Acheson: Emralon®
- Emralon GP-1904
- Emralon 330
- Emralon 333
Fluoropolymer
Fluoropolymer coatings are dry film lubricants that create a smooth, slick finish. These coatings are formulated with blends of high-performance resins and fluoropolymer lubricants. Thin films are applied to product making an anti-friction surface that has excellent corrosion and chemical resistance as well. Other benefits of fluoropolymer coatings include they are non-stick, non-wetting, non-galling, noise and squeak deadening, and abrasion resistance.
PTFE
PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) nonstick coatings, commonly known as Teflon, have the highest operating temperature of any fluoropolymer (260°C/500°F). With an extremely low coefficient of friction, excellent chemical resistance, and good abrasion resistance, PTFE has become the solution for many problems associated in manufacturing and material handling. Some areas that commonly benefit from PTFE coatings are chemical protection, food processing and packaging, and as a dry film lubricant to replace oils and greases.
FEP
FEP (fluorinated ethylene propylene) nonstick coatings provide smooth non-porous films with great chemical resistance. The coatings are extremely non-wetting and have outstanding chemical resistance as well as a very low coefficient of friction. FEP coating has excellent release properties and is often used as a mold release coating. FEP coatings can withstand a maximum use temperature of 450°F. FEP coatings are generally known as a type of DuPont Teflon.
Graphite Coatings
Graphite base lubricants are some of the most widely used dry film lubricants used. Typically these coating are used for corrosion resistance, non-galling, wear resistance, noise reduction, squeak reduction.
Molybdenum Disulfide
Molybdenum Disulfide is a dry film lubricant used in applications where heavy loads, operating temperature and lack of friction are primary concerns. This widely used solid lubricant coating provides effective lubrication in a wide range of loads, in many cases exceeding 250,000 psi. Molybenum disulfide coatings work by transferring lubricant between the two mating surfaces, which helps to reduce wear and friction.
Zinc Phosphate
Universal Coating Technology is now offering zinc phosphate conversion coatings. Our barrel immersion line is one of the largest in West Michigan. With our many options of barrels and baskets, we can process parts of all different shapes and sizes.
Zinc Phosphate coatings are typically used as a base for paint/coatings, corrosion protection or break-in lubrication. We currently apply a microcrystalline calcium-modified zinc phosphate in the ranges of 400-900 mg/ft2. With oil application, 96 hour salt spray results are easily obtainable.
Products
UCT utilizes a variety of different coatings and brands to fit all the needs of our customers. Here are some of the brands and coatings we use on a normal basis.
We are capable of applying many other coatings. If the product that you are looking for is not listed please contact us and we will help find a solution for your coating needs.