Electrodeposition of Ni-B/SiC composite films with high hardness and wear resistance

- Ni-B/SiC composite films were prepared via electrodeposition.
- The composite films showed high hardness and wear resistance.
- Thermal treatment enhanced the hardness of the films.
- Both hard Ni-B matrix and SiC particles contributed to the mechanical properties.
- SiC content in the films depended on the electrodeposition conditions.