SURFACE FINISHING

Satin

MIRROR

Ultra-High Polish(nanoscale)

Ultra-High Polish+DLC

Titanium

Matte Black

DLC(Diamond-Like Carbon)

COATING

Why use DLC on Hockey blades？

For a high-performance blade, DLC offers three distinct technical advantages:

1. Exceptional Edge Retention

Standard stainless steel blades (typically in the 50–60 HRC range) lose their "bite" as the microscopic apex of the edge rolls or nicks during high-impact maneuvers. DLC coatings have a surface hardness that can exceed 70–80 GPa, making the edges significantly more resistant to structural deformation.

Result: Players can often go 50% to 100% longer between sharpenings compared to standard or mirror-polished steel.

2. Reduced Friction & Enhanced Glide

The molecular structure of DLC—a mixture of sp² (graphite-like) and sp³ (diamond-like) carbon bonds—results in an extremely low coefficient of friction (typically 0.05 to 0.15).

Thermal Efficiency: As the blade moves, it creates a thin film of water via friction-induced melting. The "slickness" of DLC reduces the energy required to maintain momentum, effectively improving glide and reducing skater fatigue over a 60-minute game.

3. Structural Protection

The coating acts as a shield against the "industrial" wear-and-tear of the game.

Impact Resistance:

It prevents the microscopic nicks and "burrs" caused by contact with other skates, sticks, or the goal posts.

Corrosion Resistance:

The amorphous carbon layer is chemically inert, providing a barrier against the oxidative stress of ice, water, and humidity that can degrade standard stainless steel over time.