All-inclusive scratch testing of coatings and thin films using Bruker's universal test system

In this application note, Bruker discusses the importance of coatings and thin films in various applications and the critical attribute of adhesion strength for their proper functioning. The note highlights the challenge of finding suitable scratch test methods and parameters due to the limitations of regular scratch tools. Bruker's scratch test system, based on the universal mechanical tester (UMT) platform, is introduced as a versatile solution capable of accommodating various scratch test methods and delivering reliable data. The note presents examples of scratch test results on different coatings and thin films, showcasing the system's capabilities.