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BALINIT DLC STAR Diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating with Superior Tribological ARrangement (STAR)

BALINIT DLC STAR coated

BALINIT DLC STAR coated for diesel injector

BALINIT DLC STAR coated for collet chucks

BALINIT^® DLC STAR is a modified diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating with enhanced load bearing capacity. An exceptionally hard, durable metal-based layer (chromium nitride) provides the required surface hardness and increases the load-bearing capacity of the tribologically effective carbon coating. BALINIT DLC STAR has even higher tribological performance than BALINIT C, BALINIT C STAR and BALINIT DLC. It is therefore used for the highest loaded components in diesel injection systems and engine components.

Recommended applications

These features are important for engine components, soft base materials such as aluminium or coppers, and pumps, compressors and other components exposed to high mechanical loads. The defect-free surface is most valued for textile machines.

Components applications

A/C Compressors

PVD coating for compressor parts and valves boosts dry running, reduces wear, and enhances efficiency. This alternative to hard chromium and PTFE

Adblue Injection

Optimize environmental performanceby applying BALINIT DLC STAR to prevent wear, reduce deposits, and extend doser lifetime, ensuring low emission

Automotive Interior

Oerlikon offers environmentally friendly coatings with durable colors and even color application on mild steel and other substrates.

Bevel Gears & Washer

Implement BALINIT DLC STAR or BALINIT C coatings for smooth operation and reduced noise levels.

Friction and wear are solved with BALINIT DLC STAR coating to minimize friction, enhance performance, improve reliability, and enable lightweight

Improve the performance of your collets with BALINIT DLC coating. Maintain sustained clamping force without wear and galling, for greater tool ch

Diesel Injection

BALINIT DLC STAR coating offers reliable wear protection for injection parts, allowing higher pressures and reducing emissions. Enhance your engi

Differential Shafts

Introducing BALINIT DLC STAR and BALITHERM IONIT OX: exceptional wear resistance for differential pinion shafts, reducing surface fatigue under h

BALINIT DLC STAR coating surpasses hard chrome, reducing wear and enhancing component durability and performance. Upgrade with our advanced techn

BALINIT C protects parts from wear under low lubrication, solves NVH issues, and boosts efficiency. Our coatings also enable smaller components f

Finger Followers

Maximize valve train lifespan and efficiency with BALINIT DLC STAR and BALIFOR M coatings. They reduce wear and friction, enhancing durability an

Gasoline Injection

BALINIT DLC STAR coating provides wear protection for injection parts, enabling higher pressures and extending component life. Enhance engine eff

Hydrogen Injection

Ensure reliable wear protection and lower friction for injection parts with BALINIT DLC STAR coating. Boost the performance and longevity of your

Mechanical seals

Coating solution for mechanical seals

Motorsport Chassis

Discover BALINIT CAVIDUR for motorsport suspensions. Our coating is applied over the hard chrome plating and offers benefits such as reduced seal

Natural Gas Injection

BALINIT DLC STAR coating offers reliable wear protection and lower friction for injection parts. Enhance engine component durability and efficien

Unlock the full potential of your piston pins with our advanced coatings. Enhance hardness, wear resistance, and load acceptance for superior eng

Maximize piston skirt efficiency and durability with our advanced coatings. Minimize friction, enhance wear resistance, and extend component life

Enhance wear protection and valve train efficiency with BALINIT DLC STAR and BALIFOR M coatings. Extend the lifetime of your valve train applicat

Achieve top wear resistance and reduced friction with BALINIT CNI, BALINIT DLC STAR, and BALINIT C coatings.

Spindle bearing shafts

BALINIT® DLC or BALINIT® DLC STAR protect shaft against seal abrasion

Stability Control

Oerlikon has tailored its advanced carbon coating to enhance the protection of critical components in ESP and ABS systems, ensuring superior dura

Coating solution for subsea valves

BALINIT CNI, BALINIT DLC STAR, and BALINIT C coatings are designed for high wear resistance and reduced friction, they enhance durability and eff

PVD coatings provide reliable protection against particle wear (solid and liquid particle wear) and protect against hot gas corrosion.

CrN coatings on valves prevent adhesions, ensuring high engine efficiency and reliability. Optimize performance and durability.

Utilize BALINIT DLC STAR for low friction and high wear resistance, even in H2 environments, ensuring superior performance and durability.

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