GTechniq - C5 Wheel Armour

Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour

Protect alloy wheels and brake calipers with Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour, a dedicated ceramic coating designed to resist brake dust, staining and road contamination while making future maintenance easier.

C5 forms a strong chemical bond with the wheel surface, creating a durable protective layer with excellent resistance to contaminants and high temperatures.

It is suitable for use across wheel faces, inner barrels and brake calipers, and retains its integrity at temperatures of up to 600°C.

Available in 15ml and 30ml.

Why Choose Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour?

Wheels are exposed to some of the harshest conditions on the vehicle.

C5 is designed specifically to protect against:

• Brake dust
• Road grime
• Dirt
• Staining
• General contamination
• High temperatures

The result is a surface that is easier to clean and better protected over time.

Key Features

• Dedicated ceramic wheel coating
• Suitable for alloy wheels
• Suitable for brake calipers
• Repels brake dust and contaminants
• Excellent stain resistance
• Strong chemical bonding
• Durable protective finish
• Heat resistant up to 600°C
• Suitable for wheel faces and barrels
• Makes future maintenance easier
• Available in 15ml and 30ml

Strong Chemical Bonding

C5 bonds chemically to the wheel surface rather than simply sitting on top like a traditional wax.

This helps create a more durable layer of protection that can withstand the demanding environment around wheels and brakes.

Fine Surface Rheology

Gtechniq uses an exceptionally fine surface structure in C5 to help resist staining and contamination.

This helps reduce how strongly dirt and brake dust adhere to the surface.

Repels Brake Dust

Brake dust can quickly build up on wheels, particularly on performance cars.

C5 helps reduce how strongly ferrous brake dust and general contamination bond to the finish.

This can make regular cleaning:

• Faster
• Easier
• Less aggressive

High-Temperature Resistance

C5 retains its integrity at temperatures up to:

• 600°C
• 1112°F

This makes it suitable for areas exposed to significant heat, including:

• Alloy wheels
• Inner wheel barrels
• Brake calipers

Ideal for Performance Cars

High-performance brake systems can generate considerable heat and brake dust.

C5 is particularly well suited to:

• Performance road cars
• Track-focused vehicles
• Cars with upgraded brake pads
• Vehicles with large braking systems

Suitable for Wheel Faces

C5 can be applied to the visible faces of alloy wheels to provide a durable protective layer against everyday contamination.

Suitable for Inner Barrels

The 30ml bottle provides enough product for more comprehensive wheel protection, including inner barrels on suitable wheel sizes.

This helps reduce contamination build-up in areas that are often harder to clean.

Suitable for Brake Calipers

Because of its high-temperature resistance, C5 can also be applied to suitably prepared brake calipers.

This helps protect against:

• Brake dust
• Road grime
• Heat-related contamination

Makes Future Wheel Cleaning Easier

Once coated, dirt and brake contamination are less able to bond directly to the underlying finish.

This can help reduce the need for harsh wheel-cleaning chemicals during routine maintenance.

Coverage – 15ml

Gtechniq states that 15ml of C5 is sufficient to cover:

• The wheel faces only
• On wheels up to approximately 17 inches

This size is ideal if you only plan to coat the visible outer faces.

Coverage – 30ml

Gtechniq states that 30ml of C5 is sufficient to cover:

• The inside and outside of wheels
• On wheel sizes up to approximately 20 inches

This is the better option for complete wheel coverage.

Which Size Should You Choose?

15ml

Best for:

• Wheel faces only
• Smaller wheel sizes
• Up to approximately 17-inch wheels

30ml

Best for:

• Full inner and outer wheel coverage
• Larger wheel sizes
• Up to approximately 20-inch wheels

Actual usage may vary depending on wheel design, spoke count and application technique.

Best Applied to Properly Prepared Wheels

For maximum bonding and durability, wheels should be thoroughly cleaned before application.

The surface should be free from:

• Brake dust
• Fallout
• Tar
• Oils
• Old waxes
• Sealants
• Cleaning residue

Recommended Preparation

A thorough application process would typically include:

1. Deep clean the wheels.
2. Remove iron contamination.
3. Remove tar where required.
4. Dry the wheels thoroughly.
5. Use a suitable panel wipe to remove remaining residues.
6. Apply C5 Wheel Armour evenly.
7. Level and buff according to the product instructions.

Ideal for New or Refurbished Wheels

C5 is particularly useful on:

• New wheels
• Freshly refurbished wheels
• Newly powder-coated wheels
• Deep-cleaned wheels

Applying protection before significant contamination builds up can make future maintenance much easier.

C5 vs Traditional Wheel Wax

Traditional wheel waxes can offer useful short-term protection, but the wheel environment is demanding.

C5 offers:

• Ceramic protection
• Chemical bonding
• Higher durability
• Superior heat resistance
• Better contaminant resistance

making it more suitable for long-term wheel protection.

Available Sizes

Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour is available in:

15ml

Coverage:

• Wheel faces only
• Up to approximately 17-inch wheels

30ml

Coverage:

• Inside and outside
• Up to approximately 20-inch wheels

What's Included?

Choose from:

• 1x Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour – 15ml
• 1x Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour – 30ml

Select your preferred size when ordering.

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