Xylan® 16-000 Series High Temperature Low Friction Coatings

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PPG's XYLAN® 16-000 Series are solvent- and waterborne, resin-bonded, anti-friction and abrasion-resistant dry films, formulated to deliver a wide range of performance characteristics in various automotive applications. 

Offering controlled low friction, wear resistance, anti-stick / slip and very good chemical resistance, this series provides excellent adhesion to metals and a very wide in-service temperature range. 

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Benefits

  • Increased efficiency 
  • Consistent sliding forces 
  • Protection in multiple environments 
  • Engineering to final dimensions and/or smoothness 
  • Compatible with many automotive fluids and chemicals 
  • Can be combined with many industry standard pre-treatments 
  • Primer layer not required 

Typical uses

  • Steering systems (crash tubes) 
  • Engine pistons 
  • HVAC compressors 
  • Solenoids 
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