Haven't messed with it much myself. I've powder coated a few jigs and spinnerbaits using the heat and swirl method. Then I made a little clamping setup to hold them upright so any drip runs down the wire or hook when I bake them.
Heat, swirl, heat, bake. It's pretty simple, but the last time I did one it came out clumpy. I live in the desert, but I guess the humidity got to that batch of powder anyway.
I've never used a fluid bed before, but being pretty handy I figured I'd have no problem making one... except for the time. LOL. I'm always busy. Even when I take some time off to go fishing with a friend I feel a little bit guilty about all the work that isn't getting done, so I ordered a fluid bed setup from somebody else.
I guess I'll be learning how to use a fluid bed pretty soon.
This is the setup I bought. Probably way overkill for me, but...
"2" -4 Bank Fluid Bed For Powder Painting Jigs/with 12Cups and Lids and Pump"
Fluid Bed Setup.webp
Looks like I may be the only person participating. Even if nobody else is intersted I am. So far I have only made soft plastic baits, but I might be interested in learning about lead casting and powder coating.