University of Cincinnati

F James Boerio

Robert Haines Turner

Alan M Dickey

Kristy J Johnson

R Giles Dillingham

David A Penning

Catherine E Taylor

Elastomeric seals, including O-rings, may have chemically resistant thin films applied by the technique of plasma polymerization to the surface of the elastomer, enhancing wear resistance and environmental resistance without changing the physical properties of the elastomer. The films may be a silane polymer applied by plasma deposition in a radio frequency/microwave dual power source reactor.

Product having a thin film polymer coating and method of making

A silica coated substrate comprises a substrate having a zinc containing surface. A plasma polymerized coating is adhered to the surface. The coating consists essentially of silicon and oxygen and contains minimal amounts of carbon.

Method of making silica coated steel substrates

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Cincinnati, OH, United States of America

F James Boerio