Nicklon™ Coatings

NICKLON™ has been a reliable coating for numerous applications since its debut in 1992. The co-deposit of Electroless Nickel and P.T.F.E. makes NICKLON™ ideal for grease-free conditions, often eliminating the need for release sprays.

Why Your Go-to Coating is NICKLON™

NICKLON™ is a proprietary electroless nickel with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). This nickel PTFE coating that offers corrosion and oxidation protection equal to Electroless Nickel, plus excellent lubricity and wear resistance.

NICKLON coating from Bales has an excellent release rating and low coefficient of friction.

45

ROCKWELL HARDNESS

0.10

COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION

9-11%

Phosphorus

PTFE 9-11%

Composition (wt)

6.5 to 7.5 g/cm3

Density

0.5 mil - 650 hours,
1.0 mil - 1,000 hours

Corrosion Resistance

corrosion resistance rating

RELEASE RATING

ABRASION resistance rating

Additional NICKLON™ Coating Benefits

Electroless NICKLON coating can provide additional benefits for a vast array of industrial applications. In addition to the above, using NICKLON coatings as your next surface solution provides:

Application of 0.0005”.

Low coefficient of friction.

Excellent lubristic characteristics.

Enhances resin flow by 4-8%.

Autocatalytic application ensures a uniform deposit in
complex details.

Mimics the finish of the base material.

What Makes NICKLON™ a Universal Winner

Our proprietary NICKLON™ coating debuted nearly 30 years ago. Thanks to its distinct properties, it remains a reliable solution for wide-ranging applications. Use our Coating Comparison Tool to see how NICKLON™ stacks up against other Bales coatings. Compare surface finishes and find the best solution for your needs.

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