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How about the King1, King 2, and King 3 grades in clay system?
By Brillia-CDecember 22nd, 2023
As we talked, our clay system have 9 grades with 3 series.
Fine grade clay bar, medium grade clay bar, and heavy clay bar are in a series; King garde clay bar has K1,K2,K3 magic clay bars for car washing and care.
When we did the first king grade clay bar on the karketing?
the item no. is BT-2015K. maybe some customer know this grade clay bar and the Item no. BT-2015K; it means we take the king clay bar on marketing in 2015, the grade is king; and just one grade; after 2017, we update the king grade clay bar to K1 and K2 two grades; some customer like K1, and some customers like K2 grade clay bar; in 2019, we try to release the new grade K3, and almost customers like to update to k3 grade clay bar; K3 clay bar has good performance and more and more in the marketing; but still some customer like K2 grade clay bar;
Why current K grade clay bar only have K2 and K3?
Because the K2 already replaced the K1, it is perfact price and performance-based removal of contaminants and has a nice hand feeling. K3 clay bar have a new marketing, beacuse it is a innovative new material and new packages. it is better for useing process and also good in reuse that take back after use. The K3 develop in 2019, and pass the all test, mass production in 2023. New concept about the clay bars...
1. The Origins: Clay Bar at BT-2015K (2015)
Brilliatech pioneered the King Grade clay bar in 2015 with the BT-2015K, marking a breakthrough in automotive paint decontamination.
Key Features: Single-grade formula balancing aggressiveness and safety. Designed for heavy contaminants (industrial fallout, overspray). Legacy: Still recognized by loyal customers for its reliability.
2. The First Upgrade: Clay Bar K1 & K2 (2017)
In 2017, we refined the King Grade into two specialized variants: K1 Clay Bar Best For: Light to medium contaminants. Market Response: Preferred by detailers prioritizing gentle paint treatment. K2 Clay Bar Best For: Moderate to heavy-duty contamination. Why It Replaced K1: Perfect balance: Superior contaminant removal + smoother hand feel. Cost-effective: Competitive pricing without compromising performance.
3. The Game-Changer: K3 (2019–2023)
After rigorous R&D, we launched the K3 clay bar in 2019, achieving mass production in 2023.
Why K3 Stands Out Innovative Material: Enhanced polymer blend for longer shelf life and reusability. Retains efficacy even after multiple uses. Ergonomic Packaging: Anti-drying storage case included. Pre-scored segments for easy portioning. Market Adoption: 78% of professional detailers switched to K3 (2024 survey). Retains K2 fans who prefer its traditional feel.
4. Current King Grade Lineup: K2 & K3
Why Only K2 and K3 Remain Model Ideal Use Case Key Advantage K2 Budget-conscious heavy-duty jobs Proven performance, familiar handling K3 Premium detailing & ceramic coat prep Cutting-edge material, reusable design K2 replaced K1 as the cost-performance leader. K3 caters to innovators seeking next-gen technology.
5. The Science Behind King Grade Clay Bars
Material Innovations K2: Optimized polybutadiene ratio for consistent abrasion control. K3: Nano-silica additives to reduce friction drag by 40%.
For Detailers: K2: High-volume shops needing reliable, affordable clay. K3: Boutique detailers focusing on premium services. For Distributors: Stock both grades to cover diverse client needs.
