Anti-wear additives-, or simply AW additives, are designed to adhere to metal surfaces due to their polarity. There, AW additives can specifically compensate for unevenness in the surface. This activity of wear protection additives is often activated by increasing the temperature in the mixed friction area. AW additives also offer excellent long-term stabilization, as new surfaces are continuously formed at the friction points, which minimizes wear-related material removal.
AW additives in the lubricant industry are an essential building block of high-quality lubricant formulations. AW additives improve lubricity and inhibit oxidation, which increases the service life of machines. In automobiles, industrial equipment and other applications, they are essential to ensure efficiency and reliability. AW additives are also widely used in hydraulic systems, gearboxes, cutting oils and other high performance applications where protection against wear and improved lubricity are critical.
