Explore 2024 types of PVD coatings: TiN, TiCN, TiAlCrN, ta-C, CrN, Al₂O₃, SiO₂. JLY Precision Tech delivers 5 nm–5 µm REACH-compliant films for aerospace, EV, medical, optics.

July 25, 2025

Types of PVD Coatings: The Complete 2024 Surface-Finishing Catalogue

1. Why Types of PVD Coatings Matter

Need Typical Film Benefit 2024 Demand CAGR Ultra-wear TiAlCrN 2 900 HV, 1 000 °C +18 % Low friction ta-C DLC 0.04 vs steel +15 % EMI shield Ag/Ni/Cr 85 dB @ 6 GHz +12 % Optical AR Al₂O₃/SiO₂ < 0.2 % reflection +10 % Medical CE ta-C Biocompatible +20 % Food FDA CrN FDA-compliant +8 %

2. 2024 Master Table – Film vs Property

表格复制 Film Thickness (µm) Hardness (HV) Wear Rate (mm³/N·m) Salt-Spray (h) Max Temp (°C) Typical Use TiN 0.5–3 2 000 2.0×10⁻⁵ 500 500 Cutting tools TiCN 0.5–3 2 400 1.5×10⁻⁵ 600 600 Injection molds TiAlCrN 1–5 2 900 1.1×10⁻⁶ 1 200 1 000 Turbine blades CrN 1–4 2 200 1.6×10⁻⁶ 800 600 EV motor punches CrAlON 1–3 2 600 1.8×10⁻⁶ 800 600 Petrochemical valves ta-C DLC 0.1–2 3 000 5.2×10⁻⁷ 1 000 400 Medical drills Al₂O₃/SiO₂ 0.05–0.3 1 200 N/A 500 600 Optical AR Ag/Ni/Cr 0.05–1 300 N/A 48 200 EMI shielding SiBON 0.5–2 2 400 9.0×10⁻⁷ 900 900 Steam valves

3. How to Pick the Right Type (Check-List)

Load / Environment Recommended Stack Why High-temp (>800 °C) TiAlCrN Oxidation barrier Medical implant ta-C FDA & CE compatible EMI shielding Ag/Ni/Cr 85 dB @ 6 GHz Food contact CrN FDA 21 CFR compliant Optical AR Al₂O₃/SiO₂ < 0.2 % reflection

4. Three 2024 Case Studies

Case 1 – Aerospace Turbine Blade

Client: European OEM, 2024
Challenge: 850 °C fretting at dovetail
Stack: TiAlCrN 2 µm + a-C:H 200 nm
Outcome: Wear scar < 5 µm after 1 000 h; maintenance interval doubled

Case 2 – EV Motor Lamination Die

Client: US EV Tier-1, 2024
Challenge: 0.35 mm electrical steel sticking at 400 °C
Stack: CrAlON 1.8 µm + a-C:H 50 nm
Outcome: Tool life 4× longer, scrap −40 %

Case 3 – Medical Drill

Client: US MedTech startup, 2024
Challenge: 316L needs CE-compliant low-friction finish
Stack: ta-C 300 nm + Cr 30 nm adhesion
Outcome: Penetration force −25 %, CE mark granted

5. Global Standards & Sustainability

ISO 9001:2015 / IATF 16949 / ISO 13485
REACH, RoHS, FDA 21 CFR §175.300
Energy: 0.45 kWh per m²
Waste: Zero liquid effluent

6. 7-Day Delivery Timeline

Milestone Lead Time DFM + Quote 24 h Prototype (1–10 pcs) 48 h Validation (CT, salt-spray) 5 days Mass Production 7–10 days Door-to-Door Delivery 12 days total