Advanced PVD Coating Services for Modern Industry
Technical Specifications of Our PVD Coating Services
Coating TypeMaterialsThicknessHardnessTemperature ResistanceKey ApplicationsWear ResistantTiN, CrN1-10μm1800-3500HV600°CCutting tools, moldsCorrosion ProofZrN, AlCrN2-8μm2000-2800HV800°CMarine componentsLow FrictionDLC, WS₂0.5-5μm1500-4000HV350°CBearings, gearsDecorativeTiN, ZrN0.3-3μm1500-2500HV400°CConsumer goodsThermal BarrierTiAlN3-15μm2500-3200HV1100°CEngine components
Industry-Specific PVD Coating Solutions
1. Automotive Applications
ComponentCoating SolutionPerformance BenefitTesting StandardPiston RingsCrN+DLC hybrid55% friction reductionASTM G133Transmission GearsTiAlN multilayer8x wear resistanceDIN 50324Fuel System PartsZrN nano-coating1000h salt spray resistanceISO 9227
2. Medical Device Coatings
| Device Type | Coating Material | Key Property | Compliance |
|-------------|------------------|--------------|------------|
| Surgical Tools | ZrN | Antimicrobial | ISO 10993 |
| Orthopedic Implants | TiO₂ | Osseointegration | FDA Class III |
| Dental Instruments | Au-based | Corrosion resistant | EN ISO 22674 |
3. Aerospace & Defense
ApplicationCoating SystemSpecial RequirementsCertificationTurbine BladesTiAlN/AlCrN1100°C oxidation resistanceNADCAPSatellite ComponentsAlCrNUV/Vacuum stabilityESA ECSSFirearm ComponentsCrN500°C thermal cyclingMIL-STD-810
Three Detailed Case Studies
Case 1: High-Performance Cutting Tools
- Client: German automotive supplier
- Challenge: Needed to extend end mill lifespan in hardened steel machining
- Solution: Applied our proprietary TiAlN+WC/C multilayer coating
- Results: Achieved 7x tool life improvement, reduced machining costs by 40%
Case 2: Medical Implant Coating
- Client: US orthopedic manufacturer
- Challenge: Required biocompatible coating with 20-year durability
- Solution: Developed customized TiO₂/PEEK nanocomposite coating
- Results: Passed 5-year accelerated aging tests, FDA approval obtained
Case 3: Aerospace Component Protection
- Client: Asian satellite manufacturer
- Challenge: Needed UV-resistant coating for space applications
- Solution: Special AlCrN coating with graded architecture
- Results: Maintained performance through 10,000 thermal cycles
Our PVD Coating Process Flow
- Surface Preparation
- 3-stage ultrasonic cleaning
- Plasma etching (Ar+ bombardment)
- Substrate activation
- Coating Deposition
- High-power impulse magnetron sputtering (HIPIMS)
- Arc evaporation with macroparticle filtration
- Precise thickness control (±0.1μm)
- Quality Assurance
- Rockwell adhesion testing (HF1-HF6)
- Nanoindentation hardness measurement
- Optical emission spectroscopy analysis
For custom PVD coating solutions, contact our engineers at [email protected].