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Barrier coatings are used to provide an effective moisture barrier or physical barrier and a
smooth base for final finishing. For example, coal tar epoxy coatings are applied for this
purpose.
Barrier coatings:
Barrier coatings are typically applied on metals and ceramics when they are unable to
withstand very harsh operating conditions. Many industrial processes occur at very high
temperatures under the flow of harsh, corrosive gases. Metals often can corrode, which can
lead to catastrophic failure during operation. To prevent this, and to enhance their life and
operating efficiencies, metals and ceramic components are coated with a different material that
can withstand these demanding environments.
The property of the barrier coating material has to be matched with that of the underlying
substrate. The challenge is to find a way to chemically/physically bond the topcoat to the
substrate.