Cerakote is the world's leading supplier of coatings for 3D printing

Cerakote Ceramic Coatings are the industry-leading post-finish for 3D printing and additive manufacturing. Cerakote is known for its superior performance on polymers and metals, making it an ideal all-around coating surface for any 3D-printed part. Cerakote is a traditionally applied HVLP coating that provides better overall protection, color consistency, and surface versatility with over 150 colors.

Performance properties of Cerakote coatings for 3D printing

Cerakote coatings offer a range of superior properties for coating and protecting a wide variety of materials.

Flexible and impact-resistant

Cerakote coatings are particularly flexible and impact-resistant, meaning they can also be used on moving parts.

Hydrophobic

Organic fluids bead up directly. The repellent surface prevents adhesion and simplifies cleaning.

Skin-friendly

Our coatings are formulated to meet the strictest biocompatibility standards, thus ensuring safe use in contact with the human body.

Chemical-resistant

Cerakote coatings are resistant to hydraulic fluids, fuels, solvents, acids, de-icing agents, commercial disinfectants, and more.

Heat and UV resistant

The ceramic coatings are UV-stable, so they can also be used for 3D-printed parts outdoors.

Thin-film ceramic coating

With a layer thickness of only 6-50 µm, the coatings are ideal for parts with very low tolerances.

Applications of Cerakote Properties in 3D Printing

Abrasion and Scratch Resistant

Due to their excellent abrasion resistance, Cerakote coatings are particularly suitable where 3D-printed parts are subject to mechanical stress.

Suitable for multi-surfaces

Whether on various metals or various plastics, Cerakote adheres to numerous surfaces and offers superior protection.

Hydrophobic

The ceramic coating reliably repels water, causing drops to bead off quickly and thus facilitating cleaning and maintenance of the surface of the 3D-printed parts.

UV and Chemical Protection

Cerakote (specifically the MC and C series) is UV stable. It prevents yellowing and fading of the 3D parts, thus keeping your parts looking like new for years.

Medical Technology

3D technology brings innovation to medical technology and helps those affected through individual solutions. Cerakote coatings offer even more individuality and protection, while also being skin-friendly.

Industry

To reduce production costs, 3D printing offers time and cost advantages in various industries. Cerakote coatings can protect the printed parts in various ways - with the fast-drying F-Series, this can even be scaled industrially.

DIY / Home Production

With Cerakote's air-curing C-Series, even home users can personalize their 3D prints and create unique pieces.

Cerakote Material and Process Compatibility for 3D Printing

The unique chemistry of Cerakote allows the coating to be applied to a variety of materials and application processes.

Process

  • SLS
  • MJF
  • SLA
  • FDM
  • DLMS
  • Polyjet
  • Binder Jet
  • Metal Jet

Polymer

  • Nylon 12
  • Nylon 11
  • Polypropylene
  • TPU / TPA
  • PLA
  • ABS
  • Tough 1500
  • Rigid 4K / 10K

Metal

  • Inconel
  • Stainless Steel
  • Titanium
  • Aluminum
  • Copper

Cerakote Test Results

The test results show how 3D-printed parts benefit from Cerakote: from a better finish to high durability and appealing aesthetics. This quickly demonstrates the added value the coating offers in practice.

Formlabs Test Result

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HP Test Result

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polySpectra COR alpha Test Result

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Cerakote's Special Properties on 3D Printed Parts

Cerakote ceramic coatings provide superior performance and functionality to the materials they are applied to. Cerakote is characterized by high abrasion and scratch resistance, hydrophobic properties, and UV and chemical protection. It is the ideal finish for 3D printed parts. In addition, our special coatings give parts unique functionality such as:

  • electrical insulation
  • non-stick coating
  • NiR camouflage
  • anti-reflection and
  • low coefficient of friction properties
  • Cerakote C-102 Graphite Black High Temp 1000°C Coating Main
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    C-102 | Graphite Black

    • High Temp
    • high thermal emissivity
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  • Cerakote C-129 Stainless High Temp Coating Main
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    C-129 | Stainless steel

    • High Temp
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    €330,51 l
  • Cerakote C-138 Jet Black High Temp Coating Main
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    C-138 | Jet Black

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  • Cerakote C-148 Burnt Bronze High Temp Coating Main
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    C-148 | Burnt Bronze

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  • Cerakote C-158 Blue Flame High Temp 1000°C Coating Main
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    C-158 | Blue Flame

    • High Temp
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  • Cerakote C-140 Bright White High Temp Coating Main
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    C-140 | Bright White

    • High Temp
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    €330,51 l
  • Cerakote C-128 Hunter Orange High Temp Coating Main
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    C-128 | Hunter Orange

    • High Temp
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  • Cerakote C-143 Stoplight Red High Temp Coating Main
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    C-143 | Stoplight Red

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  • Cerakote C-163 Lollypop Purple Ceramic Coating Main
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    C-163 | Lollipop Purple

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  • Cerakote C-189 Blue Titanium High Temp 1000°C Coating Main
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    C-189 | Blue Titanium

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  • Cerakote C-215 Highland Green Ceramic Coating Main
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    C-215 | Highland Green

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  • Cerakote C-190 20150 Coyote Ceramic Coating Main
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    C-190 | 20150 Coyote

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Reviews

Manufacturers and service providers around the world recommend Cerakote to their customers. Here are some customers explaining why they use Cerakote. It's no secret that Cerakote and 3D printing go hand-in-hand. We asked Paul DeWys of Forerunner 3D in Coopersville, MI why he uses Cerakote for his 3D printed parts.

  • Ever since I held our first sample part in my hands, we have never used anything else for our parts.

    Paul DeWys, Forerunner 3D
    Forerunner 3D serves high-demand industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical, and defense, where its customers expect the best.

  • It (Cerakote) can be applied extremely thinly (so it doesn't affect the size of the parts) but still withstands high stresses. Even if part of the coating is scratched or worn, the coating around the damaged area holds up and prevents the damage from spreading.

    Paul DeWys, Forerunner 3D
    Paul and his team continue to find new applications and customers to transition from traditional finishes to Cerakote.

  • I see it as the only option that makes sense for our parts. It’s extremely tough, has a wide range of colors/gloss effects, and is easy to process and apply once you’re set up for it. Anyone who manufactures parts with SLS or MJF technology should use this coating – it’s simply awesome stuff!

    Paul DeWys, Forerunner 3D

The emerging technology of Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing continues to bring new applications, designs and quality to all industries around the world. As these industries incorporate these processes into their businesses, Cerakote will lead the way in terms of aesthetics and performance.

In-house production

Call or email us if you are interested in introducing Cerakote coating solutions in your company. We will be happy to advise you and provide you with all the necessary information.

External manufacturing

If you have your parts manufactured or coated externally by a manufacturer, ask them about Cerakote options for your parts. If they do not offer Cerakote coating, please feel free to contact us. We will gladly refer you to one of our certified applicators - throughout Europe.

Call us

If you have any questions or are unsure whether Cerakote is the right application for you, simply call us at +49(0)4106-6414121 or send us an email at info@pbncoatings.de.

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