Medical Devices

Automotive components like brake calipers, shift knobs, door handles, and engine covers endure constant mechanical contact and thermal cycling. Cerakote's 9H pencil hardness resists scratching from tools and debris, while 4,000 cycles per mil abrasion resistance maintains finish integrity through years of use. The temperature range from -40°F to 2,000°F covers everything from frozen winter starts to sustained high-RPM exhaust temperatures.

AM parts typically show visible layer lines, powder texture, and inconsistent surface finish that limit their use in customer-facing applications. ColoradoKote's surface preparation at 40 to 60 PSI blasting pressure followed by Cerakote in any of 200+ colors transforms AM parts into production-grade components. Our Delta E 1.5 color matching ensures AM parts are indistinguishable from conventionally manufactured components in the final assembly.

Yes. Maritime hardware requires coatings that survive continuous salt spray, UV exposure, and mechanical stress from wave action and handling. Polymer coating provides flexible corrosion protection that maintains adhesion through the constant movement and impact conditions of marine service. For hardware exposed to both salt corrosion and abrasion from lines, chains, or deck traffic, we recommend polymer coating for flexibility combined with Cerakote topcoat for surface hardness.

Yes. Engine blocks, intake manifolds, valve covers, and exhaust components all receive blast preparation tailored to the substrate material and operating temperature. Exhaust components destined for V-Series Cerakote (rated to 2,000 degrees F) are blasted to ensure adhesion under extreme thermal cycling. Aluminum engine components receive media selected to avoid iron contamination. All automotive blast work follows the same documented process controls as our aerospace operations.

Polymer coatings are flexible, chemical-resistant finishes designed for parts that flex, vibrate, or face chemical immersion that would challenge rigid ceramic coatings. While Cerakote excels in hardness, abrasion resistance, and corrosion protection, polymer coatings provide superior flexibility and elongation properties. ColoradoKote offers both coating types and helps you select the right solution based on your operating environment. Some applications benefit from combining both in a multi-layer system.