Industrial PVD Surface Treatment Services | Precision Coating Solutions

Comprehensive Industrial Applications of PVD Surface Treatment

1. Automotive Sector Applications

ComponentCoating TypeThicknessKey BenefitsPerformance DataPiston RingsCrN3-5μm60% wear reduction500h engine test passedTransmission GearsDLC2-4μm45% friction decrease200,000 cycle durabilityFuel InjectorsTiN1-3μmCorrosion resistance1000h salt spray test

2. Aerospace & Defense Solutions

ApplicationCoating SolutionTechnical SpecsCertificationTurbine BladesTiAlN multilayer5-8μm @800°CNADCAP approvedLanding GearCrN+MoS₂ hybrid4-6μm HV2500MIL-STD-810GSatellite PartsAlCrN2-3μm UV stableESA ECSS-Q-70

3. Medical Device Enhancements

| Device Type | Coating Material | Biocompatibility | Clinical Benefit |
|-------------|------------------|------------------|------------------|
| Surgical Tools | ZrN | ISO 10993 Class III | 5x sterilization cycles |
| Implants | TiO₂ | FDA 510(k) cleared | 92% osseointegration |
| Dental Instruments | Au-based | EN ISO 22674 | 70% bacteria reduction |

Technical Comparison: PVD vs Traditional Treatments

| Parameter | PVD Treatment | Electroplating | Thermal Spray |
|-----------|--------------|---------------|--------------|
| Thickness | 0.1-10μm | 10-100μm | 50-500μm |
| Adhesion | Metallurgical bond | Mechanical bond | Mechanical bond |
| Temperature | 200-500°C | 20-80°C | 1500-3000°C |
| Waste | Zero liquid waste | Toxic wastewater | Overspray waste |
| Lead Time | 2-4 hours | 24-48 hours | 4-8 hours |

Case Study Highlights

Case 1: High-Precision Mold Protection

• Client: German automotive supplier
• Challenge: Needed 5μm coating with ±0.2μm tolerance
• Solution: Multi-arc PVD CrN with in-situ thickness monitoring
• Results: Achieved 0.18μm variance, extended mold life by 8x

Case 2: Space Component Coating

• Client: Asian satellite manufacturer
• Challenge: Required UV-stable coating for LEO conditions
• Solution: Special AlCrN formulation with 3-layer architecture
• Results: Passed 5-year orbital simulation tests

Case 3: Medical Drill Bit Enhancement

• Client: US surgical device company
• Solution: Nanostructured ZrN coating with sharp edge preservation
• Results: 300% longer cutting performance, reduced patient trauma

Our Proprietary PVD Treatment Process

1. Pre-Treatment Phase:
   • Ultrasonic cleaning (3-stage)
   • Argon plasma etching
   • Substrate activation
2. Coating Application:
   • High-power impulse magnetron sputtering
   • Real-time optical emission monitoring
   • Multi-layer architecture control
3. Post-Treatment QC:
   • Scratch testing (ISO 20502)
   • XRD phase analysis
   • Accelerated aging tests

For custom PVD surface treatment solutions, contact [email protected].