Decobond™ PVD coating for stainless steel: the solution for metal-look colors
Do you wish that stainless steel was easier to paint or color? Then take a look at Ionbond’s Decobond coatings. We offer a wide range of colors, excellent performance on stainless steel, and great adhesion.
Coating Stainless Steel: Overcoming Challenges for Lasting Results
Stainless steel is a highly durable and functional material, with a smooth surface and good corrosion resistance. However, it takes special preparation to coat, paint or color it. Successful painting, in particular, requires extra care and the use of specific techniques and products to ensure long-lasting adhesion. For physical vapor deposition coating, however, stainless steel is the perfect material.
Ionbond offers decorative Decobond™ PVD coatings for stainless steel applications
Decobond™ is widely used to enhance the surface properties of stainless steel, because of its ability to improve both the appearance and performance of the base material. The PVD coating process involves depositing thin, durable ceramic coatings onto metal surfaces through the vaporization of a solid material in a vacuum environment.
How Decobond™ works
To deposit a Decobond™ PVD coating, the metal or ceramic material (such as titanium, zirconium or chromium) is vaporized and ionized to a plasma in a vacuum chamber. This plasma can then be directed onto the stainless steel surface, forming a thin, hard, strong and wear-resistant layer. The process occurs at a low temperature, which secures the corrosion-resistant properties of stainless steel. The Decobond™ PVD coating is so thin that you can still see the surface texture of the base material, which means that after Decobond™ coating:
High gloss objects maintain their high gloss
Matte parts stay matte
Parts with a brushed texture retain their accent texture
Advantages of Decobond™ PVD coating on stainless steel
1. Enhanced durability
Decobond™ coatings are 2 to 4x harder than stainless steel. This exceptional hardness gives components more scratch and wear resistance. As a result, the coating makes the parts more durable, especially in demanding applications such as medical devices, automotive components and kitchenware.
2. Improved aesthetics
Decobond™ PVD allows for a wide range of metal finishes while retaining the base texture of the material (shiny, matte or brushed). Stainless steel can be given a lustrous appearance or even a gold, black, or bronze finish, enhancing its visual appeal without compromising its strength.
3. Environmental benefits
Decobond™ PVD is a dry process that does not require harmful chemicals or produce hazardous waste. This makes it a more environmentally friendly alternative to other coating methods like electroplating.
Ready for your applications
Decobond™ PVD-coated stainless steel is used in a wide variety of industries, including architecture, automotive, nautical, aerospace, sport, luxury and consumer goods. Its combination of enhanced strength, aesthetic appeal, and corrosion resistance makes it a preferred choice for high-end finishes on both functional and decorative components.
Are you looking for a powerful method for improving the performance and appearance of stainless steel? Get in touch with our Ionbond team to find out how you can benefit from this popular choice in modern manufacturing and design. We would be happy to help you select the right durable and versatile Decobond™ coating.
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Ron Dielis
Global Segment Manager Deco/Sports/Luxury
Ron Dielis
Global Segment Manager Deco/Sports/Luxury
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