Lubrinip PTFE

Non-stick electroless nickel composite deposit

Homogeneous incorporation of PTFE into the matrix

General

Lubrinip PTFE is a composite deposit consisting of a nickel-phosphorus alloy matrix in which very fine particles of PTFE (Teflon) are incorporated, giving the surface non-stick and sliding properties. Thanks to the homogeneous incorporation of PTFE throughout the thickness of the deposit, these properties are constant and regenerative.

Lubrinip PTFE coating is particularly recommended when a non-stick, hydrophobic surface is required that reduces the coefficient of friction/friction. This reduces wear and tear on mechanical parts and the associated maintenance costs. Its hydrophobic nature provides cost-effective solutions to lubrication, friction, adhesion, wear and corrosion problems.

Our Lubrinip PTE treatment can be applied with excellent adhesion to all common metals and construction alloys, as well as light aluminum and magnesium alloys.

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Features

Type of deposit	Functions	Tank capacity
NiP + PTFE	Anti-adhesion, slip	1490 x 480 x 900 mm

Lubrinip PTFE treatment is a chemically deposited nickel dispersion layer. This indicates that a uniformly distributed incorporation of tiny non-metallic particles (PTFE) is present in the nickel-phosphorus matrix. Offering the following benefits in particular:

100% functionality until complete wear of the layer
Dry and self-lubricating lubrication of mechanical systems
Increase the strength and durability of parts

Depending on the temperature and duration of the treatment, a post-surgical heat treatment of the treated parts can modify certain aspects of the product.
deposit properties, such as; improving lʼadhesion, relaxing internal stresses and increasing hardness, toughness or ductility.

Application examples

Gearbox components
Industrial vacuum pump
Printing machine parts
Mold for plastic injection and thermoforming

Valve seats
Hydraulic elements
Slide bearings
Connections

Physical properties

Chemical composition	Phosphorus	Nickel 9 – 11% Weight	89 – 91 % Matrix weight
	PTFE Ø PTFE particles	approx. 25% Volume < 1µm	Embedded particles
Hardness	350 HV non-heat-treated.
	550 HV after heat treatment (290°C, 5 hours)
Friction coefficient	~ 0.1 against polished steel surface.
Deposit thickness	5 to 10µm recommended. For thicker deposits, we recommend increasing the thickness of the pure electroless nickel undercoat.
Magnetism	Slightly magnetic
Operating temperature	Up to 350°C, briefly up to 600°C.