Non-Stick
Non-stick coatings or low friction coatings are materials that are applied to a surface to reduce the coefficient of friction between the surface and another material. This can be done to prevent sticking, galling, or wear.
There are a number of different materials that can be used for non-stick coatings, including:
- Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE): PTFE is a synthetic fluoropolymer that is known for its non-stick properties. It is often used in cookware and other applications where sticking is a problem.
- Molybdenum disulfide (MoS2): MoS2 is a mineral that has excellent lubricating properties. It is often used in bearings and other applications where low friction is required.
Non-stick coatings can be applied to a surface in a number of ways, including:
- Dip coating: The part is dipped into a solution of the coating material.
- Plating/Anodising: We have developed several anodising and plating treatments that contain PTFE embedded in the coating, producing a self-lubricating coating
- Plasma spraying: The coating material is sprayed onto the part using a plasma torch.
Non-stick coatings are a valuable tool for reducing friction and preventing sticking. They are used in a wide variety of applications, including automotive, medical devices, and industrial equipment.
Non-Stick Treatments
POLYMER COATINGS
Apticote 200
A range of polymer coatings that comprises high technology polymer-based formulations offering outstanding properties.
Materials processed: Steel, Aluminium, Magnesium, Titanium
Key Features
- Abrasive wear resistance
- Chemical resistance
- FDA compliance
- Heat resistance
- Low friction
- Mould release
HARD ANODISING COMPOSITE
Apticote 340
Combines the hardness of aluminium oxide with the properties of fluorocarbon polymers to produce a hard and continuously lubricating surface.
Materials processed: Aluminium, titanium
Key Features
- Coats a range of aluminium alloys
- High hardness
- Superb control of thickness
- Uniform coverage
- Very low wear
HARD ANODISING POLYMER COMPOSITE
Apticote 350
Combines the hardness of aluminium oxide with the properties of fluorocarbon polymers to produce a hard and continuously lubricating surface.
Materials processed: Aluminium, titanium
Key Features
- Coats a range of aluminium alloys
- Extremely low friction
- Non-stick
- Uniform coverage
- Excellent corrosion protection
- High hardness
- Superb control of thickness
- Very low wear
NICKEL POLYMER COMPOSITE
Apticote 450
A slick composite Nickel/PTFE coating that outperforms its rivals due to its sub-micron PTFE particles that are evenly distributed throughout the coating.
Materials processed: Aluminium, carbon composites, copper, steel, magnesium, metal matrix composites, stainless steel/CRES, titanium
Key Features
- Even coverage
- High wear resistance
- Smooth
- Thickness range 5 to 20 μm
- Good hardness
- Low friction
- Superb anti-galling and anti-seizure
NICKEL COMPOSITES
Apticote 460
The protective benefits of low friction polymers are combined the natural hardness and corrosion resistance of nickel.
Materials processed: Can be applied to a wide range of base materials, including aluminium, steels (including stainless steels), copper alloys and titanium.
Key Features
- Corrosion resistance
- Excellent mould release and non-stick
- High hardness
- Permanent lubricity
- Superior adhesive wear resistance
- USDA and FDA approval
ADVANCED NICKEL COMPOSITE
Apticote 480
A composite coating offering the ultimate non-stick and low-friction properties of a revolutionary fluorocarbon with the hardness, wear resistance and corrosion protection of electroless nickel.
Materials processed: Aluminium, copper, steel, magnesium, metal matrix composites, stainless steel/CRES, titanium
Key Features
- Corrosion resistance
- High hardness
- Superior adhesive wear resistance
- Excellent mould release and non-stick
- Permanent lubricity
- USDA and FDA approval
PLASMA POLYMER COMPOSITE
Apticote 810
The next generation of non-stick coatings; tougher, harder and with better release properties than conventional polymer coatings.
Materials processed: Aluminium, carbon composites, copper, magnesium, metal matrix composites, stainless steel/CRES, titanium
Key Features
- Corrosion protection
- High lubricity and low friction
- High temperature capability
- Non-stick to a wide range of products
- USDA and FDA compliant
- Wear resistance
- With high load-carrying capacity
