Nanocoating surface finish
Nanocoating applied by YiguProto

Surface finish

Nanocoating for CNC & Molded Parts

Nanocoatings are ultra-thin molecular layers. They repel water, oil, and fingerprints without changing how a part looks.

  • Invisible, nanoscale protection.
  • Repels water, oil, and dirt.
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What it is

What Is Nanocoating?

A nanocoating is a film only a few nanometers thick. It bonds at the molecular level to the surface. It can be hydrophobic (water-repelling), oleophobic (oil-repelling), or anti-fingerprint. Because it is so thin, the part looks unchanged but stays cleaner and resists corrosion.

Nanocoatings are added on top of other finishes like anodizing or plating for extra performance.

How it works

How Nanocoating Works

Clean the surface

We remove all oil, dust, and residue.

Apply coating

Spray, dip, or vapor deposits the nano layer.

Cure

The film bonds at low or room temperature.

Verify

We test contact angle and coverage.

Thickness is measured in nanometers, so the part's size and look stay the same.

Why choose it

Benefits of Nanocoating

Water & oil repellent

Liquids bead and roll off.

Invisible

No change to color or texture.

Anti-corrosion

Blocks moisture and salts.

Easy cleaning

Dirt and fingerprints wipe away.

Anti-fingerprint

Clean look on touch surfaces.

Typical specs

Typical Nanocoating Specifications

SpecificationTypical range / valueNotes
Thickness1 – 1000 nm
TypesHydrophobic, oleophobic, anti-fingerprint
CureRoom temp to ~150 °C
Base materialsMetals, plastics, glass, ceramics

Best applications

When to Use Nanocoating

Consumer electronics

Phone and device surfaces.

Optical parts

Lenses and displays.

Medical devices

Easy-clean instrument bodies.

Architecture

Self-cleaning panels and fittings.

Materials

Compatible Materials for Nanocoating

We apply Nanocoating to the materials below. Not sure if your material qualifies? Our engineers will confirm it for free.

AluminiumStainless steelPlasticGlassCeramic

Our solution

Our Nanocoating Solution

We apply nanocoatings as a final layer over your finish for water, oil, and fingerprint resistance. We test the contact angle to confirm performance.

  • Hydrophobic and oleophobic options.
  • Adds to anodizing, plating, or painting.
  • Low-temperature cure safe for plastics.
  • Sample test before production.
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Tell us the liquid or environment your part faces and we pick the right nano layer.

Design tips

Design & DFM Tips for Nanocoating

Use as a top layer

Best added after the main finish.

Expect subtle effect

Protection is real but invisible.

Reapply for wear

Coating wears off on high-friction faces.

FAQ

Nanocoating — Frequently Asked Questions

Send your drawings or 3D files. Most quotes come back within a few hours on business days, never more than 24 hours.
Yes. All customer files and ideas are treated as confidential. We sign NDAs when needed.
Yes. Our engineers review your design and suggest changes that cut cost, improve quality, or speed up delivery.
For Nanocoating, we support one-off prototypes and full production runs. There is no strict MOQ.
We can make samples for your approval. Cost depends on the process, and it is credited back on a production order.
A film only nanometers thick that repels water, oil, or fingerprints.
No. It is invisible and keeps the original finish.
Metals, plastics, glass, and ceramics.
It lasts well on low-wear surfaces but can wear on sliding faces.

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