Dense metal, ceramic, or cermet coatings applied by molten particles using blown plasma arc spraying.
Main characteristics:
- Refractory properties
- High resistance to abrasion and erosion
- Protection against fretting corrosion
- Excellent wear resistance
- Corrosion protection
- Ability to provide thermal or electrical conductivity or insulation
- Improvement of friction properties in demanding environments
Applicable materials:
- All inorganic materials, except copper
Representative applications:
- Thread guides – Watertight fittings – Medical prostheses – Wire drawing dies – Clamping inserts – Bearing seats – Capstan rollers – Cylinders for printing and paper machines – Seal seats – Bearings in water-lubricated applications – Furnace bearings
