COMPARATIVE STUDIES OF TRIBOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF SELECTED POLYMER RESINS FOR USE IN HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS

The use of composite materials in the construction of hydraulic cylinders allows for a significant reduction in the weight of the element while maintaining its operating parameters. One of the issues to be solved at the design stage is to ensure the tightness of the cylinder and the correct cooperation of the cylinder with the piston. Four materials that can be used as internal coatings in such composite cylinders were selected in the work. Preliminary tests using the ball-on-disk method and observation of signs of wear were carried out using an optical microscope and SEM. After testing, materials for further studies were selected.