Cerakote DIY

[Sgt Nambu]

That coating looks outstanding! Super pro! Please keep the thread going with new photos and text as you move ahead with new projects!
Again, great job! SRG

 

[KeepnitReel]

Will do.....

That coating looks outstanding! Super pro! Please keep the thread going with new photos and text as you move ahead with new projects!
Again, great job! SRG

 

[KeepnitReel]

I've looked into anodizing as well, but I'll tell ya I've tested a old buffer tube that I cerakoted and it literally took a old framing hammer with the diamond head on it to even effect the finish. I've soaked it in acetone, diesel , aircraft 100ll fuel , oven off cleaner, even lye ( which is what you take off anodizing with ) nothing phased the cerakote. The only thing that was noticeable was the oven cleaner, turned it a tad bit cloudy.

I was thinking your application was on the raw. I'm just beginning the looking into getting my anodized set done. I've a hard time justifying the application of any coating will adhere well without etching. Then, is it similar to say, scotchbriting (<word) paint where the "tooth" diminishes if said topcoat is not applied in reasonable time? As I said, my looking into the process has recently, just begun. I like to know exactly how the process works. Type 3 HC anodize is hard to beat for durability/longevity. Also, my compressor in my shop is compared to non-potable drinking water to paint application.

 

[2A2Dend]

If you're getting the results you mention, that's durable.
I've heard the HC3 is tough to remove without disfiguring.

 

[KeepnitReel]

Ya it's tough stuff, don't think they carry that series anymore. It's Elite , H series, and Gen II Nir are their only Oven cure products. And then their high temp air cure system. All great products.

If you're getting the results you mention, that's durable.
I've heard the HC3 is tough to remove without disfiguring.

 

[2Wheels4Ever]

Awesome job! I thought about getting a set up as well. Did you use a media blaster and solvent tank to prep? The idea to use the electric smoker as an oven is brilliant!

 

[2Wheels4Ever]

Looks great! What type of blasting media did you use prior to coating? And the all important degreasing. What type of solvent did you use?
The smoker will also work great for degassing prior to coating!

Haha, great minds think alike, I should have read this before I posted.

 

[KeepnitReel]

Can't take credit for it. Saw it online for powder coating diy guys. And thank you.

Awesome job! I thought about getting a set up as well. Did you use a media blaster and solvent tank to prep? The idea to use the electric smoker as an oven is brilliant!

 

[ernurse]

I also use aluminum oxide but 120 grit at 40 to 60m psi. good point on the water seperators a lot of people don't do that, My shop isn't heated at this time so I only coat during the warmer times. that way material, coatings and air are roughly same ambient temps. makes a big difference.

 

[KeepnitReel]

As promised

That coating looks outstanding! Super pro! Please keep the thread going with new photos and text as you move ahead with new projects!
Again, great job! SRG

For visual aspect only. Upper is on there for reference only.

 

[KeepnitReel]

New colors are here, should have a new build posted soon.

 

[KeepnitReel]

New color, three colors added together to get this. 6.5 Grendel lefty for my fathers birthday.

 

[Brutus57]

As promised

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For visual aspect only. Upper is on there for reference only.

RIIIIIIIIGHT.

Brutus Out