. From initial consultation to final application, we focus on delivering consistent quality and dependable results, backed by over 50 years of industry experience.
Military Wet Painting
Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC)
We offer specialist Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC), widely used across military vehicles and equipment. This advanced coating is engineered to protect against chemical and biological exposure while allowing for effective decontamination when required. It also supports reduced infrared visibility and maintains its integrity during harsh cleaning processes, making it a critical solution for defence environments.
Key Features and Advantages:
Fully compliant with VOC regulations
Engineered for resistance to chemical agent exposure
Designed with infrared (IR) signature reduction properties
Excellent UV stability with long-lasting performance
Common Applications:
-
Defence vehicles
-
Ground support and operational equipment
Our CARC coating systems are developed to meet strict military specifications, delivering dependable performance and durability in high-demand environments.
UK Military Specifications
DEF STAN 80-9: Paint, aluminium, flame-resistant
DEF STAN 80-15: Paint, pre-treatment primer
DEF STAN 80-24: Lacquer
DEF STAN 80-25: Paint, ammunition finishing: semi-gloss and matt
DEF STAN 80-27: Paint, ammunition finishing: semi-gloss and matt
DEF STAN 80-31: Paint, finishing, general service, aluminium
DEF STAN 80-37: Paint, finishing, motor transport vehicles
DEF STAN 80-38: Thinners for epoxy paint, two-pack, etc.
DEF STAN 80-41: Paint, finishing, exterior system, service vehicles, ancillary electronic equipment
DEF STAN 80-41: (MATT) IRR paint, air drying, service vehicles, etc., infrared-reflecting (IRR) properties
DEF STAN 80-48: Paint, finishing, general service, gloss, stoving
DEF STAN 80-51: Paint, stoving, service vehicles and ancillary electronic equipment, full gloss
DEF STAN 80-54: Paint, finishing, general service, gloss
DEF STAN 80-55: Paint, finishing ammunition, general service, semi-gloss
DEF STAN 80-56: Paint, finishing epoxide, stoving, black, for small arms
DEF STAN 80-60: No. 6 grey, No. 8 dark grey, No. 11 oyster paint, stoving, hammer finish
DEF STAN 80-65: Paint, finishing, for jerricans, stoving, interior, exterior
DEF STAN 80-67: Solvent, cleaning, for painting equipment
DEF STAN 80-68: Paint, marking
DEF STAN 80-69: Paint, paste, marking
DEF STAN 80-72: Paint system, acid and alkali resisting
DEF STAN 80-78: Paint, finishing, flame retardant
DEF STAN 80-92: Paint, clear phenolic stoving primer
DEF STAN 80-93: Paint, epoxide, stoving
DEF STAN 80-99: Thinners for paint finishing, acrylic
DEF STAN 80-122: Powder coating, high durability, stoving, NATO green, light stone, black, desert tan
DEF STAN 80-124: Paint, priming, stoving, defence equipment
DEF STAN 80-126: Paint, priming, zinc phosphate, air drying
DEF STAN 80-128: Paint, finishing, temporary camouflage, alkali-removable for aerospace use
DEF STAN 80-129: Varnish, electrical insulating
DEF STAN 80-131: Paint, aluminium, heat-resistant paint system, anti-slip for ships, decking
DEF STAN 80-134: Medium texture – hangar decks and weather decks; rough texture – flight decks
DEF STAN 80-138: Varnish, polyurethane two-pack, matt, gloss
DEF STAN 80-141: Paint, finishing, matt black, heat-resistant
DEF STAN 80-143: Corrosion preventative, automotive, underbody
DEF STAN 80-152: Paint, system, epoxide, stoving, semi-gloss, gloss
DEF STAN 80-153: Paint, air-drying system
DEF STAN 80-158: Paint system, erosion-resisting, for aircraft, polyurethane, multi-pack, VOC-compliant
DEF STAN 80-161: Paint, finishing, spraying, epoxy, multi-pack
DEF STAN 80-164: Paint system, fluorescent
DEF STAN 80-166: Paint, durable exterior finish
DEF STAN 80-178: Paint, finishing micaceous iron oxide
DEF STAN 80-206: Paint, priming, zinc phosphate, non-aircraft use, low-VOC single or multi-pack
DEF STAN 80-207: Paint, priming, zinc chromate, non-aircraft use, low-VOC single or multi-pack
DEF STAN 80-208: Paint, finishing, polyurethane multi-pack, matt, IRR, chemical agent resistant, non-aircraft use, low VOC (CARC)
DEF STAN 80-209: Paint, finishing, polyurethane multi-pack, gloss, chemical agent resistant, non-aircraft use, low VOC (CARC)
DEF STAN 80-213: Paint, finishing, polyurethane, two-pack, anti-slip, for land vehicles, low VOC
DEF STAN 80-214: Paint, finish, selectively trippable, acrylic
DEF STAN 80-216: Paint, finish, spraying, epoxy
DEF STAN 80-225: Primer Type 1, Primer for Ferrous Parts Colour: BS381C: 627
DEF STAN 80-225: Primer Type 2, Primer for Non-Ferrous Parts Colour: Grey-green to BS381C: 283
DEF STAN 80-225: Topcoat, CARC & IRR Near Matt Finish, Colour: NATO Green, Light Stone, White & Black
US Military Specifications
MIL_DTL-53039B Type I: Single-component aliphatic polyurethane, 3.5 VOC, CARC coating
MIL-DTL-53039B Type II: Single-component aliphatic polyurethane 1.5 VOC CARC coating
MIL-DTL-64159 Types I & II: Waterborne polyurethane CARC coating
MIL-P-53022B, Type I: Lead- and chromate-free epoxy primer
MIL-P-53022B, Type II: Lead- and chromate-free epoxy primer, high solids, 3.5 VOC
MIL-P-53022B, Type II: Lead- and chromate-free epoxy primer, high solids, 3.8 VOC
MIL-P-53030A: Waterborne epoxy primer
MIL-PRF-22750F: High-solids epoxy topcoat
TT-P-664D: High-solids, rust-inhibiting and lacquer-resistant primer
DOD-P-15328D: Metal wash primer
MIL-C-8514C: Pretreatment wash primer
MIL-PRF-85285D, Type II: Class H High-solids polyurethane top coat, 2.8 VOC, for ground equipment
PIL-PRF-23377J, Types I & II: Class C Chromated epoxy polyamide primer
MIL-T-81772B, Type I: Urethane thinners
MIL-T-81772B, Type II: Epoxy thinners
MIL-P-1195G, Type I: Quick-dry enamel, 3.5 VOC, ammunition coating
MIL-P-1141Em: Alkyd primer, ammunition coating
Aerospace Specifications
BSX32: Paint, two-pack primer
BSX33: Paint and primer as part of a long-term corrosion-resistant scheme
BSX 31: Paint, stoving, metal, resistance to lubricating oils
DTD 5618: Paint, maximum reflection of solar heat radiation
BSX34A: Paint covers the requirements for finishing schemes for aircraft
DEF STAN 80-128: Paint, exterior quality, matt acrylic, temporary finish for military aircraft
DEF STAN 80-138: Paint, air-drying clear lacquer
DEF STAN 80-161: Paint, air-drying two-pack epoxy scheme
DEF STAN 80-164: Paint, fluorescent, resistant to fuel
