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Frequently Asked
Questions
INTRODUCTION
Xado Technology,
Ltd is one of the first corporations founded in Ukraine.
This company was fortunate enough to receive the patent
for the revolutionary XADO technology. Xado Chemical
Concern currently employs more than 1500 specialists,
engineers and staff. Their focus is high technology.
Their products are on the cutting edge of lubricant and
surface modification
technology.
Xado technology is based on a
synthesized blend of minerals coupled with a catalyst.
When Xado is introduced into a mechanical system it
coats the friction pairs with a blend of ceramic mixed
with worn metal it has scavenged from the system
(cermet). This coating grows in the presence of
friction. When the friction has been reduced enough, the
growth stops. This results in a 'custom' fit between the
moving parts of a system. Tolerances are optimized,
offsetting the inherent play present in mass produced
machinery. The surface of the Xado coating is several
times harder than steel, with a surface as smooth as if
it had been highly polished. It is also extremely
resistant to corrosion, so the parts fit better, run
smoother and last longer. They also produce less heat
when working.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
1. What is revitalization?
The
term "revitalization" (from Latin "vita" - life)
literally means "returning to life". The discovery of
the revitalization phenomenon is based on unique
physical-chemical processes, which occur in the friction
zone.
XADO contains a building material and a unique
energy activator which uses excess friction energy to
create a matrix, the new surface. When the new surface
grows sufficiently to reduce excess friction, the
process stops. Revitalization provides individual
adjustment of mating parts, and all rubbing surfaces
appear to have been covered with not quite clear
glass.
2. How big can the buildup be?
XADO revitalizants will add actual microns in the
pump element, "one-hundredths" in the engine, and
"one-tenths" in the gearbox wheels. This means
REPAIR.
3. What
are the properties of this coating?
The XADO coating
is very hard, very smooth, and corrosion resistant. It
has a micro hardness of 650-750kg/square millimeters as
compared to something less than 300 for most new parts.
Surface roughness in most new parts is between 0.9 and
2.1 Ra. The XADO coating has a surface roughness of 0.06
Ra. The XADO coating is highly corrosion resistant.
4. I
have a new automobile. Why do I need XADO?
The
"break-in" period is a time of significant wear and
adjustment. XADO revitalization allows going through
break-in with minimal loss, and offers the unique
opportunity to "preserve" the assemblies. The surfaces
do not wear out because they are protected by the
ceramic coating.
5. I
just had a major overhaul done, do I need
XADO?
Revitalizing is critical for engines that have
been overhauled because during a typical overhaul you
cannot repeat the steps of in process surface hardening.
When boring, the upper, especially hardened layer is
removed. XADO will again harden the surface to extreme
limits.
6. Will
the ceramic layer grow to engine seizure?
No, the
engine will not seize. From the physics of the process,
it is clear that the "surface - revi-talizants" system
is a self-regulating one. Another point is that the
formation of a ceramic layer takes place in both
contacting surfaces under the effect of the same load.
Under the effect of high pressure and temperature, a
ceramic layer starts to form between the friction
surfaces. Its thickness increases relative to the wear.
As soon as the base wear has been compensated, the
friction factor drops dramatically, and, respectively,
the XADO activation energy decreases. Hence, the process
stabilizes in time, and at some point, the energy will
drop to a value stopping ceramic growth.
7. Will
the ceramic layer fail during running?
No. Mutual
diffusion of metal and the revitalizant forms a
crystalline profile to the depth of 10 to 30 m.
Therefore, there is no clear boundary between the matrix
surface and the ceramic
layer.
8. Why
does the amount of gel depend on the volume of oil,
rather than on the degree of wear?
The amount of oil
in the engine and gearbox unit is proportional to the
area of the acting surfaces of its friction pairs. By
adjusting the specific dose of revitalizant, we make
sure there is enough active substance to recondition any
degree of wear.
9. Which
oil is best for treatment, mineral or synthetic?
It
makes no difference because the revitalizant is
compatible with any kinds of oil and fuel grades. It is
chemically inert with respect to these substances, and
does not affect their viscosity. Oil is but a vehicle
for the revitalizant in getting to the friction
surfaces. XADO is not for oil, it is for repair.
10.
Should the oil be replaced prior to revitalizing the
engine?
Only if the residual life of oil is less than
full cycle of revitalization.
11. Will
XADO settle in my engine when the car is parked?
Not
if you follow the directions when applying XADO. XADO
should only be applied to a warm engine. The engine
should then be run for at least two minutes at idle.
This allows the revitalizant to localize on the friction
surfaces.
12. Do I
add XADO after each replacement of oil?
No. The
coating is formed in the first 930 to 1240 miles (1,500
to 2,000 km ) of running, so there is no sense in
draining the oil during this period. Having completed
treatment, oil is replaced as usual, and the "XADO
effect" will not disappear together with the oil.
Moreover, the surface retains its regeneration
capability. Even after several (up to 10!) oil changes,
specially applied scratches on the cylinder wall were
"healed".
13. On
what are your claims of achieving fuel saving up to 30 %
based?
As a rule, excessive fuel consumption is
caused by wear of the cylinder assembly. After
revitalization, the assembly geometry is restored, and
fuel consumption returns to normal. In addition, a lower
friction factor (surface finish 0.06 Ra instead of the
usual 0.9 to 2.1 Ra) significantly reduces friction
loss. This results in dramatic fuel savings; up to 30 %
at idle and 5 to 7 % when driving.
14. Can
I treat a two-stroke engine?
There is a special gel
for revitalizing cylinders in two-stroke engines. It can
be used in anything from motorcycles to weed
whackers.
15. Can valve guide rods be
reconditioned?
Valves are protected with special oil
scraper cups (valve seals), so the amount of oil getting
onto the valves and, respectively, of revitalizant, is
really slight. If the valves wear is small, this is
sufficient to protect and preserve the valves. If the
wear is heavy, it will be necessary to replace the
valves and the guide
sleeves.
16. I
bought an automobile, and found out that the previous
owner used some kinds of additives. Can I use XADO in
this case?
Of course, you can. The XADO technology is
compatible with any kinds of additives.
17. If
one takes your ads for granted, then it's possible to
run with no lubricant at all?
We run with a dry case
only to demonstrate the quality of the coatings
obtained. The coating permanently and uniquely improves
tolerances and reduces friction throughout your engine,
gearbox, or hydraulic system. Your oil is called upon
less as a lubricant than before. This is why, if the
assembly can operate at all without oil, XADO will
postpone its failure by 100 times.
18. How
long will the coating obtained last?
Say the
compression in the cylinder before treatment was 142,2
psi (10 kgf/cm2) and after treatment, it became 184,9psi
(13 kgf/cm2). The manufacturer guarantees that for one
year, this value will not decrease. There is no mileage
limit on the guarantee. In practice, running without
loss of improved results can reach 60,000 miles (100 000
km). Of course at that point, you can repeat the
treatment.
19. What
does the guarantee imply? Will you change the assembly,
or the entire automobile, or what?
We guarantee the
stability of the specifications improved by revitalizing
your car at an authorized service center. The technician
will issue a warranty coupon at the time of treatment,
with the new compression figures. This guarantees the
compression will not decrease for one year, regardless
of mileage. By coming to a service station, you make our
technician, who issued you the guarantee coupon, liable
for diagnostics and proper application of the gel.
20. Can
all compressors be treated with the XADO
technology?
Yes, practically all. Treatment yields
the following: increase in oil pressure; reduction of
clearances in the connecting rod gear (CRG); elimination
of ovality and taper in the sleeve assembly and
reconditioning of surfaces worn out to 0.5 mm. Only the
sleeve assembly in oxygen compressors cannot be treated
because lubricant, being a vehicle, is absent.
21. What
should I do when it is difficult to remove the old
lubricant?
In this case, it is better to use the
"Repairing" Grease. Add it directly to the standard
assembly lubricant. The high concentration of
revitalizant in this lubricant makes it possible to
restore the heavily worn out parts to factory sizes, and
further, ensures a practically unlimited service period.
All XADO lubricants are mutually compatible.
22. How
are assemblies working with grease lubricants
revitalized?
By replacing the standard lubricant with
XADO lubricant. First, determine the degree of assembly
wear, and depending on this, use the respective type of
lubricant. "Protective" is used for new assemblies, or
those with insignificant wear (up to 10 %); it is a
versatile substitute for grease lubricants. "Restoring"
contains a greater number of active components, so,
rather than just only protecting the part's surface, it
also restores its geometry. It is used for assemblies
and mechanisms with a degree of wear up to 50 %.
"Repairing" is used for assemblies with wear up to 80
%.
23. We
have a lot of machine tools. Can we benefit from
treatment?
Revitalizing with special high speed XADO
lubricants makes the spindle performance achieve
certificate values. Rejects are practically
eliminated
24. Does
the ceramic layer build up on nonferrous metals?
Yes,
a ceramic layer is formed on all "metal to metal"
friction pairs, including non-ferrous metals and alloys.
25. Tell
me about XADO for firearms.
Revitalizing a rifle
barrel provides the following: geometry restoration
(complete shuttering) and protection from bore surface
wear; maximum hitting force for the given type of
ammunition; a 10 fold increase in wear resistance and
barrel life; an increase in firing flatness, but the key
factor is an increase in firing accuracy by 2 to 3
fold!
26. Is
any preliminary preparation of the barrel needed prior
to revitalizing?
No special preparation is needed.
Standard cleaning of the bore is enough.
27. What
is the critical barrel wear, at which XADO will fail to
help?
The XADO revitalizant improves the firing
performance of firearms at any degree of
wear.
28. What is the service life of a
reconditioned barrel?
A special experiment was needed
to answer this question. First, a new chromised barrel
was revitalized. Though the barrel spread
characteristics complied with the standard, the firing
accuracy increased by 23 % after treatment with XADO!
Next, live tests were started. This meant firing 200
tracer rounds in succession. The firearm became so
sizzling hot that the stock varnish coating began
running. It was cooled in the simplest way by dipping
into a bucket with water. Everybody waited with
impatience for the results of the test. Skeptics wagered
that the coating wouldn't withstand the extreme
temperature drops and would simply peel off. The results
surprised even the developers! The firing accuracy
increased additionally by 46.6 %!
The service life
tests carried out at the Rzhevsk test grounds allows us
to claim that the service life is 10,000 shots with no
loss of improved performance.
Under normal loads,
you'll be able to keep the barrel in an ideal condition
at all times by treating it once a year with the green
gel (10 shots).
29. Does
the treated barrel need any maintenance?
No special
maintenance is required. Moreover, the protected inner
surface of the barrel is subject less to corrosion
attack than conventional coatings are.
30. Does
it make any difference whether the barrel is chromised,
or not?
The revitalizant improves the shooting
characteristics of a barrel with any coatings, both
chromised, and not.
31. I
have a shotgun with a pit in the chrome coating. Will
XADO help?
Yes, it will. The main point is to observe
the revitalization principle, i.e. to ensure sufficient
friction by contact between the bullet and barrel
surface. For this, you might want a bullet of special
design. In this area, you can draw on the extensive
experience and backup of both our experts and firearms
fans. For more detail, do not hesitate to contact us at
the XADO chemical concern.
32. Is
XADO toxic?
No. All our products have a sanitary
permit for usage in the food industry, and a hygienic
certificate.
Information is valid as of September
2003.
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