Comparative Studies on the Dry Sliding Behavior of a Low-Metallic Friction Material with the Addition of Graphite and Exfoliated g-C3N4

This study compares the effect of addition two types lubricants on dry sliding behavior a simplified Cu-free phenolic resin-based composite material. The were commercial graphite and exfoliated graphitic carbon nitride (codenamed: TEX6). particles rounded ‘flaky’ character. TEX6 not only flaky, but also irregular in shape, ‘fluffy’. Both added individually basic formulation subjected to tests pin-on-disc testing equipment mild conditions against grey cast-iron counterface. with observed stable steady state friction coefficient (CoF) lower scatter average pin wear magnitude when compared samples containing graphite. Additionally, worn surfaces TEX6-containing had extremely smooth, compact, continuous secondary plateau coverage graphite-containing samples. counterface paired much abrasive action Through further evaluation plateaus, possible as lubricant material composition was explained, making it promising component for automotive braking applications.