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STM-3, the world's only pure Synthetic ceramic metal treatment,proven to substantially decreases friction, reduce damaging harmonics and wear in the engine and transmission, in comparison with operation on oil alone. STM-3 is non-toxic, contains no petroleum,or solents and is not harmful in any way to equipment, clutches, plastics, rubber seals, the environment, people, or pets.

This section is designed to introduce you to Cerma with stm-3, including its purpose and its applications. You can also find here detailed technical explanations of how STM-3 accomplishes superior protection of your metal based moving parts.

 

What is STM-3?


STM-3 is a not-petroleum based. STM-3 is non-flammable (contains no solvents), non-corrosive, non-toxic, biodegradable, synthetic ceramic metal treatment. In fact, STM-3 is the only synthetic, environmentally friendly, smog reducing metal treatment in the world, that works as stated, not 50-70% of the time, But 100% of the time.STM-3 starts working within minutes of being added, you will hear it, feel it, see it! or your money back!

With over 6 years of certified testing including testing performed by the EPA showing a 92% reduction in emissions output in a gasoline engine and 5 years real world application,  STM3 technology has “leapfrogged” current metal treatment/engine treatment technology and leads the way for anti-friction, harmonic reducing, smog reducing metal treatment into the third millennium. STM-3 combines all the positive aspects of previous technology into its new technology without any of the harmful negative attributes associated with current additive technology.

          STM-3 is NOT!

  • An additive to lubricant: STM-3 is a true metal treatment.
  • A product derived from ceramic technology: STM-3 is a synthetic metal treatment.
  • A lubricant: STM-3 is a metal treatment that uses existing lubricants to carry it to the metal parts.
  • Does not contain solids: STM-3 is not harmful to parts, lubricants and environment. STM-3 products contain no PTFE based compounds, graphite, chlorinated hydrocarbons, black and non-ferrous metals. Having no chemical affinity with mineral and synthetic petroleum, STM-3 is not soluble in  known petrol lubricants or fluids. Being chemically inert, it does not disturb the pH-balance of lubrication oil additive packages.
  • STM-3 is not only inert to materials, but also the sealing properties block the oxidizing processes on the surfaces of metals.

   

  • STM-3 contains:
  • No paraffin's – therefore, it can be used as an additive in fuels.
  • No cladding materials that can be harmful, such as Teflon®, metal, zinc, paraffin wax.
  • No EPA targeted carbon chains.
  • No products that will build up or oxidize.
  • No Elements that would void warranties.

 

 

What are the applications for STM-3?

        STM-3 is for use in all environments that involve:

  • Extreme temperature s (both Cold and Hot)
  • High loads
  • Extreme pressure
  • High sliding speed and pressure
  • Intermidiate lack of lubrication
  • High harmonic vibration generation
  • Metal to metal contact
  • High abrasion areas
  • Extreme fluid turbulence areas

   

        applications for STM-3 include, but are not limited to:

  • Automotive and heavy duty truck motor, standard transmission, differential, hubs, wheel bearings, and automatic transmission and power steering for gasoline and diesel fuels
  • Motor cycles, shocks, wheel bearings, 2 cycle engines, chain rails, brake linings & rotors, high performance applications
  • Aircraft engines and pulley systems
  • Industrial (mining equipment needing certified lubrication products.) STM-3 is certified for use in underground mining applications worldwide. (Contact Cermastore.com for information.)
  • Railroads, including diesel engine oil, transmissions, gear boxes, wheel bearings.
  • Commercial marine, including diesel engines, transmissions, gear boxes, wrenches, and all friction, harmonic generating applications
  • Rifle, handgun, and weapons (stops carbon & lead build up, increases muzzle velocity)
  • Printing presses, sewing machines, any moving equipment (reduces the need for continued oiling)
  • Drills, taps, saws, milling tools, and all metal-to-metal cutting tools (reduces galling, buildup of cuttings)
  • HVAC pumps (both automobile, and home units)
  • Machining coolants

 

 

Will the use of STM-3 void warranties?

No! STM-3 does NOT treat the oil or fluid into which it is introduced.

STM-3 treats metal only. It does not affect, in a positive or negative way, any type of seal material.

STM-3 does not affect warranties because it does not mix with the oil, or affect the pH, or blend package of any lubrication fluid into which it is introduced.

STM-3 is a pure concentrate metal treatment only.

 

What does STM-3 do for the equipment that is treated?

STM-3 significantly reduces friction and harmonics, thereby providing:

  • More power to motorized equipment (increased rpm or same rpm at improved energy output efficiency).
  • Cooler operation in all engines, transmissions, gear boxes, sliding devices, and bearing assemblies. ( as tested yielded 45 deg. average reduction in fluid temps)
  • Longer equipment life (documented equipment repair reduction).
  • Significantly longer lubrication (oil) service cycles.
  • Protection against carbon & lacquer buildup allowing for improved piston sealing.

 

 

Cerma with STM-3 metal treatment has been proven to:

  • Increase horsepower
  • Increase compression
  • Increase torque 
  • Restore lost performance                            
  • Increase fuel economy
  • Reduce emission gases
  • Reduce carbon deposits
  • Reduce engine vibration and noise (harmonics)
  • Reduce the wear
  • Reduce repairs, caused by Harmonic induced Wear
  • Not affect factory clearances
  • Not Clog or build up within your equipment
  • Keep oil cleaner longer
     

*= All claims are based on five years of independent third party,& real world testing

     (data available on request if not present on web site) Keep in mind these results

     are as tested and your results may differ.

STM-3 only affects metal parts; therefore, it can be safely used in hydraulic systems, HVAC pumps, conveyor systems, automatic transmissions,
 gear boxes, transfer cases, crankcases, differentials, coolants, fuel, and chain cases – virtually any friction or Harmonic generating environment.

 

 

Does STM-3 wear out?

No! STM-3 does not wear out. As STM-3 is a true metal treatment, once the penetration into the metals surface has occurred, you would have to remove the metal itself to remove the STM-3 treatment.

 

Does STM-3 replace existing oil or grease volume?

No! Unlike additives, STM-3 does not change the lubricant base, because STM-3 is a metal treatment. Most anti-friction additives change the oil, thereby altering the delicate formulation of the oil or lubricant. When a petroleum based oil additives replace or alter the oil with which the engine is designed to operate, the additive package pH and suspension agent of the oil may be altered. When the pH is wrong, the “additive package” is out of balance and can cause acidic buildup and corrosiveness. STM-3 does not change the properties of your lubricants .

 

At what point does STM-3 break down under heat?

STM-3 does not break down under heat. STM-3 is not a lubricant or an additive that is affected by heat. STM-3 is a metal treatment that is absorbed into the metal and uses oil, lubricant, or grease only to carry it to the metal. In one application, STM-3 will remain stable in excess of  temperatures of 2420°F.

 

How does STM-3 work?

STM-3 Nano-molecules will bind with carbon chains within the metal sub-surface, once fully cured cerma yields a glass smooth sealed surface, eliminating surface flaws within the metals mating surfaces.

The surface boundary layers formed by STM-3 have a sub micron molecular structure with  characteristics that ensure extremely low levels of boundary friction between the surfaces.

STM-3 is formulated with a "Surface Tension Modifier" That will reduce Temperature, Pressure, and Friction between moving surfaces (boundary friction and wear). When the temperature is altered up or down and/or the pressure or friction is increased,STM-3, activates a succession of chemical reactions with carbon acids and H2O to reduce surface tension, this feature is Cerma's patent pending advantage over all other products sold today.

 
  • STM-3 Nano molecules are non-petroleum based ions with an extremely high affinity towards the metal surfaces
  • STM-3 molecules are <0.001µm and are therefore able to penetrate gum and varnish residual buildup on surfaces without the use of solvents. Once STM-3 molecules penetrate these surfaces, metal’s micro-pores. Once bonded the surface, a cerma treated engine/equipment no longer has the cracks, pores for the gum/varnish particulate to latch onto, once STM-3 has reached the metal surface after penetrating the varnish build up it forms a ceramic shield that protects the metal, once set STM-3 releases the varnish and carbon build up back into the lubricant stream to be cleaned by the inline filtration system.
  • Contains 99.9% synthetic Nano ceramic compounds.
  • Cerma with STM-3 will , bond, and mechanically penetrate surfaces of metal.
  • STM-3 molecules form ceramic boundry layer on and below metal surfaces to seal the rough pores and to smooth the metal surface.
  • STM-3 provides protection from abrasion by forming a near diamond hard surface film on and below metal surfaces.
  • STM-3 starts to activate at temperatures above -45°F. The higher the temperature, the faster the activation time, the more hours of constant operation the faster the final results will become apparent.
  • STM-3 forms a permanent sub surface internal bond within metals.
  • The resulting compound is harder, not due to “making” the original friction area “harder”, rather by  filling in the pits, cracks, and uneven surface of the  surface, making the surface as near perfectly smooth as is mechanically possible. This will not change dimensions of contacted parts.
  • STM-3 will remove varnish & carbon build up on & between parts, leaving the internal metal surfaces clean and as near new condition as possible with your particular application.

STM-3 is for all LPT environments – high Load , extreme Pressure , and high Temperature .

 

How long does STM-3 take to work?

STM-3 when introduced to the lubrication stream will start to work within minutes, Reducing harmonic vibrations, then reducing heat. Although you will see & feel immediate results! STM-3 will take up to 3 months before it has completed it's final curing of ceramic. In some cases STM-3 will provide Fuel savings within an engine, This process can take 5-min. up to 90 days to become fully apparent and final, depending on the amount of lacquers your engine has built up over the years of use. (STM-3 products do not use solvents, STM-3 relies on the Nano particle size to penetrate the lacquer build up, releasing the carbon & laquar buildup into the oil stream to be filtered out)

 

Will cerma stop oil burning within my engine?

Yes, In most cases STM-3 will reduce or stop oil burning completely.
Note: STM-3 will not fix a physical defect. Although it has been found that things we think are broken are really just coated heavily with lacquers from the oil oxidizing and once the lacquers are removed the part works as intended.




Does STM-3 have a warranty?

Yes, All cerma products are warranted for 1 year after your application, further STM-3 offers a full purchase price refund for any reason within 120 days of purchase.




What happens if I have problems after application with STM-3 products?

No problem, First thing you should do if you have a problem or questions, Contact your sales rep. In the event there is a need for further assistance Cerma Corporate Representative will call on you to correct the issue to your satisfaction.



Does STM-3 have insurance in the event of damage to my application?

YES, STM-3 products are covered .

Conact Cerma Organic for proof of insurance and conditions of coverage

 

 

 

What is the mix ratio for STM-3?

 

The mix ratio varies depending on the fluid into which STM-3 is applied and the load requirements.
For information on the amount of STM-3 to use in your application, Please contact your distributor, or contact Cerma organic directly.



Do I have to add additional STM-3?

Never, STM-3 is a one time metal treatment . Once it sets the ceramic into the metal, it's done!

STM-3 makes a OIL conditioner called  Nano ! Don't confuse the two products, Nano is a true OIL treatment (mixes with the oil to promote better fuel economy) Optional oil treatment for use only! after equipment has been treated with STM-3 METAL conditioner. ( Nano is added when changing oil, to enhance fuel economy ) (( OPTIONAL ))

STM-3 is a true METAL conditioner (does not mix with oil, just uses oil to carry it to the metal)  ONE TIME TREATMENT !

 

Questions? Cerma Organic International, Inc.
Makers of Cerma products.  E-mail: Cermaceo@gmail.com

 
 

NOTE: In combustion engines, you do not have to add additional STM-3. STM-3 is not an additive but a metal treatment. The STM-3 is already in the metal and does not have to be replaced ever !

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