title: The adhesion of thin carbon films to metallic substrates.
abstract: As part of the development of carbon-coated prosthetic devices, the adhesion of thin carbon films to metallic substrates has been studied. The bond strength of carbon films about 5000 A thick on Ti-6A1-4V and stainless steel was measured in a pull test and found to be greater than 4700 psi. Auger electron spectroscopy showed a reactive film/substrate interface. The ultimate bond strength was found to be dependent on the substrate and the deposition parameters.
mesh_terms: D000268:Adhesiveness; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D002244:Carbon; D006350:Heart Valve Prosthesis; D008567:Membranes, Artificial; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D013193:Stainless Steel; D014025:Titanium
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D008567:Membranes, Artificial; D013193:Stainless Steel; D002244:Carbon; D014025:Titanium