TRACLON

"PLASMA-Release" Coatings

In short, a typical TRACLON™ coating consists of a precision layer of thermal sprayed “Plasma” tungsten carbide, stainless or other desired alloy layer that gets impregnated (by pressure or vacuum) with a special release polymer to form a durable ultra non-stick surface.

We apply TRACLON™ Coatings uniformly with specific thickness and texture as per required by the application. In general, they have a slight “rubbery” suede-like feel finish that exhibit extreme release and also non-slip “traction control” properties. TRACLON™ coatings are considered to have the best durable release properties in our industry, and will not let any tape, glue, compound, film or anything else stick to them bar none.

Features:

  • Thickness: Typically .003” - .005” (otherwise, can be tailored).
  • Bond strength: Very high, 10,700 psi (including metallic matrix) (ASTM D2197).
  • Thermal properties: Very accommodating, -65 to 600 deg. F.
  • Hardness: Can be tailored, as high as 76 Rc
  • Thermal shock : Passes (per MIL 46058C).
  • Thermal expansion: Excellent (160ppm -DMA).
  • Flexibility : Excellent (per MIL-46058C).
  • Chemicals resistance: Excellent.
  • Solvents Resistance : Moderate to low.
  • Protection against dust & dirt: Excellent.
  • Electrical properties: Variations available to insulate or conduct.
  • Coefficient of friction: High (will not allow creeping).
  • Release properties: Excellent (Unmatched).
  • Weathering: Excellent resistance including ozone & ultraviolet radiation.

Variations:

The exact TRACLON™ coating will depend on the nature of the application. Service conditions, part configuration, base substrate, temperature range, thickness and finish requirements and other considerations help us in determining the best coating for your application.

TRACLON™ coatings have excellent cohesion strength, thus they have the ability to withstand abuse, expansion and contraction with the substrate without delaminating.

Applications:

  • Rolls and all types of machine parts where extra non-stick is required (with or without traction control ).
  • Rolls types include: Drive, guide, transfer, idler, nip, feed, cooling, vacuum, die cutting, transfer, etc.
  • Industries include: Non-woven, Converting, Tire & Rubber, Paper, Printing, Tapes, Film, Laminate, etc.
  • Endless other applications on roller surfaces, trays, shields, doctor blades, machine elements, etc.

 

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