Posted on May 30th Measuring would probably be a better word. Cured Cerakote absolutely beats cured DuraCoat in every measurable respect with regard to finish quality, abrasion resistance, and overall toughness. There is a reason that DuraCoat still exists, and of course I will mention that, but when it comes to coating your firearm for resistance to the elements and wear, Cerakote wins out.
When we look at cured final products, several tests have been done by placing parts with either coating into an acetone or another solvent bath, and the difference after a week is obvious. DuraCoat will fall off or wipe clean easily, and the acid in the bath will begin to eat away at the metal. Cerakote holds up. Another thing to look at is the thickness. While Cerakote will run from 0.
The thinner, more even coating allows most internal parts to be coated, and still function properly, and the superior wear resistance ensures that the new surface will hold onto the coating, even through flexing.
Both products come in multiple colors , and both will provide at least some protection for your firearm, but if you want it to last, then look at Cerakote. Both products require proper cleaning of the surface before application, and for DuraCoat, this means sanding and stripping any oil from the surface. Disclaimer: Cerakote is a Polymer-Ceramic coating that can be applied to metals, plastics, polymers and wood.
Although we specialize in coating firearms, engine parts and industrial items, we do not sell any of these items directly. Please wait Call us on Follow us on social media cerakoters for updates and specials! Home Cerakote Pricing. Will DuraCoat adhere to hard coat anodizing and Parkerizing? DuraCoat loves hard coat anodizing and Parkerizing as a base. Both processes leave a good rooting surface for DuraCoat. How much DuraCoat is needed to finish one rifle? Are the Peel 'n Spray templates reusable?
Most patterns can be used up to 6 times. The MirageFlage pattern is difficult to reuse because of the many angles. To reuse the template, remove from the firearm and place on wax paper for future use. Do I need a special degreaser? Some degreasers, especially those used in the automotive industry, can leave a residue.
This residue will form a barrier between the surface and DuraCoat causing a coating failure. We manufacture TruStrip degreaser solely for the firearms industry. TruStrip is capable of cleaning the contaminates commonly found on and in firearms and will not leave a residue. Do I need a special solvent to clean my airbrush or spray gun? Lacquer thinner will work, but clean your equipment with DuraCoat reducer occasionally.
This will keep your airbrush or spray gun in top working condition. Is reducing DuraCoat required? Depending on your spray equipment, spray technique, climate and environment your DuraCoat may or may not need reducing. If your DuraCoat does not lay down smooth on the surface of your firearm, it most likely needs to be reduced. Always have some DuraCoat Reducer on hand as it may be required on given days due to weather conditions. DuraCoat Retarder Reducer cures problems normally occurring in high humidity weather.
One of these high humidity problems called "blushing" makes the DuraCoat appear cloudy. Another called "dry spray" occurs when some of the DuraCoat dries before it reaches the firearm and causes a rough or dusty surface.
Can I blend DuraCoat colors together? All DuraCoat colors can be intermixed. With a handful of stock DuraCoat colors, you can create an infinite number of colors by blending them. When is DuraCoat fully cured? DuraCoat is dry to the touch in 20 minutes, can be handled in 1 hour and is ready for use overnight. Although DuraCoat will gain most of its final hardness, elasticity and chemical resistance over a week period, time will continue to enhance DuraCoat's characteristics over a lifetime.
DuraCoat, like fine wine, gets better with age. As we say, "DuraCoat wears in, not out. Degrease and lightly sand wood surfaces. Use DuraFil to remove any scratches and dings, then apply DuraCoat.
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