DLC coating
Improved adhesion, lubricity, and oil retention through combined processing with WPC treatment.
DLC is a thin film (a few microns) that possesses various functions such as low wear resistance (high hardness), low wear coefficient, anti-adhesion properties, infrared transparency, design versatility, biocompatibility, gas barrier properties, and corrosion resistance, making it a focus in many fields. However, on the other hand, DLC was considered to have low adhesion to aluminum and was not very compatible. Our company has begun developing technology to apply DLC for reducing friction in aluminum parts used in engine pistons. Through joint development with the Kanagawa Prefectural Industrial Technology Center, we have successfully completed a high-adhesion DLC that is compatible with aluminum.
basic information
DLC stands for Diamond Like Carbon, and it is a technology that creates a nano-level thin film on metal surfaces, resulting in a surface with an unprecedentedly low coefficient of friction. As a result, it has gained attention as a technology for improving engine output and reducing fuel consumption in automobiles and motorcycles. By combining it with WPC treatment, we enhance adhesion and provide DLC films that do not experience stick-slip.
Price information
The price varies depending on the shape, quantity, and construction method, so please feel free to contact us.
Price range
P2
Delivery Time
P4
Usually 2 weeks
Model number/Brand name
WPC+DLC
Applications/Examples of results
Cutting tools, automobile and motorcycle parts (pistons, piston rings, piston pins, cams, lifters [rocker arms], valves, connecting rods, cranks, oil pumps, gears, shafts, shocks, front forks, etc.)
