Diamond-Like Carbon Coatings (DLC)
Technology
DLC coating is a metal-bearing, amorphous carbon layer. The coating consists of the elements chromium and carbon which are converted into the desired DLC hard coating through a PVD process.
DLC coating is a metal-bearing, amorphous carbon layer. The coating consists of the elements chromium and carbon which are converted into the desired DLC hard coating through a PVD process.
Range of Application
- Instruments for orthopaedic use
Advantages of the Procedure
- Biocompatible
- Extended life time due to reduced wear
Properties
- Color: black
- Coating thickness: 0.5–2.5 µm
- Roughness: Ra ≤ 0.05 µm
- Adhesive strength: HF 1–3 (DIN 4856)
- Hardness: ~700 HV
- Low friction coefficient
- Reduction of wear and therefore extension of life-time of tools
