ENGINEERED COATING

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Innovative Coating Development

Engineered tool coatings are at the core of our commitment to enhancing cutting tools. We focus on delivering superior coating solutions that elevate tool performance. With dedicated facilities in North America and Europe, our team of specialized coating scientists and advanced laboratories continually push the boundaries of technical expertise and coating techniques, driving constant innovation in the industry.


To ensure the quality and reliability of our coatings, we employ a variety of laboratory techniques for quality control, coating analysis, and development. This includes visual inspections under magnification, precise measurements of coating thickness, and thorough evaluations of coating adhesion.

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Engineered tool coatings are at the core of our commitment to enhancing cutting tools. We focus on delivering superior coating solutions that elevate tool performance. With dedicated facilities in North America and Europe, our team of specialized coating scientists and advanced laboratories continually push the boundaries of technical expertise and coating techniques, driving constant innovation in the industry.


To ensure the quality and reliability of our coatings, we employ a variety of laboratory techniques for quality control, coating analysis, and development. This includes visual inspections under magnification, precise measurements of coating thickness, and thorough evaluations of coating adhesion.



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For a deeper level of analysis, we utilize high-magnification imaging of coatings and substrates, conduct compositional analysis on both coatings and substrates, and employ on-site equipment for quantifiable measurements of coating adhesion. Furthermore, we have access to an extensive array of advanced characterization techniques, such as nanoindentation hardness measurements and x-ray diffraction for structural and stress assessment.


In collaboration with our trusted partners, we also have the capability to validate coating performance in a state-of-the-art machining lab. This facility allows us to measure cutting forces, productivity gains, and overall tool life, providing a comprehensive assessment of the total cost and benefits of our engineered tool coatings.

Ti-Namite

A general-purpose coating with good adhesion and abrasion-resistant properties. Suitable for a wide variety of materials

Coating

Titanium Nitride (TiN)

Identifying Color

gold

Layer Structure

Multilayer

Thickness

1–5 microns

Hardness (HV)

2200

Coefficient of Friction (Fretting)

0.40–0.65

Thermal Stability

600°C / 1112°F

Excellent thermal and chemical resistance allows for dry cutting and improvements in the performance of carbide. The coating has a high hardness giving great protection against abrasive wear and erosion.

Coating

Aluminum Titanium Nitride (AlTiN)

Identifying Color

Dark Grey

Layer Structure

Nano

Structure

Thickness

1–5 microns

Hardness (HV)

3700

Coefficient of Friction (Fretting)

0.30

Thermal Stability

1100°C / 2010°F

This ceramic-based coating ensures a smooth surface and a low affinity to cold welding or edge build-up, which makes it optimal for aluminum and copper applications. It has high toughness and high hardness.

Coating

Titanium DiBoride (TiB2)

Identifying Color

Light Grey-Silver

Layer Structure

Monolayer

Thickness

1–2 microns

Hardness (HV)

4000

Coefficient of Friction (Fretting)

0.10–0.20

Thermal Stability

850°C / 1562°F

A very wear-resistant coating with high toughness and shock resistance. Good in interrupted cuts found in applications like milling.

Coating

Titanium Carbonitride (TiCN)

Identifying Color

Pink-Red

Layer Structure

Multilayer

Thickness

1–5 microns

Hardness (HV)

3000

Coefficient of Friction (Fretting)

0.30–0.45

Thermal Stability

400°C / 752°F

The structural design of Ti-Namite-X is adapted to meet a diverse range of applications; everything from high- and low-alloy steels to hardened materials (up to 65 HRC core hardness). Ti-Namite-X is suitable for operations which require high cutting speeds, high temperatures at the cutting edge, and high metal removal rates.

Coating

Proprietary (TX)

Identifying Color

Black

Layer Structure

Nano Composite

Thickness

1–5 microns

Hardness (HV)

3600

Coefficient of Friction (Fretting)

0.45

Thermal Stability

150°C / 2100°F

This is the hardest coating available with the best abrasion resistance. It is carbon-based so it is limited in application capabilities. This coating is suitable for machining highly abrasive, non-ferrous materials such as CFRP and graphite.

Coating

Crystalline Diamond (Diamond)

Identifying Color

Black

Layer Structure

Monolayer

Thickness

6–20 microns

Hardness (HV)

>8000

Coefficient of Friction (Fretting)

0.15–0.20

Thermal Stability

800°C / 1470°F

Features include high-wear resistance, reduced friction, and excellent prevention of edge build-up. This coating provides superior material removal rates and tool life when used in high-performance operations with difficult-to-machine materials like titanium.

Coating

Proprietary (TM)

Identifying Color

Copper

Layer Structure

Nano Composite

Thickness

1–5 microns

Hardness (HV)

3600

Coefficient of Friction (Fretting)

0.45

Thermal Stability

1150°C / 2100°F

This coating demonstrates a superior combination of hardness and adhesion in hard machining of molds and dies and machining high-alloy stainless steels for high temperature applications such as turbines. The smooth surface ensures optimum surface quality and decreases the temperature in the cutting zone by reducing friction.

Coating

Proprietary (TH)

Identifying Color

Copper

Layer Structure

Nano Composite

Thickness

1–5 microns

Hardness (HV)

3800

Coefficient of Friction (Fretting)

0.30

Thermal Stability

1100°C / 2010°F

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