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Fighting friction with solid-film coatings: low-friction coatings for bearings can improve bearing life and performance. (Coatings)

Authors :
Willis, Brian
Source :
Machine Design. June 20, 2002, Vol. 74 Issue 12, p66, 3 p.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Low-friction coatings are used on bearings for two reasons. The first is as a backup lubricant if the primary (fluid) lubricant fails or is insufficient to prevent surface-to-surface contact. Lubricant [...]

Details

ISSN :
00249114
Volume :
74
Issue :
12
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Machine Design
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.88108881