| Functions | Main applications | |
| Mechanical properties | Hardness | Cylinders, bearings |
| Lubricity | Cylinders, piston rings | |
| Dimensional stability | Precision parts | |
| Overlaying | Cylinders, bearings | |
| Non-stickiness | Mold | |
| Wear resistance | Rolls, guides, brake pistons | |
| Electric and Electromagnetic properties | Circuit build-up | Printed wiring boards |
| High frequency characteristics | Contacts, switches, wave guides | |
| Magnetism, nonmagnetism | Aluminum magnetic disks | |
| Contact resistance | Connectors, switches | |
| Electric resistance | Electric resistors | |
| Electromagnetic wave shield | Computer housing case, casing of portable telephones | |
| Bonding strength | Solderability | Printed wiring boards, electronic parts, semiconductor parts |
| Bondability | Electronic parts, semiconductor parts | |
| Chemical properties | Corrosion resistance | Household appliances, automotive parts, OA equipments |
| Chemical resistance | Plant equipments | |
| Anti-bacterial capability | Door knobs | |
| Optical characteristics | Anti-refletcance | Optical equipments (interior / exterior), automotive parts |
| Selective photoabsorption | Solar systems | |
| Photoreflectance | Mirrors | |
| Thermal characteristics | Thermal resistance | Engine parts |
| Thermal conductivity | Kitchen wares | |
| Others | Water repellent | Special parts |
