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PERFORMANCE COATINGS FOR AUTOMOTIVE
Cerakote is the global leader in the manufacturing of thin-film automotive ceramic coatings. More OEM,
aftermarket, and custom shops choose Cerakote for its industry leading performance. Our coatings are used
by some of the most notable brands in the automotive world.
CERAKOTE OFFERS
High Temperature ceramic based coatings that can withstand temperatures up to 1,800˚
Coatings that withstand thermal cycling as well as thermal shock
Performance coatings that are simply unmatched in corrosion and chemical resistance
A distinct, high-end look and feel
Environmentally friendly coatings – all coatings are VOC exempt in all 50 states
Cost effective, single coat (straight to substrate), easy to apply products
Cerakote is a liquid sprayable coating that is designed to be used with an HVLP spray gun. It is not a dip, roll,
or brush coating. Cerakote can easily be scaled-up for production. Cerakote:
Is Cost-effective
Can be implemented in current liquid lines
Can be applied in all 50 states
Is easy to offer in detailed design and customizable features
Cerakote’s application process makes production easy for manufacturers to make the switch from an older
coating to a world-class protective and functional finish. Due to consumer demand more OEM, aftermarket,
and custom shops are choosing Cerakote ceramic coatings for their performance, aesthetics, and wide range
of use.
Manufacturers and coating shops can call us at 1-866-774-7628 and ask for an Automotive Account
Manager, or email (mailto:[email protected]) us if you are interested in getting started with
implementing Cerakote coating products or services into your business. We will help you look at what
equipment you need for the size of your business to get you started. Cerakote Certified Applicator training
is available for all manufacturers that are looking to bring production in-house.
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CERAKOTE CERAMIC COATINGS SUPERIOR PROTECTION AND PERFORMANCE
Automotive manufacturers have fought corrosion on vehicles since the beginning of the automotive industry.
As the technology in the industry developed, so did the customers’ expectations. The modern customer has
more information at their fingertips more than ever before. They demand better quality, less rust, lower cost
of ownership, and better performance. Automotive manufactures are now looking for alternative solutions to
corrosion, and other problems that consumers no longer tolerate.
CURRENT MARKET COATINGS
Aged coating systems like paint, powder coating, anodizing, and plating were the cornerstone of corrosion
inhibiting protection for the automotive industry. For many years, these coatings were acceptable as
standards in their level of protection. Over time and miles, rust eventually set in, particularly in cars in the
snow country, and customer satisfaction dropped. Automotive customers are now more educated, more
informed, and have a direct impact on how manufacturers engineer their products. In a recent survey from
Statista Global Consumer Survey 2018 it asked customers “Which of these characteristics are especially
important to you when you decide on a new car?”
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CERAKOTE: THE SOLUTION
Cerakote is the global leader in the manufacturing of thin-film automotive ceramic coatings. More OEM,
aftermarket, and custom shops choose Cerakote for its industry leading performance attributes. Cerakote
started as a business developing and manufacturing automotive high temperature coatings, and has
developed its reputation as the highest quality standard ceramic based coating in the world. Cerakote’s unique
properties allows for new solutions to old industry problems. Let’s look at some of the market segments you
can expect to see Cerakote in.
HIGH TEMPERATURE APPLICATIONS
The first coatings Cerakote ever manufactured were high-temperature automotive coatings. We set out to
make the highest quality ceramic coatings that could handle extreme temperatures up to 1,800°F while still
providing a high-quality finish that looked good. Unlike high-temperature powder coatings, our high-
temperature coatings provide long lasting corrosion protection during thermal cycling and thermal shock, as
well as to exposure to winter road salts and deicing solutions. Cerakote is the coating solution for high
temperature parts.
Common Applications
Headers & Manifolds
Exhaust tubes
Exhaust tips
Turbo housings
Intercooler
Turbine Pistons
Common Substrates
Aluminum
304/409 Stainless Steel
Casted Metal
Mild Steel
Titanium
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Magnesium
Cerakote often replaces
Anodizing
Zinc plating
Nickle plating
Chromate conversions
Powder Coating
Paint
POWER TRAIN APPLICATIONS
Cerakote’s thin-film properties allow for high performance on tight tolerance applications, especially where the
vehicles’ parts are exposed to harsh and violent environments. Cerakote’s extreme durability to scratching,
rock chipping, and abrasion resistance makes it ideal for high wear areas where other finishes tend to wear
down quickly.
Common Applications
Pistons
Shocks/Suspension
Engine/Transmission Casing
Valve covers
Differential Covers
Brakes
Skid Plate
Common Substrates
Aluminum
304/409 Stainless Steel
Casted Metal
Mild Steel
Titanium
Magnesium
Ceramics
Cerakote often replaces
Anodizing
Zinc plating
Nickle plating
Chromate conversions
Powder Coating
Paint
Nitrating
TRIM AND EXTERIOR APPLICATIONS
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Cerakote is also an excellent choice for the exterior trim parts of a vehicle. Cerakote can be applied to a range
of substrates including plastic and metal trim, interior and exterior hardware, and even over primed and
pretreated parts. Cerakote can protect surfaces from UV, weathering, and whatever the road may throw at
you.
Common Applications
Bumpers
Window Trim
Plastic Door Trim
Hinges
Roof Racks
Winches
Common Substrates
Aluminum
Plastics
Stainless
Mild Steel
Titanium
Magnesium
Cerakote often replaces
Anodizing
Plating
Car care dressings
Polishing
Powder Coating
Paint
HOW DO I GET STARTED WITH CERAKOTE?
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Manufacturers and coating shops can call or email us if you are interested in getting started with
implementing Cerakote coating products or services into your business. We will help you look at what
equipment you need for the size of your business and get you started. Cerakote Certified Applicator training is
available for all manufacturers that are looking to bring production in-house.
Do it yourself. Cerakote offers Starter Kits (https://www.cerakote.com/shop/cerakote-kits) that will help
you get started on your project. Our kits start at just $179.99 that includes everything you need to start
Cerakoting your own automotive parts.
Have a Certified Applicator apply it. To have a Cerakote Certified Applicator coat your project, just click on
our "Find Applicator (https://www.cerakote.com/find-applicator)" map, enter your city and state, then use
the Automotive filter (some areas may need the search field expanded).
Give us a call. If you have questions about whether Cerakote is right for your application, give us a call at 866-
774-7628 (tel:866-774-7628) or email us at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
and we will point you in the right direction.
Extend the protection of your performance parts. FINISH STRONG with
Cerakote today!
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