Micromechatronics
Online ISSN : 2432-0358
Print ISSN : 1343-8565
ISSN-L : 1343-8565
CITIZEN Original Surface Treatment Technology “Duratect” Development of New Technology “SAKURA PINK”
Miyuki NAGAOMiya ISHIIYukiko TSUKAHARAYuki SUGANUMA
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2019 Volume 63 Issue 221 Pages 10-14

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  "DURATECT" is a surface hardening technology unique to Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. “SAKURA PINK” was developed as a new color of “DURATECT”. “SAKURA PINK” is composed of a hardened layer, an adhesive layer, and a gold alloy layer on the surface of titanium, and has a color inspired by cherry blossoms. By coating hardened layers, Vickers hardness exceeding 1000 HV and scratch resistance were realized. This product using “DURATECT SAKURA PINK” was released mainly for adult women.

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