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March 05 2021 Silicon coating properties

Chemical Vapor Deposition Benefits and Limitations

We discuss chemical vapor deposition and how to maximize the benefits of a CVD coating. In this blog post you will learn: How CVD (chemical vapor deposition) works. Characteristics of a CVD process...

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February 26 2021 Purity

Can SilcoTek Coatings be Used in Oxygen Service?

Can SilcoTek coating be used in oxygen service applications? We discuss oxygen service cleaning, cleaning methods, and coating compatibility with oxygen. Can SilcoTek Coatings be Used in Oxygen...

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February 05 2021 Process Analytical

Does Steam Exposure Change Silicon Coatings?

Does steam exposure alter our coating characteristics? We tested our coatings to find out. Does Steam Exposure Change Silicon Coatings? Customers asked what is the effect of steam exposure on our...

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January 29 2021 Silicon coating properties

Coating Wear Resistance Vs. Hardness The Results

In a previous blog post we discussed the difference between a hard and wear resistant tough coating. Now let's compare the data, the results are surprising! Coating Wear Resistance Vs. Hardness The...

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January 15 2021 Silicon coating properties

Wear Resistance vs. Hardness Which is Better?

Customers may ask for a hard coating, but often what they're really asking for is a wear resistant coating. What's the difference and which is better? That depends. Wear Resistance vs. Hardness Which...

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November 27 2020 Silicon coating properties

What is the Acceptable Appearance of SilcoTek Coatings

Ever wonder why SilcoTek coatings have a rainbow color and why the color appearance changes from part-to-part? Get the answer and more in our latest blog post. What is the Acceptable Appearance of...

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November 20 2020 Corrosion

Comparing SilcoNert to an Optimized SilcoNert Surface

Can a process tailored for aluminum improve performance on stainless steel? We tested and found some surprising results. Comparing SilcoNert to an Optimized SilcoNert Surface SP12 is a special...

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October 23 2020 Silicon coating properties

Tips For Designing, Fabricating, and Installing Coated Parts

We get lots of questions relating to the effect our coating may have on customer parts. Let's review some of the more common concerns. Tips For Designing, Fabricating, and Installing Coated Parts The...

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October 02 2020 Chemical Inertness

What is Anodized Aluminum and Can Anodized Aluminum be Coated

What is anodized aluminum and can it be coated? We examine the makeup of anodized aluminum and surface interaction with silicon coatings. We also solve a coating mystery! What is Anodized Aluminum...

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