Black Voodoo — PECVD Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC)
Our flagship DLC — ultra-low friction and high hardness in a deep black finish.
A deep, sleek black finish.
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What is Black Voodoo?
Black Voodoo is our flagship PECVD diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating. It pairs high hardness (around 1,500 HV) with an ultra-low coefficient of friction (0.05–0.08) in a deep black finish — and it is eco-friendly: chromium-free, inert, and non-toxic. It eliminates galling and stays slick under heavy load, making it ideal for firearms and demanding components.
Best for: Ultra-low friction and extreme hardness — firearms and heavy wear.
Key properties
- Ultra-low friction (0.05–0.08)
- High hardness (~1,500 HV)
- Eco-friendly — chromium-free, inert & non-toxic
- Eliminates galling & adhesive wear
- Corrosion resistant
- PECVD / DLC process
Specifications
Black Voodoo vs. the Crystallume PVD line.
How this coating compares across the line on the two specs engineers ask about most.
Microhardness (HV)
Max service temperature (°C)
Values are typical published properties for the underlying coating chemistry, shown for general guidance. Coefficient of friction is a system property that varies with the mating material, load, and environment. Final specifications are confirmed per part and application.
Where Black Voodoo performs.
From the cutting edge to everything beyond it.
⚙ Cutting tools
✦ Beyond cutting tools
Black Voodoo in the real world.
A closer look at parts finished in Black Voodoo's black coating.
Is Black Voodoo right for your part?
Tell us your material and application — we'll confirm whether Black Voodoo is the best fit, or recommend another coating from the line.