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Thin Film Tribology

Thin film tribology examines the effects of friction and wear on coatings intentionally applied to materials to achieve special surface mechanical properties. Such information can help optimize system performance and service life, identify failure mechanisms of mechanical components, and ultimately improve reliability while reducing maintenance costs.


ASMAC can help you gain better control over wear and friction by conducting four major tests: indentation testing, scratch testing, wear testing, and thickness measurement. The data generated from these tests provide fundamental tribological properties of the coatings, assisting you in:


  • Designing and developing new products,
  • Improving existing processes or products,
  • Optimizing materials, products, lubrication, and maintenance, and
  • Solving mechanical problems such as seizure, wear, or excessive noise.