Corrosion Resistance for Industrial
Precision Cerakote ceramic coatings for aerospace, defense, and industrial components.
Industrial Corrosion Drives Downtime and Replacement
Moisture, chemicals, and process fluids attack unprotected equipment
The challenge
Harsh environments demand coatings that hold.
The solution
ColoradoKote ceramic coating stops corrosion cold.
Why Cerakote for Industrial Corrosion
Production-volume protection for OEM components
4,000+ Hours Salt Spray Resistance
ASTM B117 verified across steel, aluminum, stainless, and cast iron substrates. Outperforms industrial paint and powder coating in corrosion protection by a factor of 4-10x.
Chemical & Process Fluid Resistance
Resists industrial solvents, cleaning agents, hydraulic fluids, and process chemicals that degrade conventional paint and powder coating systems.
Multi-Substrate Consistency
One coating system protects all industrial metals with identical performance. Simplifies coating specifications for multi-material OEM assemblies.
Production Volume Capability
ISO 9001 quality system supports recurring production runs with documented consistency. Lot traceability and process documentation for OEM quality requirements.
Industrial Corrosion Specifications
How We Protect Industrial Components
ISO 9001 documented corrosion protection for production volumes
Substrate Assessment & Planning
Material identification and corrosion exposure conditions documented. Preparation protocol and Cerakote formulation selected for operating environment requirements.
Surface Preparation & Application
Media blasting to specified profile. Ultrasonic cleaning removes industrial contaminants. Cerakote applied at 0.5-2 mils with in-process thickness verification.
Cure, Test & Document
Oven-cured per specification. Adhesion and thickness testing. Certificate of Conformance with material traceability and test data for ISO 9001 documentation requirements.
Verified Industrial Corrosion Data
Corrosion resistance verified through ASTM B117 salt spray testing on industrial substrates. Performance data supports engineering evaluation for equipment protection programs.
Hours salt spray resistance
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Weight Reduction for Oil and Gas Equipment
Thick coatings add mass to equipment transported to remote wellsites and offshore platforms. Cerakote at 0.5-2 mils saves 200-400g per part versus powder coating. ISO 9001 certified.
Weight Reduction for Medical Device Components
Surgical instruments must be light enough for hours of precise use. Cerakote at 0.5-2 mils saves 200-400g per part versus powder coating without compromising protection. ISO 9001 certified.
Weight Reduction for Maritime Equipment
Heavy coatings add mass to marine hardware that affects vessel performance and handling. Cerakote at 0.5-2 mils saves 200-400g per part versus powder coating. ISO 9001 certified.
Weight Reduction for Industrial OEM Components
Thick coatings add unnecessary mass to engineered equipment. Cerakote at 0.5-2 mils delivers 200-400g savings per part versus powder coating while preserving tolerances. ISO 9001 certified.
Certified and compliant for your industry
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Chemical conversion coating itself is primarily a corrosion and adhesion treatment, not a wear coating. However, it serves as the critical bonding layer for Cerakote ceramic topcoats, which provide excellent wear and abrasion resistance. The combined stack, conversion coating for adhesion plus Cerakote for hardness and durability, gives aluminum parts both the wear life and corrosion protection that demanding applications require, all at 0.5-2 mils total thickness.
Additive manufactured parts, particularly metal AM in stainless steel and titanium, benefit from Cerakote's 3,000-hour salt spray protection to address the surface porosity and roughness inherent in as-printed parts. Our passivation and chemical conversion pre-treatments seal the substrate before Cerakote application, creating a comprehensive corrosion barrier. This makes AM parts viable for end-use applications in corrosive environments rather than just prototyping.
Yes. ColoradoKote coats prototype components, performance parts, engine hardware, brake calipers, suspension components, and custom fabrication for automotive R&D teams and performance builders. Cerakote's temperature range from -40°F to 2,000°F handles everything from underhood heat to winter road conditions. Our Cerakote Advanced Applicator certification ensures proper application on demanding automotive substrates.
Yes. We generate First Article Inspection (FAI) reports per AS9102 when required by your purchase order or quality agreement. FAI reports document coating thickness, adhesion, color consistency (Delta E measurement), and visual inspection results for the initial production unit. All data is recorded on calibrated instruments with traceable serial numbers. FAI documentation ships with the first article or is available electronically.
Raw AM parts typically exhibit Ra 8-15 micrometers depending on build orientation and process. Our post-processing sequence, controlled blasting at 40-60 PSI followed by Cerakote application at 0.5-2 mils, reduces surface roughness to below 3 micrometers. This transformation converts rough, porous AM surfaces into smooth, sealed, production-quality finishes with the added benefits of corrosion protection exceeding 3,000 hours salt spray and abrasion resistance of 4,000 cycles per mil.