The aim of this work was to find the optimal parameters for spraying Super Hard Steel (SHS) 717 Iron based powder. SHS 717 is a glass forming alloy produced by atomization techniques. When sprayed, a mixed structure is achieved consisting of amorphous metallic glass with regions containing nanocrystalline grains. We use a factorial experimental design 32 to obtain the optimum parameters. The operational parameters under study were Oxygen/Fuel ratio and powder spray rate for High Velocity Oxy-Fuel (HVOF) process using a JP-5000 gun. The different combinations of parameters were tested for abrasion and sliding wear tests performed according to ASTM G-65 and G-99-95ª respectively. The microstructure and composition of the coatings, failure and worn surface were evaluated using Optical (OM) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) as well as X-Ray energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDX). The optimal parameters were found using a regression analysis and a multi analysis of variance (manova).