Abstract
AbstractSummary: A solid lubricant composite material was prepared by compression molding PTFE and acid treated nano‐attapulgite. The friction and wear tests were performed on a block‐on‐ring wear tester. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy‐dispersive X‐ray spectrometer (EDS) and DSC were utilized to investigate material microstructures and examine modes of failure. Experimental results showed that there was no significant change in coefficient of friction, but the wear rate of the PTFE composite was orders of magnitude less than that of pure PTFE. Acid treated nano‐attapulgite was superior to untreated nano‐attapulgite in enhancing the wear resistance of PTFE. Moreover, the wear resistance of the composite increased monotonically with increasing treated attapulgite concentration. Investigation of transfer film and analysis of debris for PTFE and its composite showed that acid treated nano‐attapulgite filled to PTFE could facilitate formation of transfer film on the steel ring surface and inhibit breakage of PTFE molecular chain. The PTFE composite with higher heat absorption capacity exhibited improved wear resistance. Furthermore, the steel ring counterface abrasion was not found.Effect of load on the wear rate of PTFE and its composites.magnified imageEffect of load on the wear rate of PTFE and its composites.
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