| Solution | Coating material | Coating technology | Microhardness HIT (GPa) | Coefficient of friction (dry) vs. steel | Max. service temp. [°C] | Process temperature | ||
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| BALIFOR M | MoN | Sputter / Arc | 15 – 35 depending on application | - | 800 | - |
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| BALINIT DLC STAR | CrN / a-C:H | PACVD | ~15-25 | 0.1 - 0.2 | 300 | < 250 |
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Turbo Chargers
For increasing temperatures due to downsizing, materials are pushed beyond their limits. PVD coatings help to extend the limits even further by reducing wear.