Sample Preparation Methodology of the Al2o3 Surface Layers for Self- Lubricating Sliding Pair

Abstract

The article discusses the process of preparing samples with an anodic Al2O3 layer for tribological tests in the combination of sliding, reciprocating on the T17 tester. The method of cutting, grinding, drilling, threading, gluing, etching, and anodizing samples used in laboratory conditions was presented. As shown in the article, the number of factors influencing the surface quality of the oxide layer produced in terms of tribological associations is significant; therefore, the appropriate sample preparation methodology is so important.