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A match of Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black is a very dark black with a slight cool cast and extremely low chroma. It reads close to a neutral black rather than a softened charcoal, and its low LRV gives it a dense, subdued appearance on coated metal parts.

This shade is a practical choice for touch-up on powder-coated frames, brackets, enclosures, railings, machine guards, and fabricated panels after transportation damage, installation damage, field drilling, welding, or missed coverage. It can also be used on screw heads, rivet heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, and other ancillary items that need to blend with a coated assembly.

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish of this reference, which is useful for coordinated replacement parts, sample panels, and field repairs where close finish control matters. Because the color is so dark, gloss, texture, film build, and substrate condition can change how the repair reads, and small touch-up areas may show edges or sheen shifts next to an older cured finish.

When the repair is against an aged or weathered part, the reference color can still be right even if the existing finish has shifted slightly, so an approved sample or retained part is often the safer guide for tight visual tolerances.

Similar colors:

PSS-0747 Galaxy Black
PSS-0106 Ink Black
USS-1522 Black Jack

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About PRISMATIC POWDERS Coatings

Prismatic Powders, founded in 1984 by NIC Industries, is located in White City, Oregon. Prismatic Powders offers the largest selection of powder coating colors in the world, claiming the development of over 6,500 different colors and finishes. Prismatic Powders also offers a large array of specialty finishes and effects which makes it a popular choice for auto enthusiasts.

Matching Prismatic Powders Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able to match most of the Prismatic Powders paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Prismatic Powders color by matching the original Prismatic Powders color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Prismatic Powders coatings.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Prismatic Powders Color and may not match Prismatic Powders Color standards. Refer to Prismatic Powders Publications to obtain an accurate color sample. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Prismatic Powders color. If you intend to touch up a coating, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Prismatic Powders™ PSS-1523 Card Black *

Will MyPerfectColor PSS-1523 Card Black match an existing cured finish exactly?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish of Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black, but an older or already cured part can still read differently beside a fresh repair. Gloss, texture, age, weathering, cure, and batch variation can all affect the way the finish looks in use.

If the area is highly visible or you need a side-by-side decision, compare against the existing part or an approved sample panel instead of relying on the code alone.

Is Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black the right choice for touch-up after shipping, installation, or fabrication damage?

Yes. A match of Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black is commonly used as a match reference for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication damage, field modifications, drilled holes, cut edges, rub marks, chips, scratches, or missed spots in the original coating.

Order the MyPerfectColor touch-up product matched to this finish when you need a repair color that is close to the coated part, not the original coating material itself.

Can I use Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black on plastic snaps, screw heads, or trim plugs that cannot be powder coated?

Yes. A match of Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black is often used to coordinate ancillary parts such as plastic snaps, screw heads, rivet heads, trim plugs, clips, end caps, covers, brackets, and other small hardware that cannot go through the original coating process.

Choose the MyPerfectColor product format that fits the part and application method, and confirm the substrate is prepared for paint adhesion before ordering.

How does a liquid paint match of Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black compare with the original cured powder finish?

MyPerfectColor can make a paint match of Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black, but a liquid touch-up can still look different from the original cured finish. The original part may have its own gloss, texture, film build, cure behavior, and age-related change that affect appearance.

If you need a repair next to an existing coated part, use the color reference as the starting point and expect the installed finish to be evaluated in context, not by color code alone.

Should I use an existing part or sample panel for Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black instead of ordering by the code alone?

Use an existing part, approved sample panel, or OEM reference when Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black is being matched for a visible area, a tight approval requirement, or a finish with texture, gloss sensitivity, or other effect characteristics.

The code is a useful reference, but a real coated sample is often the safer choice when the finish has aged, weathered, or needs to match a production panel closely.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
Can I use this as touch up paint for the Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black coating?

Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black coating. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and sheen of the official Prismatic Powders color sample. However, there may be some variation to your specific coating material due to aging, paint differences and application method. For ultra-critical matching requirements, you may consider having MyPerfectColor create a touch up solution precisely matching the color and sheen of your specific coating batch by sending us an actual part.

Learn more about our color matching services.

What type of paint is used to make touch up for the Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?

To make touch up paint for the Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black, MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

MyPerfectColor offers two spray can sizes - 11oz net weight and 4.5oz net weight. The 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. The smaller can, which is perfect for manufacturers who want to include a can with product shipments, will cover about 7 square feet.

Will the paint match both the color and the sheen of the original Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black coating?

MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black will match both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the original coating to serve as touch up paint. MyPerfectColor is matching from original Prismatic Powders metal swatches. There may be variation due to batch processes, aging and paint type differences. Learn more about touch up paint solutions.

How does MyPerfectColor match paint to the Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black color?

MyPerfectColor has the original Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black sample in our color archive. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that there maybe differences between the color sample in our archive and your materials due to variation in manufacturing processes, aging, etc.

MyPerfectColor matches the Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black by scanning the sample with state of the art spectrophotometer and color matching software. The color match is refined through an iterative process to improve the match accuracy of both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor has an extensive pigment library of over 100 different pigments that include organic and inorganic dispersions, aluminum, bronze and mica-based metallics and pearlescents, and fluorescent pigments. MyPerfectColor can achieve any sheen between flat and gloss. Note that difficult to match colors like metallics, pearlescents, and fluorescents will not match precisely - MyPerfectColor will get as close as possible, but the quality of these matches will not be as good due to the inherent limitations of matching these types of effect colors. Learn more about our color matching services.

Do I need a primer for Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black?
The need for primer for Prismatic Powders PSS-1523 Card Black depends on the type of paint, the substrate being painted and where it will be located. See our Primer Selection Table to see what primer you might need and learn more about when you might need a primer. Most people don't use a primer for a touch up paint application, but a primer may improve adhesion and is typically recommended for exterior applications.