{"product_id":"vallejo-mecha-color-mecha-primer-white-60ml","title":"Vallejo Mecha Color: Mecha Primer White (60ml)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product__description a,\n.rte a,\n.product-single__description a,\n.product__description a:visited,\n.rte a:visited,\n.product-single__description a:visited {\n  color: #1f1f1f !important;\n  text-decoration: underline !important;\n  transition: color 0.3s ease !important;\n}\n\n.product__description a:hover,\n.rte a:hover,\n.product-single__description a:hover,\n.product__description a:focus,\n.rte a:focus,\n.product-single__description a:focus {\n  color: #ff6600 !important;\n}\n\n.sg-spec-table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin: 18px 0;\n}\n\n.sg-spec-table th,\n.sg-spec-table td {\n  border: 1px solid #d9d9d9;\n  padding: 10px;\n  text-align: left;\n  vertical-align: top;\n}\n\n.sg-spec-table th {\n  font-weight: 700;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVallejo 73.640 Mecha Primer White — Satin Airbrush Primer, 60ml\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSatin Primer for Bright Colors, Gunpla, and Model Kits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright reds, yellows, oranges, neons, pastels, and clean sci-fi panels need the right base if you want the final color to look crisp instead of dull. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/search?q=Vallejo+Mecha+Primer+White\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVallejo Mecha Primer White\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e gives those colors a clean, light foundation while helping the next layers of acrylic paint grip the surface more evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bottle corresponds to Vallejo reference \u003cstrong\u003e73.640\u003c\/strong\u003e, White Primer in the 60ml Mecha Color format. It is designed for hobby surfaces exposed to frequent handling, including Gunpla, Gundam-style kits, robots, action figures, miniatures, resin parts, and model kits that need a reliable base before painting. The satin white finish is especially useful when the final scheme needs brightness, strong color pop, clean highlights, or a fresh base for light mechanical panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a regular paint color, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/search?q=Vallejo+Mecha+Primer+White\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVallejo Mecha Primer White\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is made to prepare the surface before the main paint layers. It helps acrylic colors adhere better, creates a smoother painting surface, and keeps fine detail visible when applied in controlled thin coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Mecha Primer White Works Well\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean white base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for bright reds, yellows, oranges, neon colors, pastels, whites, light armor, and high-visibility details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for vibrant color schemes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps colors look brighter compared with starting directly over grey, black, or dark primer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for handled models:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical choice for Gunpla, articulated kits, action figures, gaming miniatures, and display models handled during painting or posing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSatin acrylic primer finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves a smooth, non-glossy surface that supports later paint layers without hiding molded or sculpted details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60ml flip-top bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e A convenient mid-size format for regular priming sessions without moving to the larger 200ml bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Airbrush Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sg-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVallejo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMecha Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMecha Primer White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOfficial Product Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e73.640\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60ml \/ 2.02 fl oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaint Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-based acrylic primer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean white primer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGunpla, mecha kits, miniatures, action figures, resin parts, and model kits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuggested PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–20 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNozzle Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3mm nozzles and larger recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApply in several thin coats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional Thinning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVallejo Airbrush Thinner or Flow Improver when needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleanup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVallejo Airbrush Cleaner or suitable acrylic paint cleaner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy White Primer Makes a Difference for Bright and Neon Paint Schemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVallejo Mecha Primer White 73.640\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially useful when the model needs maximum brightness from the first paint layer. It works well under red armor, yellow panels, orange details, white sci-fi parts, clean anime-style color schemes, bright fantasy colors, neon effects, fluorescent paints, and light weathering foundations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/products\/vallejo-mecha-color-mecha-primer-ivory-60ml\"\u003eMecha Primer Ivory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e leans warm and works well for skin tones, bone colors, aged whites, and NMM gold, White Primer is neutral and pure. Reds look red, yellows look yellow, and neon green stays bright. If you are building a bright Gunpla or painting fluorescent effects on a miniature, grey primer can work against that brightness. White primer gets out of the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which primer fits your build? \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/products\/vallejo-mecha-color-mecha-primer-grey-60ml\"\u003eMecha Primer Grey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is the neutral all-rounder for pre-shading and balanced schemes. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/products\/vallejo-mecha-color-mecha-primer-sand-60ml\"\u003eMecha Primer Sand\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is best for desert armor, warm tan panels, and earthy base coats. For stronger contrast and dark undercoating, use \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/products\/vallejo-mecha-color-mecha-primer-black-200ml\"\u003eMecha Primer Black\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirbrush Setup and Application Tips for Mecha Primer White\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best adhesion, clean the model before priming. Mold release, sanding dust, skin oils, or polishing residue can weaken primer performance, even when using a good product. Let washed parts dry completely before applying \u003cstrong\u003eVallejo Mecha Primer White\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake the bottle very well before use. Apply the primer in two or three thin coats instead of one heavy layer. White primer can show uneven coverage more easily than darker primers, so gradual layering gives better control, reduces pooling around joints and panel lines, and helps preserve molded detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart around \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e and adjust depending on your airbrush, needle size, room temperature, and distance from the model. Let the primer dry before painting over it, and allow longer curing time before masking, posing, or handling articulated parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen should I use white primer instead of grey for Gunpla?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse white primer when your final colors are bright, such as reds, yellows, oranges, neons, fluorescents, pastels, or clean white armor. Grey primer is better for balanced neutral schemes, but it can make bright colors look duller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between Mecha Primer White and Mecha Primer Ivory?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite is a pure neutral white base for maximum brightness. Ivory is a warmer off-white primer that works better for skin tones, bone, aged finishes, warm highlights, and NMM gold. For fluorescent yellow or neon green, White is usually the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes Mecha Primer White work for zenithal priming?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Mecha Primer White can be sprayed from above after a darker primer layer to create a natural highlight map. This helps colors applied over it look more dimensional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Mecha Primer White for neon and fluorescent paints?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Neon and fluorescent paints are often semi-transparent, so they need a bright white base to show their full intensity. White primer helps those colors stay cleaner and brighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill white primer show handling marks during assembly?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite primer can show fingerprints, scratches, and uneven handling marks more easily than grey or black. For best results, finish dry-fitting first, clean the parts, then handle primed pieces carefully before painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow the safety information on the product label. Use in a well-ventilated area, avoid spraying near your face, and clean your airbrush after use to prevent dried primer buildup inside the nozzle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vallejo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46701156401314,"sku":"73640","price":7.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6159\/9138\/files\/73640.webp?v=1777015900","url":"https:\/\/spraygunner.com\/products\/vallejo-mecha-color-mecha-primer-white-60ml","provider":"SprayGunner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}