How to Flash Cure Cerakote

Flash curing is the process of heating parts in a low temperature oven until they have become tack free, parts will be dry to the touch but not fully cured. This method is used when applying additional layers of Cerakote on top of the base coat. To promote optimal adhesion between layers, correct flash curing times and temperatures are very important.

We recommend the following flash cure schedules for H Series and C Series coatings to get proper adhesion and long-term durability.

• H Series Flash Cure

  Oven flash parts for 10-25 minutes between 150°F – 180°F, just to the point of tack free (tack free time will vary, depending on substrate and substrate density).

• C Series Flash Cure

  Air cure 45 minutes to 1 hour until tack free, (tack free times are varied depending on spraying environment i.e. Humidity & Temperature).

• Elite Series

  We do not recommend layering Elite-Series because adhesion may be compromised due to its high chemical resistance.

Over curing the base coat, when applying multiple coats, may result in poor adhesion and flaking. Under curing can result in the base coating remaining soft or tacky. If applying stencils, the stencil may peel-up the base finish upon removal.

NOTE: Be sure to always check the Application Guide specific to the product you are using for best results.