Method for forming macroparticle-free DLC films by cathodic arc discharge

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PATENT NO 5401543
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08149292

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The present invention provides a method for producing a diamond-like carbon coating. The method comprises the steps of providing a substrate to be coated, providing a cathode of vitreous carbon or a pyrolytic graphite cathode and initiating a cathodic arc discharge with the arc spot on the cathode surface and directing the resulting carbon plasma toward the substrate to form a coating on said substrate, said coating being substantially macroparticle free.

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MINNESOTA MINING AND MANUFACTURING COMPANYP O BOX 33427 ST PAUL MN 55133-3427

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O'Neill, David G Woodbury, MN 9 361
Storer, Jonathan G Mendota Heights, MN 4 119

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