APPLICATION GUIDE
NIC
INDUSTRIES, INC.
CERAKOTE TM
V- SERIES HIGH-TEMPERATURE
CERAMIC COATINGS
CERAKOTE™ · A division of NIC Industries, Inc. 7050 Sixth Street, White City, OR 97503
Phone: 541-826-1922 / Fax: 541-826-6372 / www.nicindustries.com
Preparation of substrate is crucial for maximum adhesion and performance of this material
1) Remove all coatings, oils, and contaminants from substrate 7) Recommended spray equipment is a siphon-fed detail gun
with either a de-greasing chemical and/or by heating with a fine to medium tip. The use of a small spray tip pattern
substrate to temperatures high enough to remove coatings or will aid in coating hard to reach areas without excessive build
contaminants. up in surrounding areas. Electrostatic application may also
be an option. Material does not need to be thinned. Use
2) A blasted profile must be applied to the substrate to as received.
remove any rust, scale, or other coatings. This is required to
ensure maximum adhesion. Remove any sharp edges or 8) Two applications of product are recommended for a 0.5 to
welding slag that may create thin areas or protrude through 1.0 mil film thickness. In some cases a single coat will
coating. For best results use a dry grit material such as suffice for particular applications. Work from the most difficult
aluminum oxide or garnet equivalent to a 100 - 120 mesh surface out to the easiest. This will aid in reducing runs or
size. Glass beads are not recommended as they are not excessive build up.
aggressive enough to produce a sufficient blast profile.
9)You may re-coat parts prior to pre-bake or cure cycle if
3) Place parts in an oven at 500ºF for approximately 30 needed. Touch-up cannot be performed after the cure
minutes to evaporate any last minute moisture, oils, or cycle. If the parts need to be touched up after the cure
contaminants that blasting or contact with skin have deposited cycle, the coating will need to be removed down to bare
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on surface. Only Cerakote approved solvents may be metal with the entire coating process repeated.
applied to substrate after completing the blast profile.
10) Allow to air-dry for 20 minutes, and then place in an oven
4) Hang parts to allow for best view and application access. at 175°F for 20 minutes to allow excess solvents from the
This can be done by using support wires and hooks. Make coating to out-gas.
sure to place parts in such a way that they will not bump into
each other. Do not touch parts with bare skin. 11) Ramp the oven up to 500°F (minimum) to 700°F. After
desired temperature is reached, cure parts for 60 minutes.
5) Make sure the “V” Series products are completely mixed Higher cure temperatures are recommended for extreme
and no solids remain in the bottom of the container. Failure to application requirements. If parts are processed below
completely disperse the product will result in poor chemical 500°F, they have NOT fully cured. The final cure needs to
ratios and product failure. take place at higher temperatures, which can occur with
exhaust heat or the higher temperature cure cycles as
6) Blow off substrate with a high-pressure air nozzle to mentioned above.
remove any blasting dust left on the surface. Wear safety
goggles of face shield for your protection. Work in a well- 12) After cure cycle is complete, finished goods may be
ventilated area. If ventilation is not available, wear a shipped once they have cooled to the touch.
respirator – see MSDS for additional information.
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13) Clean tools and equipment with acetone or Cerakote
cleaning solvent.
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Please contact a Cerakote technician with questions on
proper use and/or application. Onsite or offsite training
courses are available for further instruction. Consult your
MSDS for proper handling, disposal, and precautions
while using this product.
NIC Industries, Inc. does not warranty the use or application of the materials it manufactures or supplies. Our only obligation shall be to
replace any defective materials supplied by us or refund the original purchase price of that product after we have determined the product to be
defective. We assume no liability for damages of any kind and the user accepts the product “as is” and without any warranties, expressed or
implied. The suitability of the product and/or intended use shall be solely the responsibility of the user.
The information contained in this bulletin we believe to be correct to the best of our knowledge and testing. The recommendations and
suggestions herein are made without guarantee or representation as to results. We recommend that you make adequate tests in your
laboratory or plant to determine if this product meets all your requirements.
