PlasmaCarbonShield

Plasma technology for advanced Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) performance

Plasma technology for advanced Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) performance

Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coatings are renowned for their exceptional hardness, low friction, and chemical resistance—but even the toughest surfaces can be enhanced. Plasma treatment is the key to elevating DLC performance by modifying its surface chemistry without compromising its integrity.

The process is designed to drastically improve wear resistance, reduce friction, and protect surfaces against abrasion, corrosion, and chemical attack. It enhances adhesion to substrates or over-layers, improves wettability, and enables superior bonding for subsequent coatings, adhesives, or biofunctionalization.

On reflective substrates, selected coating architectures can also generate durable decorative colors—seamlessly combining advanced industrial protection with distinctive aesthetic finishes.

Process and coating specifications

Plasma Process
Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapour Deposition (PE-CVD)
Coating Type
Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC)
Possible Substrates
Metals and Alloys, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Ceramics, Precision Components
Process Temperature
Application Dependent
Surface Modification
Permanent DLC Coating
Thickness
Application Dependent
Hardness
Enhanced vs. untreated substrate
Coefficient of Friction
Reduced vs. untreated substrate
Wear Resistance
Significantly Improved
Corrosion Resistance
Improved vs. untreated substrate
Chemical Stability
Resistant to oils, fuels, solvents, and aggressive environments

With and without PlasmaCarbonShield

See how our plasma based treatment can revolutionize your business.

Industrial fields

Plasma-empowered verticals for PlasmaCarbonShield

Aerospace & Space Systems

Automotive & Motorsport

Biomedical & Healthcare Devices

Electronics & Semiconductors

Industrial Tools & Manufacturing

Interested in PlasmaCarbonShield?
We tailor surface properties without altering the material’s bulk characteristics. Tell us about the technical issue you are facing — we are ready to help. Every collaboration begins with an experimental validation on your product sample in our laboratory.