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Thermal Spray Calculator

Calculate thermal spray coating feedstock consumption, deposit efficiency, and costs for HVOF, plasma, wire arc, and flame spray.

Inputs

Results

Feedstock required (lbs)

0.41

Total cost ($)

$13.9

Coating weight (lbs)0.29
Overspray waste (lbs)0.12
Deposit efficiency (%)70
Spray time (minutes)1.7
Feedstock cost ($)$10.32
Labor cost ($)$2.34
Gas/consumables ($)$1.24
Cost per sq in ($)$0.14
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Surface area (sq in), Target thickness (mils), and Spray process (1-4).
  2. Set Coating density (lb/in³), Feed rate (lb/hr), and Feedstock cost ($/lb).
  3. Adjust Labor rate ($/hr) as needed.
  4. Review Feedstock required (lbs) and Total cost ($) ($).
  5. Use Coating weight (lbs) and Overspray waste (lbs) to inform your decision.
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