Unique InnerArmor Coating Benefits
InnerArmor coating technology offers a broad spectrum of bottom line benefits and unprecedented coating features that can dramatically improve performance and efficiency in a range of user applications.
Bottom Line Benefits
Extended Service Life
With strong corrosion protection and wear resistance, InnerArmor coatings enable longer component life.
Improved Efficiency
The low surface energy of InnerArmor coatings reduces friction and energy use, for applications involving reciprocating action, such as pistons moving inside of cylinders.
Reduced Material Costs
Rather than deploying high cost metal alloys, InnerArmor coatings can deliver improved performance on much lower cost base substrates.
Unique Performance Advantages
Strong Corrosion Protection
Unlike hard chrome, where cracking invites corrosion, InnerArmor coatings are dense and pinhole-free, delivering protection against salt water, chemicals, acids, etc. Tested environments include aggressive hot HCL (200F) and sour autoclave.
High Wear Resistance
Delivering over twice the hardness and wear resistance of hard chrome, InnerArmor coatings protect parts in sliding, abrasive and erosive wear applications. Test results show a 10,000 times improvement in the wear resistance of InnerArmor coated versus uncoated stainless steel.
Superior Adhesion
InnerArmor coatings chemically bond to the substrate, ensuring a strong bond with the base material. Combined with low coating-stress levels, InnerArmor coatings deliver strong durability and a longer component life.
Virtually Frictionless
With a very low coefficient of friction (COF), InnerArmor coatings create a slick interface, which improves efficiency and flow.
Superior Thick Coatings
Unlike traditional thin DLC coatings, InnerArmor coatings support up to 10 times greater thickness without sacrificing physical or mechanical properties, providing extended component life.
Able to Coat Complex-shaped Parts
With no line-of-sight requirements, InnerArmor films deliver internal and external surface protection for small to large components.
Scalable Process
With a deposition rate that is up to 30 times faster than traditional DLC, InnerArmor coatings offer an economical process for delivering high-performance DLC coatings.
Environmentally Benign
Requiring no special permits for coating production, InnerArmor technology is available from global coating partners or integrated on a manufacturing line.
