Cerakote Services

IA Coatings: Advanced Certified Cerakote Applicator

As a certified Cerakote applicator, IA Coatings brings precision and expertise to every project. Our team is trained to apply ceramic coatings that meet the specific needs of your industry, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.​

Contact us today to learn how these coatings can enhance the performance and durability of your components.​

Ideas for ceramic coating… firearms, knives, tools, eyewear, golf clubs, stainless steel tumblers, and more!

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Cerakote® Coatings

Advanced Ceramic Protection for Demanding Applications

At IA Coatings, we specialize in applying Cerakote®—a leading thin-film ceramic coating known for its exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, and thermal stability. Whether your components operate in aerospace, defense, automotive, or industrial environments, Ceramic coating provides a superior protective finish that meets rigorous performance standards.​

Why Choose Cerakote?

Cerakote’s advanced formulation offers a range of benefits:​

  • Exceptional Durability: Engineered to withstand harsh conditions, ensures longer wear and increased abrasion resistance.​
  • Corrosion Resistance: Provides industry-leading protection against rust and corrosive elements, extending the lifespan of your assets.​
  • Chemical Resistance: Stands up to aggressive substances, maintaining integrity in challenging environments.​
  • High-Temperature Stability: Maintains performance under extreme heat, suitable for applications up to 1,800°F.​
  • Thin-Film Application: Allows for maximum protection on tight tolerance surfaces without adding significant weight.​
  • Environmental Compliance: VOC compliant in all 50 states and free from hazardous substances like lead and heavy metals.

Applications Across Industries

IA Coatings applies Cerakote to a variety of components, including:​

  • Aerospace: Protecting aircraft structures and components from extreme temperatures and corrosive environments.​
  • Defense: Enhancing the durability and stealth of military equipment with specialized coatings.​
  • Automotive: Providing thermal barriers for exhaust systems and protecting engine parts.​
  • Industrial: Safeguarding machinery and infrastructure from wear, corrosion, and chemical exposure.
US Military equipment coated with Cerakote by IA Coatings

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IA Coatings is Advanced Certified through Cerakote

Licenses

According to the ATF “Cerakoting is a manufacturing activity.” Listed under Ruling 2010-10, any application that enhances durability is considered a manufacturing activity. Stated in Ruling 2009-5, Manufacturers must hold a Type 07 FFL.

How does this affect you?
Most applicators do not have the correct licenses to legally coat firearms. IA Coatings holds all the required federal licenses, to be able to work on your weapons.

  • Type 07 FFL / Class 2 SOT

  • ITAR Registered
  • Cerakote Certified (Advanced)

  • Licensed Gunsmiths

Our Certifications

See the Difference for Yourself!

We treat every job—large or small—with the same attention to detail we give our military and defense clients. Explore our gallery to see the full range of coating finishes we’ve produced, from showpieces to hard-use tools built for the field.

Have a project in mind? Contact us today for a quote or stop by the shop to talk coatings in person.

Our Cerakote Projects