Corrosion Resistance for Maritime
Precision Cerakote ceramic coatings for aerospace, defense, and industrial components.
Saltwater Corrosion Is Relentless
Marine environments test every coating to failure
The challenge
Harsh environments demand coatings that hold.
The solution
ColoradoKote ceramic coating stops corrosion cold.
Why Cerakote for Maritime Corrosion
Molecular-level saltwater barrier on all marine metals
4,000+ Hours Salt Spray Resistance
ASTM B117 verified on marine-grade metals. Molecular barrier blocks salt spray, humidity, and direct immersion. Outperforms marine paint by years, not months.
All Marine Metals Protected
Single coating system bonds to stainless, aluminum, bronze, and carbon steel. Eliminates galvanic corrosion risk at dissimilar metal interfaces in marine assemblies.
UV Stable
Resists UV degradation and chalking in direct marine sunlight. Color and gloss retention maintained without the recoating schedule that marine paint demands.
Thin-Film Marine Protection
Full corrosion resistance at 0.5-2 mils. Maintains fit and function on marine hardware, fittings, and fasteners where thick coatings cause interference.
Maritime Corrosion Specifications
How We Protect Marine Equipment
Substrate-specific preparation for maximum saltwater resistance
Marine Substrate Assessment
Material identification determines preparation protocol. Salt deposits and marine contaminants removed. Substrate condition documented for coating approach selection.
Surface Preparation & Application
Media blasting to optimal profile for marine substrates. Cerakote applied at 0.5-2 mils with full coverage on complex marine geometries and hardware.
Cure & Marine Quality Verification
Oven-cured per specification. Adhesion testing and thickness verification. Certificate of Conformance with material traceability for marine equipment records.
Verified Maritime Corrosion Data
Salt spray resistance verified through ASTM B117 testing on marine-grade substrates. Performance data demonstrates protection far exceeding conventional marine paint systems.
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
Protect Your Marine Equipment
Send your marine component details. We respond within 24 hours with corrosion protection approach and pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about our coating processes and technical capabilities
Yes. We offer a sample program, typically covering up to 10 parts. Sample orders receive the same AS9100 process controls as full production runs, including complete documentation and a Certificate of Conformance with all measurement data. Third-party testing is available if your quality team requires independent verification. Sample turnaround is 7 business days. This allows your engineering and quality teams to evaluate coating performance on your actual parts before committing to production volumes.
Yes. Marine hardware ranges from heavy structural fittings to precision instruments and electronic housings. We match blast pressure and media to the specific component. Structural fittings receive standard 80-100 PSI preparation, while delicate marine electronics housings and sensor components are blasted at reduced pressure. All marine prep includes verification that chloride contamination is fully removed before coating proceeds.
Yes. Our spectrophotometer-verified color matching system achieves Delta E within 1.5, below the 2.0 threshold where the average person perceives color difference. We can match OEM paint codes, Pantone references, or physical samples for performance and show car applications. With over 200 standard Cerakote colors plus custom matching capability, we cover the full spectrum of automotive finishing needs.
Yes. Our spectrophotometer-verified color matching replicates OEM brand colors to within Delta E 1.5, ensuring coated components match your corporate identity specifications exactly. We document the color standard for each OEM program and maintain it across production runs for consistent branded appearance. This is particularly valuable for customer-visible equipment housings, control panels, and branded components.
Our facility handles components across a range of sizes and weights common to oil and gas production equipment. Surface preparation via media blasting at 80-100 PSI profiles large surfaces efficiently, and HVLP spray application ensures uniform coverage at 0.5-2 mils on complex geometries. Contact us with your component dimensions and weight for a feasibility assessment and handling plan as part of the quoting process.