Which is better for durability, powerdercoating or anodizing?

 

i would have to say powdercoating.

I have seen powdercoated rims and other things, and the coating is very thick and very resistant, however, i have had a few things anodized (paintball guns, minor engine peices) and they scratched as easy as any aluminum.

 

i too would have to go with powdercoating. powdercoating is a thicker coating then anodizing, and will not wear as easy. i LOVE powdercoating things. i have all kinds of things powdercoated on my bike and have my wheels and brake calipers powdercoated on my car. love it.

 

powdercoat

anodize will scrape off and look horrible after alot of use.

 

Some facts about anodising...

http://www.anodising.org/index.htm

Durability. Most anodised products have an extremely long life span and offer significant economic advantages through maintenance and operating savings. Anodising is a reacted finish that is integrated with the underlying aluminium for total bonding and unmatched adhesion.

Colour Stability. Exterior anodic coatings provide good stability to ultraviolet rays, do not chip or peel, and are easily repeatable.

Ease of Maintenance. Scars and wear from fabrication, handling, installation, frequent surface dirt cleaning and usage are virtually non-existent. Rinsing or mild soap and water cleaning usually will restore an anodised surface to its original appearance. Mild abrasive cleaners can be used for more difficult deposits.

Aesthetics. Anodising offers a large increasing number of gloss and colour alternatives and minimises or eliminates colour variations. Unlike other finishes, anodising allows the aluminium to maintain its metallic appearance.

Cost. A lower initial finishing cost combines with lower maintenance costs for greater long-term value.

 

Doesn't anodized stuff fade? I had some anodized valve stems that were red that are now pink.

 

It depends on who's doing it and the process, I suppose. Ray's anodized lug nuts are known for fading while Spoon anodized lug nuts are not.

 

they fade over time, id go for PC if u like "perfect" anodize if u like a metal look w/ a lil color