Magazine Article

Microplasmic Coating Shows High Resistance to Wear, Heat and Corrosion

TBMG-2280

10/01/1999

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The process of anodizing, or controlled oxidation, of aluminum and aluminum alloys is more than seven decades old. The primary intent of anodizing aluminum and aluminum-alloy parts is to protect the highly reactive surface against corrosion in aqueous environments, such as humid air and sea water. Because the anodic coating can be produced in a variety of colors, painted anodized parts are used in architectural applications. Furthermore, because the anodization process produces a hard ceramic coating, many times harder than that of the substrate from which it is formed, anodic coatings are also used to protect aluminum parts from abrasion, especially sand abrasion.

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"Microplasmic Coating Shows High Resistance to Wear, Heat and Corrosion," Mobility Engineering, October 1, 1999.
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Oct 1, 1999
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TBMG-2280
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English