RTEC-INSTRUMENTS INC. Email Format
Research ServicesCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
RTEC-INSTRUMENTS INC. develops testing systems for mechanical and optical surface characterization, addressing tribology, scratch testing, adhesion, hardness, and surface inspection. The instruments provide platforms to evaluate lubrication, friction, wear, adhesion, roughness, and film thickness across nano- to macro-scale. The company combines decades of tribological experience with multi-disciplinary engineering approaches to tailor instruments to diverse research needs. Based in San Jose, California, it serves customers across sectors including oil and gas, 2D materials, semiconductor, coatings, automotive, biomedical, and aerospace. In March 2026, the company announced the acquisition of Micro Materials Ltd, expanding its surface characterization capabilities.