Metal Finishing
Metal Coating Comparison Chart
ProcessMain PropertiesExample Substrates
Nituff

Extremely hard
Self lubricating
Corrosion resistant
Reduces friction
Strong dielectric

Aluminum and aluminum alloys (wrought or cast)

Black Nituff

Extremely hard
Self lubricating
Corrosion resistant
Reduces friction
Strong dielectric
Cosmetically appealing

Aluminum and aluminum alloys (wrought or cast)

Nituff C

Corrosion resistant
Self lubricating
Cosmetically appealing
Available in clear, black, blue, red

Aluminum and aluminum alloys (wrought or cast)

NiCoTef

Low coefficient of friction
Corrosion resistant
Self lubricating

Most metals, including aluminum, brass, steel, iron, copper and bronze

Tufnic

Extremely hard
Self lubricating
Resists chemical attack

Most metal, including iron, brass, steel, copper and bronze

Hardex

Extremely hard
Resists chemical attack
Increased coefficient of friction

Most metals, including aluminum, brass, steel, iron, copper and bronze

Silitef

Extremely hard
Corrosion resistant
Increased coefficient of friction

Most metals, including aluminum, brass, steel, iron, copper and bronze