Durable protection for reels, rods, and tackle

Cerakote offers professional anglers and manufacturers a ceramic-based thin-film coating that protects fishing gear from the extreme conditions on the water. The proprietary technology outperforms conventional surface treatments and significantly extends the lifespan of fishing reels, rods, and other equipment. Fishing gear is constantly exposed to harsh environmental conditions—whether it’s the corrosive saltwater during sea fishing or the mechanical stress from intensive use. Traditional coatings like anodizing, powder coating, or factory paint often fail against corrosion, abrasion, and color fastness. Cerakote was developed to eliminate exactly these weaknesses. The ceramic polymer coating forms an extremely durable protective layer that adheres to almost any substrate while maintaining a minimal thickness. This means no noticeable weight increase with maximum performance. Professional anglers use Cerakote for restoring and maintaining their high-quality gear, while manufacturers rely on its superior durability and color consistency. With hundreds of individual color options and nearly unlimited design possibilities, Cerakote combines technical excellence with personalized customization.

Performance characteristics of Cerakote coatings

The ceramic coatings from Cerakote offer a range of outstanding properties for various applications in the field of fishing & fishing gear.

Applications in the field of fishing & fishing equipment

Cerakote ceramic coatings can be used for various solutions. These include:





Premium fishing gear with superior surface quality

Cerakote offers manufacturers a high-performance ceramic coating that adheres to almost all surfaces, such as aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, carbon fiber, polymers, and more. A key advantage: absolute color consistency across different substrates and production runs – unlike anodizing.


Silky soft run

The performance of modern fishing reels directly depends on minimizing friction. Cerakote acts as a permanent dry lubricant here, drastically reducing the coefficient of friction compared to bare metals or standard coatings. Gears, spool shafts, and line rollers glide with minimal resistance, eliminating energy loss during cranking. This "silky smooth" operation remains consistent even under high load, as no lubricant film can break. The result: a more direct lure feel, more precise fighting behavior without jerking, and significantly improved casting distances thanks to freely running spool bearings.


Extreme Durability

The Cerakotes Elite Series redefines durability: with extreme hardness, it protects against abrasive media such as sand and salt without adding thickness. The microscopically thin layer thickness of only 13–28 µm ensures that even the tightest mechanical fits remain precise and require no rework. Unlike oils that wash away, this protection is permanently bonded to the substrate and cannot flake off. The result is low-maintenance equipment whose technical integrity and quality remain fully intact even after years of heavy use in saltwater.

Advantages over other coating systems

Cerakote outperforms anodizing, powder coating, and paint-based factory coatings in all relevant performance parameters. While anodizing is only applicable to aluminum and produces inconsistent color results, Cerakote adheres to almost all substrates with perfect color consistency. Powder coatings are significantly thicker and can affect mechanical tolerances, whereas Cerakote’s thin-film technology causes no dimensional changes. Its corrosion resistance surpasses even specialized marine coatings, which typically last only 1-2 seasons, while Cerakote protects for years when applied correctly. Traditional paints offer no anti-seize properties and tend to chip, especially on edges and moving parts. Cerakote’s chemical resistance allows cleaning with aggressive agents without surface damage—a crucial advantage for saltwater removal. Its abrasion resistance meets military standards and outlasts other coatings by a wide margin.

Conclusion: Cerakote – The ultimate choice for demanding anglers

For anglers who demand maximum durability and reliability from their gear, Cerakote is the only coating solution that makes no compromises. The combination of superior corrosion resistance, extreme abrasion resistance, and practical features like a hydrophobic surface and low friction makes Cerakote the most technically advanced coating on the market. While conventional surface treatments fail under the extreme conditions on the water, Cerakote provides years of protection without performance loss. Investing in Cerakote coating pays off through extended gear lifespan, reduced maintenance costs, and more reliable performance. With hundreds of color options and unlimited customization possibilities, Cerakote combines technical excellence with personal style—so you can spend more time fishing and less time dealing with gear issues.

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In-house production

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

Outsourcing

If you have your parts manufactured or externally coated by a manufacturer, ask them about Cerakote options for your parts. If they do not offer Cerakote coating, feel free to contact us. We are happy to connect you with one of our certified coaters across Europe.

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

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