Components in passenger cars are closely associated with PVD coatings. PVD coating technology is widely used in the automotive industry, mainly to improve the durability of automotive components. In the automotive industry, PVD coatings are typically applied to engine parts, such as pistons and camshafts, to improve their wear resistance and reduce friction. In addition, PVD coatings are used on automotive body parts, such as bumpers and grilles, to improve their resistance to scratches and other types of damage. This coating technology can be applied to a wide range of materials, including metals, ceramics and plastics, making it a versatile option for the automotive industry.The durability of PVD coatings allows them to withstand the high temperatures and strong stresses common in automotive applications.
Specifically for components in passenger cars, the application of PVD coatings is not limited to engine parts. For example, mechanical parts such as blades, gears and universal joints can also be PVD coated to reduce friction, minimise noise and extend service life. This coating technology significantly improves the performance and durability of parts by reducing the energy loss in sliding and rolling and increasing the surface hardness and fatigue resistance of the workpiece.
DLC coatings are ideally suited for use as wear-resistant coatings on a number of components in automotive engines due to their high hardness, high modulus of elasticity, low friction factor, resistance to wear, and good vacuum tribological properties. This helps to reduce engine fuel consumption, reduce friction in the sliding parts of the engine, improve part performance and extend service life.