PTFE Coatings
PTFE 100X
Dry lubrication with a decorative, protective finish.
Available finishes
- Low Gloss Black
- Semi Gloss Black
- Semi Gloss Silver
- Clear
Colors are representative.
Product information
What PTFE 100X does
Slickote PTFE 100X — the current formulation of the PTFE 100 series — bonds a PTFE fluorocarbon resin film to metal surfaces in a single heat-cured application. The result is a dry lubricating surface with a low coefficient of friction, plus corrosion, chemical, and solvent protection in the same film.
Technical specifications
| Product class | Solid film lubricant |
|---|---|
| Cure schedule | 300°F · 60 minutes |
| Nominal film thickness | 0.0003–0.0028 in |
| VOC (coating) | 2.8 lbs/gal · AQMD Rule 1124 |
| Substrate | Sealed or unsealed anodized aluminum; metal surfaces |
Source: Slickote product information and safety data sheets.
Applications & coating system
Anodized aluminum castings and metal hardware needing dry lubricity and a uniform finish.
Applied over sealed or unsealed anodized aluminum per MIL-A-63576 Ty3, the coating passes 1000 hours of salt spray with impact resistance, and gives castings the decorative appearance of black-anodized aluminum. In low gloss black it is the finish used by OEM firearms manufacturers on guns, rifles, and armaments.
For automotive programs, PTFE 100X applied over an anodize finish is an alternative to e-coating under GMW 14671 Ty F.
PTFE 100X and PTFE 200X
Choose between the PTFE base film of 100X and the added molybdenum disulfide in 200X for contacting metal surfaces.
Specification requirements
MIL-A-63576 Ty3 and GMW 14671 Ty F claims apply to the specified coating system over anodized aluminum. Confirm preparation and acceptance criteria for your program.
Confirm before application
- Service temperature
- Friction under your operating conditions
- Surface preparation and application method
PTFE 100X application examples
Illustrations identify the metal surface, finish and coating function.
Automotive mounting hardware
- Surface
- Anodized aluminum
- Finish
- Low Gloss Black
PTFE 100X combines a decorative black finish with a dry lubricating film. Anodized aluminum automotive parts are among its documented applications.
Hinged metal enclosures
- Surface
- Aluminum
- Finish
- Semi Gloss Silver
On moving metal hardware, a bonded dry film provides lubricity without a wet lubricant. The semi gloss silver option keeps a metallic appearance.
Sliding adjustment surfaces
- Surface
- Metal hardware
- Finish
- Low Gloss Black
A low-friction surface helps moving metal parts slide. The cured coating stays bonded to the hardware, with chemical and solvent resistance for industrial service.
Working surface: Prepared aluminum surface; surrounding hardware is shown for context. Illustrative applications and representative finishes. Confirm the substrate, preparation, and service requirements with Slickote before specifying a coating.
Safety data sheets
Download the PDF for your finish. These documents cover handling, storage and safety.