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BALINIT coatings: ®

designed for winners

in motorsport
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To the pole position with Oerlikon Balzers

BALINIT® high-performance coatings competitive levels. Improvements with Friction coefficient

are the key to success. They provide the coatings are often straightforward
optimised protection for highly stressed because often no significant design Power output [HP] Torque [Nm]
components in engines, powertrains, changes are necessary. 120
steering assemblies, or chassis against 113.0 HP at 12,145 rqm
110 110.6 HP at 12,145 rpm
wear and scuffing. Friction losses are Powerful. Fast. Reliable. These are
reduced to a minimum. The result: qualities you can always rely on when 100
Power gain
2.4 HP = 2.2%
measurably improved power output you work with Oerlikon Balzers. As
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and reliability! Even under extreme the global market leader in the field of
conditions, BALINIT®-coated compo- vacuum coating and a long-time 80 95
nents live substantially longer. partner of the motor sports industry,
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Torque gain 85
we can offer the decisive edge in 2.2 Nm = 3.3%
at lower speeds 75
In the production of existing compo- know-how and support in motorsport 60
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nents or newly designed ones, Oerlikon surface technologies.
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Balzers high-precision coatings are 67.8 Nm at 10,045 rpm
70.0 Nm at 9,646 rpm 45
applied as a final step, and the coated BALINIT improves longevity
®
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components are ready for use without BALINIT® high-performance coatings 35
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further machining. A noteworthy design are up to 5 times harder than hard- 8,000 10,000 12,000
aspect is the use of BALINIT® coatings ened steel. They provide highly stres- Speed [rpm]
allowing more compact designs, tighter sed components with excellent pro- BALINIT®-coated
uncoated
tolerances and the use of alternative tection against wear and thus increase
alloys. Weight and fuel consumption their service lives.
are reduced, performance and depen- BALINIT®-coated standard valvetrain and transmissi-
on components in a Kawasaki racing motorcycle
dability are enhanced! BALINIT improves performance
®
improve performance and torque at lower speeds
The friction coefficient of the BALINIT® and smoothen power delivery characteristics across
BALINIT® high-performance coatings high-performance coatings is up to 8 the entire speed range.

are applied in plasma-assisted proces- times lower than that of steel. Heat
ses under vacuum with an accuracy in generation in components and lubri-
the µm range. This advanced coating cants is reduced and power delivery is
technology contributes to enhanced significantly enhanced.
performance and lifetime at the highest

Tappets of a Kawasaki racing motorcycle.

Left: Uncoated after approx. 250 km; heavy
wear requires replacement.
Right: BALINIT® DLC-coated after approx.
1,000 km; almost no wear, still in operation.

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Whether the goal is boosting performance in motor sports or optimising standard automobile engines by tuning: Oerlikon Balzers offers solutions that lead to success.
As a partner of factory teams and private drivers, manufacturers, and suppliers, among others in Formula 1, IRL, DTM, NASCAR, rally or truck sports, motorcycle,
motocross, or motor boat sports. World-wide.

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BALINIT ® high-performance coatings:

The key to success

Valvetrain Valves Piston assembly

The valvetrain is one of the most highly Wear, deformation, and material depo- High speeds, high injection and com-
stressed friction-pair assemblies. sitions on valves and valve seats com- bustion pressures, high temperatures,
BALINIT® high-performance coatings promise fitting accuracy and flow be- as well as demanding lubrication con-
reduce friction and wear. They resist haviour and thus reduce engine perfor- ditions expose the piston assembly to
the extremely high surface pressures mance. extreme loads.
as well as thrust and shear forces that
occur across the entire engine speed BALINIT®-coated components BALINIT®-coated components
range. - prevent performance losses caused - live longer and operate more reliably-
by wear-induced dimensional chan- even when lubrication is reduced
BALINIT®-coated components ges and deformation - eliminate the need for bronze bushes
- enable higher speeds - prevent hot-gas oxidation, improve and enable a lighter and stiffer design
- increase engine performance flow behaviour, and enhance engine of the connecting rods
- reduce fuel consumption efficiency - exhibit greater thermal stability
- are more stress-resistant and attain - enable more slender and more stable - increase engine performance and
substantially longer service lives designs because undercutting of the reduce fuel consumption
valve stem is no longer necessary
Applications: camshafts, tappets, cam Applications: wrist pins, piston rings,
followers, rocker arms, lifters, pushrods, Applications: intake valves, exhaust connecting rods, crank shafts.
shafts, gear wheels, and bearings. valves, spring retainers, locks, lash caps.

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Powertrain An unlimited range of

Ever smaller transmissions are expec- applications
ted to transmit ever greater engine The full spectrum of advantages of
power. High torques and surface pres- BALINIT® high-performance coatings
sures, high operating temperatures, can also be harnessed for many other
and adverse lubrication conditions vehicle components whose functio-
quickly push drive components to their nality, performance, or design is influen-
stress limits, especially in motor sports ced by friction and wear. Examples
(risk of scuffing and pitting). include hydraulic and pneumatic
systems such as pumps and actuators,
BALINIT®-coated components brakes, or structural parts such as link
- increase power-to-track by reducing fittings and shock absorbers, to name
friction losses only a few. But BALINIT® high-perfor-
- reduce thermal loads and enable the mance coatings are also high-quality
use of lower-viscosity oils style elements that set new and attrac-
- reduce fuel consumption tive colour accents.
- support precise, faster gear shifting
- improve power delivery characteristics Viewed as an overall system, BALINIT®
and handling high-performance coatings enable
- enhance reliability decisive enhancements in performance
and reliability while saving costs and
Applications: gear wheels, pinions, maintenance time. Even without any
selector forks, sliding shafts, ball and component design modifications,
roller bearings, housings, washer discs. power delivery and responsiveness are
perceptibly improved.

Winners rely on BALINIT® high-perfor-

mance coatings!

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The right coating for any requirement

BALINIT® high-performance coatings The coating portfolio of Oerlikon Balzers

are only a few thousandths of a milli- meets the most diverse requirements
metre thin but harder than steel and and stress situations to which motor-
extremely wear-resistant, and have sports components are subjected. We
exceptionally low friction coefficients. respond to new challenges with custo-
Edge sharpness and narrow manufac- mised developments.
turing tolerances are not affected, the
integrity of super finished surfaces BALINIT® high-performance coating
remains intact. features
- greater performance
The coating processes developed by - smaller dimensions and less weight BALINIT® high-performance coatings
are applied in plasma-assisted pro–
Oerlikon Balzers guarantee highly - longer service life cesses under high vacuum at tem-
adherent coatings that are always - greater functional reliability peratures between 160 and 500 °C.
reproducible on the basis of defined - exotic materials may be replaced by Most steels and non-ferrous metals
used in motorsports are amenable
compositions and specified properties. more conventional alloys to coating without restriction. Note
Standardised and documented analy- - less wear and friction under all lubri- that the temperature of the last heat
treatment must be greater than the
sis and test procedures assure that cation conditions
coating temperature.
reliable and comparable data on the - emergency running properties in case
quality and operating behaviour of the of starved lubrication
coatings can be provided. - reduced thermal loads
- components ready for use after
coating without subsequent machi-
ning

BALINIT ® C BALINIT ® DLC BALINIT ® CNI BALINIT ® A BALINIT ® BALINIT ®

FUTURA NANO ALCRONA

Coating material a-C:H:W a-C:H CrN TiN TiAlN AlCrN

Metal-containing Metal-free Chromium nitride Titanium nitride Titanium Aluminium chromium
carbon coating: carbon coating: aluminium nitride nitride
Tungsten diamond-like Diamond-like
carbon (WC/C) carbon (DLC)
Typical microhardness > 1,000 > 2,000 1,750 2,300 3,300 3,200
(HK 0.01)*
Coefficient of friction 0.1 - 0.2 0.1 - 0.2 0.5 0.4 (post-treated) 0.35
against steel (dry)*
Typical coating 1-4 0.5 - 3 1-4 1-4 1-4 1-4
thicknesses (µm)
Maximum service 300 350 700 600 900 1,100
temperature (°C)*
Coating colour anthracite black silver-grey gold-yellow violet-grey blue-grey
Key characteristics Outstanding protection Maximum dry sliding High toughness High abrasion resi- High impact and Extreme impact and
against scuffing and wear capacity and and exceptional wear stance and decorative wear resistance, wear resistance,
excellent running in abrasive wear resi- resistance with minor function high temperature maximum temperature
behaviour stance lubrication resistance resistance
Primary Gears, bearings, High loaded engine Engine components Structural parts, Engine components Engine component
applications engine components, components, suspen- with thermal load, fittings, joints, with high thermal subjected to high loads
hydraulics sion, bearings structural parts hydraulics load, structural parts and high speeds

The diamond-like carbon coatings from Oerlikon Balzers (BALINIT® C and BALINIT® DLC) * depending on application and test conditions
are also available as:Version STAR for maximum wear resistance under highest loads

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We do everything for your success

Oerlikon Balzers is the world's leading with over 70 centres and about
supplier of performance-enhancing 2,000 employees in Europe, America,
high-tech coatings for precision com- and Asia
ponents and machine tools. We have - all coating centres are certified and
a global presence through a dense, comply with QA standards
dynamically growing network of more - state-of-the-art analysis and test
than 70 coating centres in all key indu- facilities
strial regions in Europe, America, and - application lab for the development
Asia. This guarantees fast turnaround of customised solutions
times, efficient procedures, and com- Oerlikon Balzers offers innovative solu-
petent advice by our experts. tions that take you further. Not only in
motor sports. Our customers include
Consistent quality and reliability are leading manufacturers and suppliers in
crucial requirements in motor sports. the automotive, aerospace, machine
With Oerlikon Balzers, you can always and tool industries as well as in many
count on the same equipment and other sectors.
processes being used at all locations.
Standardised manufacturing processes
and documented coating processes
warrant for reproducible quality at the
highest level and at any time - whether
individual components or large batches
are involved. And of course, all our
coating facilities are certified.
Moreover, you benefit immediately from
the latest developments in surface and
coating technology. If you involve us in
the design phase, we can implement
customised solutions even faster.

Discover Oerlikon Balzers as a compe-

tent, trustworthy partner who can
achieve your objectives more quickly:
- technology innovator and global
market leader in PVD and PACVD
coatings
- many years of experience in motor
sports
- coating technology, coating systems,
and coatings are developed in-house
- customer-oriented coating service

Oerlikon Balzers uses PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition)

and PACVD (Plasma Assisted Chemical Vapour Deposition)
processes to coat components.

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