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ISO 9001:2008 Certification
13701 Excelsior Drive Santa Fe Springs,
CA 90670, USA
Phone: (562) 926-8455Fax: (562) 926-8322
E-mail: [email protected] Visit us at: www.pctcoating.com
IndustriesAutomotive | Cutting Tools | Dies & Punches | Food | Medical
ApplicationsTooling | Cutting Tools | Forming Applications | Component Wear Parts
CoatingsTiN - Z-Power® - ZircoPlus® - TiCN - Exxtral Plus® - Exxtral Silver® - Exxtral Rose®
Exxtral Black® - Sistral® - WC/C - Variantic® - Varianta® Supral - CrN/CrCN - Duplex Treatment
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PCT Coating Solutions is a premier PVD coating facility located in Santa Fe Springs, CA. We offer a wide-range of coatings for various industries including: Automotive, Medical, Cutting Tools, Dies & Punches and Food. We invested heavily on quality management systems to help our coating facility, earn ISO 9001:2008 certification, to assure ourselves that our high-quality standards are continuously met. At PCT Coating Solutions, we base our company’s success on our long-standing commitment to satisfy our customers’ needs, by utilizing the latest technology, introducing new coatings and providing excellent customer service.
Industries & Applications
Automotive
Cutting Tools
Dies & Punches
Food
Medical
MissionOur mission is to satisfy and fulfill the needs of our customers, by using the latest technology, providing high-quality products and excellent service.
VisionBecome the leader and most preferred PVD coating facility that delivers high-quality products in a short lead-time.
Our effort and dedication to offer quality coatings has enabled us to earn ISO 9001:2008 certification. PCT Coating Solutions’ certification applies to the following: “the physical vapor deposition, thin film wear and corrosion resistant coating for tooling, cutting tools, forming applications and component wear parts.”
PVD Coatings TiN® Z-Power® ZircoPlus® TiCN ExxtralPlus®
ExxtralSilver®
ExxtralRose®
ExxtralBlack® Sistral® WC/C Variantic® Varianta®
SupralCrN
CrCN
CoatingMaterial
TitaniumNitride
ZirconiumNitride
ZirconiumCarbo-Nitride
TitaniumCarbo-Nitride
AluminumTitaniumNitride
AluminumTitanium
ChromiumNitride
AluminumTitanium
Carbo-Nitride
AluminumChrominum
Nitride
AluminumTitaniumNitride
(w/additions)
Tungsten Carbide-Carbon
TitaniumAluminum
Carbo-Nitride
TitaniumAluminium
Carbo-Nitride
ChromiumNitride
Carbo-Nitride
TiN ZrN ZrCN TiCN (ML) AlTiN(stacked) AlTiCrN AlTiCN AlCrN AlTiN
(nanostructured) a-C : Me TiAlCN TiAlCN (ML) CrNCrCN
Micro-hardnessHV 0.05
2300 2800 3100 3500 3300 3300 3000 3200 3500 1000-2200 3500 3500 2000 2300
FrictionCoefficient Against Steel (Dry)
0.6 0.5 0.5 0.2 0.7 0.4 0.2 0.45 0.7 0.2-0.25 0.2 0.7<0.5
0.3-0.40.2-0.3
CoatingThickness* (µm)
2-4 1-4 1-4 2-4 1-3 2-4 2-4 2-5 1-3 1-2 2-4 2-4 2-6
ThermalThreshold
500°C 900°F
600°C 1100°F
600°C 1100°F
400°C 750°F
800°C 1470°F
800°C1470°F
800°C 1470°F
1100°C2012°F
900°C 1650°F
400°C 750°F
800°C 1470°F
800°C 1470°F
600°C 1100°F
Color of the Coating
Gold Pale Gold Pale Yellow,Rose Blue Gray Anthracite,
Dark Gray Silver Rose Slate Gray Anthracite(Black) Dark Gray Copper,
Old RoseAnthracite
(Black) Silver-Gray
Keycharacteristics
Standard, all-purpose
coating, biocompatible
Good wear and corrosion
resistance, biocompatible
Low frictionhigh corrosion
resistance,biocompatible
High hardness, good wear resistance, enhanced toughness
High hardnessvery goodoxidation resistance
High hardness and oxidation
resistance
High hardness and elasticity,low friction,
high oxidation resistance
High heat hardness, wear
resistance and oxidation
resistance
Extreme wear and oxidation
resistanceat high
temperatures
High lubricity, low tendency for adhesive
wear
Low friction, high oxidation
resistance
High hardness,very goodoxidationresistance
low friction
Low stress/good adhesion, high toughness and
corrosion resistance
PrimaryApplications
For use on cutting tools that are used for machining Iron(Fe) alloys and steels
Low-chemical reactivity against iron and steel
Metal forming
Plastic molding
Ideal for machining aluminum, brass, nickel, fiberglass, nylon and most polymer materials
Corrosion and adhesion resistant properties
Forming and punching - reduced cold re-welding
Medical applications - biocompatible & corrosion resistant
For use on carbide cutting tools, HSS and other materials below 450°C/842°F
Ideal for Aluminum Alloys with high Silicon(Si) content
Averts light metals from welding together
Excellent for non-ferrous applications
Applied to HSS cutting tools for high speed machining of steels
Ideal for interupted cutting operations of steels
Helps maintain the sharp edges and corners on the cutting tool
Excellent for metal forming (stainless steel)
Machining of hardened steel work pieces
For use on carbide end mills
High speed operations, semi-dry or dry machining
Metal cutting taskswhere other coatingsreach their limits ofthermal andmechanical load
For use on carbide cutting tools for machining titanium, inconel, stainless steels and cast iron
Machining abrasive and gummy materials
CrN surface reduces the cold welding tencency
Excellent for stainless steel and nickel-based high temperature alloys
Hard and copymilling
Interrupted cutting operations
Lubricated, semi-dry or dry machining
Roughing (stocking)with speciallyadapted ExxtralRose® coating(up to 7μm)
Intended for use on high temperature applications
Increased adhesion and advanced oxidation resistance
Excellent for cutting steels and high speeds, dry or semi-dry machining
Best choice for cutting under extreme conditions (hard, abrasive materials, high speed, dry cutting)
Machining of hardened steel (>54 HRc)
Inconel machining
Helps maintain high cutting forces and tool life
Precision components
Punching & forming, minimal lubrication or dry
Plastic injection & molding
Moving parts, dry
Coating for a wide range of carbide, cermet and HSS and other steels Machining under dry as well as wetconditions
Excellent for drillingin steel
Drawing, stamping, punching, forming tools for processing of high and low alloy steel
Coating for a wide range of carbide, cermet and high speed steel tooling Machining of cast iron and nickel-based high temperature alloys
High speed operations, semi-dry or dry machining
Excellent for drillingoperations in steel(up to 45 HRC)
Machining copperand other non-ferrous materials
Metal forming
Plastic molding (improved demolding)
Aluminum andmagnesium die casting
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PVD Coatings TiN® Z-Power® ZircoPlus® TiCN ExxtralPlus®
ExxtralSilver®
ExxtralRose®
ExxtralBlack® Sistral® WC/C Variantic® Varianta®
SupralCrN
CrCN
CoatingMaterial
TitaniumNitride
ZirconiumNitride
ZirconiumCarbo-Nitride
TitaniumCarbo-Nitride
AluminumTitaniumNitride
AluminumTitanium
ChromiumNitride
AluminumTitanium
Carbo-Nitride
AluminumChrominum
Nitride
AluminumTitaniumNitride
(w/additions)
Tungsten Carbide-Carbon
TitaniumAluminum
Carbo-Nitride
TitaniumAluminium
Carbo-Nitride
ChromiumNitride
Carbo-Nitride
TiN ZrN ZrCN TiCN (ML) AlTiN(stacked) AlTiCrN AlTiCN AlCrN AlTiN
(nanostructured) a-C : Me TiAlCN TiAlCN (ML) CrNCrCN
Micro-hardnessHV 0.05
2300 2800 3100 3500 3300 3300 3000 3200 3500 1000-2200 3500 3500 2000 2300
FrictionCoefficient Against Steel (Dry)
0.6 0.5 0.5 0.2 0.7 0.4 0.2 0.45 0.7 0.2-0.25 0.2 0.7<0.5
0.3-0.40.2-0.3
CoatingThickness* (µm)
2-4 1-4 1-4 2-4 1-3 2-4 2-4 2-5 1-3 1-2 2-4 2-4 2-6
ThermalThreshold
500°C 900°F
600°C 1100°F
600°C 1100°F
400°C 750°F
800°C 1470°F
800°C1470°F
800°C 1470°F
1100°C2012°F
900°C 1650°F
400°C 750°F
800°C 1470°F
800°C 1470°F
600°C 1100°F
Color of the Coating
Gold Pale Gold Pale Yellow,Rose Blue Gray Anthracite,
Dark Gray Silver Rose Slate Gray Anthracite(Black) Dark Gray Copper,
Old RoseAnthracite
(Black) Silver-Gray
Keycharacteristics
Standard, all-purpose
coating, biocompatible
Good wear and corrosion
resistance, biocompatible
Low frictionhigh corrosion
resistance,biocompatible
High hardness, good wear resistance, enhanced toughness
High hardnessvery goodoxidation resistance
High hardness and oxidation
resistance
High hardness and elasticity,low friction,
high oxidation resistance
High heat hardness, wear
resistance and oxidation
resistance
Extreme wear and oxidation
resistanceat high
temperatures
High lubricity, low tendency for adhesive
wear
Low friction, high oxidation
resistance
High hardness,very goodoxidationresistance
low friction
Low stress/good adhesion, high toughness and
corrosion resistance
PrimaryApplications
For use on cutting tools that are used for machining Iron(Fe) alloys and steels
Low-chemical reactivity against iron and steel
Metal forming
Plastic molding
Ideal for machining aluminum, brass, nickel, fiberglass, nylon and most polymer materials
Corrosion and adhesion resistant properties
Forming and punching - reduced cold re-welding
Medical applications - biocompatible & corrosion resistant
For use on carbide cutting tools, HSS and other materials below 450°C/842°F
Ideal for Aluminum Alloys with high Silicon(Si) content
Averts light metals from welding together
Excellent for non-ferrous applications
Applied to HSS cutting tools for high speed machining of steels
Ideal for interupted cutting operations of steels
Helps maintain the sharp edges and corners on the cutting tool
Excellent for metal forming (stainless steel)
Machining of hardened steel work pieces
For use on carbide end mills
High speed operations, semi-dry or dry machining
Metal cutting taskswhere other coatingsreach their limits ofthermal andmechanical load
For use on carbide cutting tools for machining titanium, inconel, stainless steels and cast iron
Machining abrasive and gummy materials
CrN surface reduces the cold welding tencency
Excellent for stainless steel and nickel-based high temperature alloys
Hard and copymilling
Interrupted cutting operations
Lubricated, semi-dry or dry machining
Roughing (stocking)with speciallyadapted ExxtralRose® coating(up to 7μm)
Intended for use on high temperature applications
Increased adhesion and advanced oxidation resistance
Excellent for cutting steels and high speeds, dry or semi-dry machining
Best choice for cutting under extreme conditions (hard, abrasive materials, high speed, dry cutting)
Machining of hardened steel (>54 HRc)
Inconel machining
Helps maintain high cutting forces and tool life
Precision components
Punching & forming, minimal lubrication or dry
Plastic injection & molding
Moving parts, dry
Coating for a wide range of carbide, cermet and HSS and other steels Machining under dry as well as wetconditions
Excellent for drillingin steel
Drawing, stamping, punching, forming tools for processing of high and low alloy steel
Coating for a wide range of carbide, cermet and high speed steel tooling Machining of cast iron and nickel-based high temperature alloys
High speed operations, semi-dry or dry machining
Excellent for drillingoperations in steel(up to 45 HRC)
Machining copperand other non-ferrous materials
Metal forming
Plastic molding (improved demolding)
Aluminum andmagnesium die casting
PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS OF OUR PVD COATINGS
*Depends on size of tools; for micro tools thiner coatings.
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PVD Coating Industries
AutomotiveThe Automotive industry is increasing its demand for advanced PVD coatings that can help reduce friction and wear. At PCT Coating Solutions, we specialize in PVD coatings that are ideally designed to reduce energy losses in valve train components and engine bearings. In addition, our coatings are suitable for aluminum, titanium and magnesium components. Furthermore, our premium coatings comply with the most recent economical and ecological automotive industry requirements.
Cutting ToolsPCT Coating Solutions offers a variety of PVD coatings for the cutting tool industry. In 2004, Precision Cutting Tools, Inc. integrated PCT Coating Solutions as their in-house coating facility, to better compliment their cutting tools. Precision Cutting Tools, Inc. has over 50 years experience in the cutting tool industry.
Our facility counts with quality management systems that earned our coating facility ISO 9001:2008 certification. In addition, we use the most up-to-date Cathodic arc deposition technology, to provide our customers with high-quality coatings that are specifically engineered to help achieve your machining objectives.
Cutting Tools• End Mills• Drills• Routers• Chamfer Mills• Specials
Cutting Tools - PVD Coatings Benefits• Low-thermal conductivity• Low coefficient of friction• Excellent wear resistance• Increased speeds and feeds• Advanced oxidation resistance• Biocompatible (medical)
PVD Coating Applications• Aluminum Alloys• Steel Alloys• Heat-Resistant Alloys• Hardened Tool Steels• Stainless Steels (Austenitic, Ferritic, Martensitic)• Titanium• Inconel, Monel etc.
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Food The Food industry is increasing its demand for advanced PVD coatings. At PCT Coating Solutions, we offer PVD coatings that are non-toxic and industry approved for contact with consumable substances. Furthermore, our premium coatings provide increased wear resistance and a longer component/part lifetime.
Dies and Punches PCT Coating Solutions offers advanced PVD coatings for die castings and punch tools. We specialize in PVD coatings that are ideally designed help reduce abrasion and wear, for longer part and tool life. In addition, our coatings minimize the need for expensive lubricants and tool cleaning, resulting in long-term cost savings.
Dies & Punches - PVD Coatings Benefits• High Hardness• Increased Wear Resistance• Enhanced Performance• Improved Surface Quality• Longer Part Life• Short Lead Time
MedicalPCT Coating Solutions specializes in PVD coatings that are biocompatible and suitable for medical devices and instruments. Our coatings provide advanced wear and corrosion resistance. They are engineered to withstand sterilization procedures and internal human body conditions. In addition, our coatings minimize friction and improve lubricity, resulting in sharper cutting edges (instruments) and in increased protection to the bone/tissue (devices). Furthermore, our coatings are aesthetically appealing, making them easy to identify.
Medical - PVD Coatings Benefits• Biocompatible• Low Friction• Enhanced Corrosion Resistance• Improved Performance• Aesthetically Pleasing
ISO 9001: 2008Our coating facility is ISO 9001: 2008 certified assuring consistent quality, production and delivery processes. These are factors critically important for medical equipment, as the coatings come in contact with the human body.
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Z-Power® CoatingZ-Power® coating is a PVD coating specifically intended for use on carbide cutting tools, HSS and other steels. In addition Z-Power® coating is ideal for machining Aluminum, Brass, Nickel and their alloys.
It has excellent corrosion and adhesion resistant properties; which are ideal for Aluminum applications. Furthermore, Z-Power® helps minimize build-up on the cutting edge, producing a smoother finish on the part.
Benefits:• High toughness• Low coefficient of friction• Excellent wear resistance• Improved corrosion resistance• Biocompatible(for medical instruments)
Applications:• Aluminum Alloys• Brass• Nickel• Fiberglass…and Non-Ferrous materials
TiN Coating
COATING PROPERTIES
Color GoldMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 2300Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.6 Max. temperature of operation 500°C / 900°FCoating thickness * 1-4 [μm]Structure Multilayer
TiNTitanium Nitride Ι TiN
Z-Power®Zirconium Nitride Ι ZrN
TiN PVD coating is commonly applied to cutting tools that are used for machining Iron(Fe) alloys and steels.
One of the most unique properties of TiN is its low-chemical reactivity against iron and steel. This attribute helps reduce the overall tool wear that is commonly caused by adhesion between the tool and the metal being machined. In addition, TiN coating consists of high hardness, high toughness and low-thermal conductivity levels; making it ideal for high speed machining of iron and steels.
Benefits:• High toughness• High adhesive strength• Low-thermal conductivity• Low coefficient of friction• Increased speeds and feeds• Excellent wear resistance• Biocompatible (medical)
Applications:• Iron Alloys• Steels (Carbon, Mild, Stainless, HSS)…and other Ferrous materials
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Pale GoldMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 2800Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.5 Max. temperature of operation 600°C / 1100°FCoating thickness * 1-4 [μm]Structure Multilayer
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
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ZircoPlus®Zirconium Carbo-Nitride | ZrCN
ZircoPlus® CoatingZircoPlus® is a PVD coating specifically intended for use on carbide cutting tools, HSS and other materials below 450°C/842°F. In addition, ZircoPlus® coating is ideal for machining Aluminum Alloys with high Silicon(Si) content.
Its chemical composition, ZrCN, averts light metals from welding together; which is excellent for non-ferrous applications. Futhermore, ZircoPlus® has both, higher hardness and wear resistance levels than the standard (ZrN) coatings.
Benefits:• High toughness• Low coefficient of friction• Excellent wear resistance• Improved corrosion resistance• Biocompatible (for medical instruments)
Applications:• Aluminum Alloys ≤8% Si • Gray Cast Iron• Ductile Iron• Fiberglass• Inconel• Nylon• Polymer Materials…and Non-Ferrous materials
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Pale Yellow, RoseMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 3100Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.5 Max. temperature of operation 600°C / 1100°FCoating thickness * 1-4 [μm]Structure Multilayer
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
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Exxtral Plus®Aluminum Titanium Nitride Ι AITiN (stacked)
Exxtral Plus® Coating
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Anthracite, Dark GreyMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 3300Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.7 Max. temperature of operation 800°C / 1470°FCoating thickness * 2-5 [μm]Structure Multilayer
Exxtral Plus® is a PVD coating designed for use on carbide cutting tools, HSS and other steels below 450°C. In addition, Exxtral Plus® is ideal for high performance machining of hardened materials.
Its chemical composition makes it high in hardness, a property necessary for cutting difficult-to-machine materials. Furthermore, Exxtral Plus® coating is corrosion resistant at increased temperatures of up to 1470º F; temperatures significantly higher than that of TiN.
Benefits:• High hardness• High oxidation resistance• Suitable for dry and semi-dry machining• Low-thermal conductivity• Increased speeds and feeds• Excellent wear resistance
Applications:• Steels (Carbon, Mild, Stainless, HSS)• Inconel• Titanium…and other Ferrous materials
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
TiCN CoatingTiCN is a PVD coating that is often applied to HSS cutting tools that are used for high speed machining of steels.
TiCN features high hardness and a low coefficient of friction; properties ideal for interrupted cutting operations of steels. In addition, TiCN offers enhanced abrasive wear resistance which helps maintain the sharp edges/corners on the cutting tool for maximum performance.
Benefits:• High hardness• High adhesive strength• Low-thermal conductivity• Low coefficient of friction• Increased speeds and feeds• Excellent wear resistance
Applications:• Steels (Carbon, Mild, Stainless, HSS)…and other Ferrous materials
TiCNTitanium Carbo-Nitride Ι TiCN (ML)
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Blue-GrayMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 3500Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.2 Max. temperature of operation 400°C / 750°FCoating thickness * 1-4 [μm]Structure Multilayer
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
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Exxtral Silver®Aluminum Titanium Chrominum-Nitride Ι AITiCrN
Exxtral Silver® CoatingExxtral Silver® is a PVD coating specifically intended for use on carbide cutting tools and the machining of abrasive and gummy materials.
Its chemical composition consists of a smooth CrN surface which reduces the cold welding tendency. In addition, the Exxtral® Silver coating has both, high hardness and oxidation resistance levels; making it ideal for cutting adhesive materials.
Benefits:• High toughness• Low coefficient of friction• Excellent wear resistance• Advanced oxidation resistance
Applications:• Titanium• Inconel• Stainless Steels• Cast Iron• High Silicon Aluminum
COATING PROPERTIES
Color SilverMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 3300Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.4 Max. temperature of operation 800°C / 1470°FCoating thickness * 2-4 [μm]Structure Multilayer
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
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Exxtral Black®Aluminum Chromium-Nitride Ι AlCrN
Exxtral Black® Coating
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Slate GrayMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 3200Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.45Max. temperature of operation 1100°C / 2012°FCoating thickness * 2-5 [μm]Structure Single
Exxtral Black® is a PVD coating specifically intended for use on high temperature applications. Its chemical composition provides increased adhesion and advanced oxidation resistance.
Exxtral Black® is excellent for cutting steels at high speeds (dry/semi-dry machining). It provides excellent wear resistance and helps improve chip evacuation.
Benefits:• High heat hardness• Excellent wear resistance• Advanced oxidation resistance• Increased productivity
Applications:• Stainless Steels• Carbon Steels• Alloy Steels• Cast Iron…and their alloys
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
Exxtral Rose®Aluminum Titanium Carbo-Nitride Ι AITiCN
Exxtral Rose® CoatingExxtral Rose® coating is high in hardness and thermal resistance. Exxtral Rose® is an extremely smooth TiAlCN-based multilayer coating that provides low friction; excellent properties for machining Stainless Steels and Nickel-Based Alloys.
Benefits:• Low coefficient of friction• High oxidation resistance• Resistant to chemical attack• Low thermal conduction coefficient• High elevated-temperature hardness
Applications:• Stainless Steels• Nickel-Based Alloys
COATING PROPERTIES
Color RoseMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 3000Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.2 Max. temperature of operation 800°C / 1470°FCoating thickness * 2-4 [μm]Structure Multilayer
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
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WC/C®Tungsten Carbide-Carbon Ι a-C : Me
WC/C® Coating
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Dark GrayMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 1000-2000Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.2-0.25Max. temperature of operation 400°C / 750°FCoating thickness * 1-2 [μm]Structure a - C : Me
WC/C® is a PVD coating that is often applied to tools, components and wear parts. In addition, its low friction and adhesion properties which are ideal for sliding/moving parts.
Its unique chemical composition, creates high lubricity which is excellent for dry or low-lubricant operations. Furthermore, our WC/C® coating can be used in high temperature conditions in the cutting tool industry.
Benefits:• High lubricity• Reduces friction• Excellent wear resistance
Applications:• Tools• Precision Components• Forming & Punching• Wear Parts• Injection Molds
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
Sistral®Aluminum Titanium Nitride Ι AITiN (nanostructured)(w/additions)
Sistral® CoatingSistral® is a PVD coating ideal for dry and high-speed cutting applications of hardened steel (>54HRc). Its nanostructured composition provides both high heat and oxidation resistance. Furthermore, Sistral® helps maintain high cutting forces and a longer tool life.
Benefits:• High heat hardness• Excellent thermal stability• Increased wear resistance• Improved corrosion resistance• Reduced tendency of cracks
Applications:• Stainless Steels• Carbon Steels• Inconel• Titanium• Cast Materials• Hardened Tool Steels
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Anthracite (Black)Microhardness (HV 0.05) 3500Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.7 Max. temperature of operation 900°C / 1650°FCoating thickness * 1-4 [μm]Structure Multilayer
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
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Varianta® SupralTitanium Aluminum Carbo-Nitride Ι TiAICN (ML)
Varianta® Supral CoatingVarianta® Supral is a PVD coating specifically intended for use on carbide cutting tools, HSS and other steels below 45 HRC. In addition, Varianta® Supral coating is ideal for dry high-speed machining.
Its chemical composition TiAlCN(ML), provides both high heat and oxidation resistance. Furthermore, Varianta® Supral provides a low coefficient of friction, reducing tool wear and resulting in a longer tool life.
Benefits:• High heat hardness• Low coefficient of friction• Excellent wear resistance• Improved corrosion resistance• Increased speeds and feeds
Applications:• Stainless Steels• Carbon Steels• Hardened Tool Steels• Titanium• Cast Materials• Inconel
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Anthracite (Black)Microhardness (HV 0.05) 3500Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.5 Max. temperature of operation 800°C / 1470°FCoating thickness * 2-5 [μm]Structure Multilayer
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
Variantic®Titanium Aluminum Carbo-Nitride Ι TiAICN (ML)
Variantic® Coating
COATING PROPERTIES
Color Copper, Old RoseMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 3500Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.2 Max. temperature of operation 800°C / 1470°FCoating thickness * 2-5 [μm]Structure Nanolayered
Variantic® is a PVD coating designed for use on carbide cutting tools, HSS and other steels below 450°C. In addition, Variantic® is ideal for high speed machining of hardened steels.
Its nanolayered structure consists of a TiCN layer that is high in oxidation resistance, excellent feature for machining at high temperatures (up to (1470°F)). Variantic® coating also has a low coefficient of friction; an ideal attribute for a longer tool life.
Benefits:• Low coefficient of friction• High oxidation resistance• Suitable for dry, semi-dry & wet machining• High hardness• Increased speeds and feeds• Excellent wear resistance
Applications:• Steels (Carbon, Mild, Stainless, HSS)…and other Ferrous materials
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
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Duplex TreatmentPlasma Nitriding
Duplex Treatment / Plasma NitridingDuplex-Treatment is a combination of plasma nitriding and PVD coating deposition processes. The plasma nitriding augments the surface hardness of the steel, which allows for increased performance of the PVD coating. The Duplex-Treatment gives tools a high polish, without altering the tool’s dimensions. Furthermore, Duplex-Treatment is ideal for forming of high strength steel sheets, hobs and dies.
Advantages:• Increased hardness• High wear resistance• Excellent adhesion• High-polish preserved• Increased surface pressure resistance• Dimensional accuracy of tools• Improved performance
Duplex Combinations:• Duplex - Variantic• Duplex - Exxtral• Duplex - TiCN• Duplex - CrN
CrN / CrCN CoatingCrN CrCNChromium Nitride, Carbo-Nitride Ι CrN CrCN
CrN is a PVD coating ideal for operations that require increased abrasion and oxidation resistance.
CrN features high hardness and a low coefficient of friction; properties ideal for machining non-ferrous materials, plastic moldings and forming processes. In addition, CrN has a low coefficient of friction against steel, which is excellent for sliding motions with little or no lubrication. Furthermore, its unique chemical composition allows for a thicker coating layer with superior adhesion.
Benefits:• High hardness• Increased wear resistance• Excellent oxidation resistance• Low coefficient of friction
Applications:• Machining (copper and non-ferrous materials)• Plastic Injection Molding• Demolding• Aluminum Die Casting• Forming
COATING PROPERTIES CrN CrCN Color Silver-Gray Silver-GrayMicrohardness (HV 0.05) 2000 2300Friction coeff. against steel (dry) 0.3-0.4 0.2-0.3 Max. temperature of operation 600°C / 1100°F 600°C / 1100°FCoating thickness * 2-6 [μm] 2-6 [μm]
* For micro cutting tools, a thickness of < 2 μm is recommended.
EdgeCut is a NEW manufacturing process for cutting tools, implemented to provide our customers with superior cutter performance. The EdgeCut process consists of adding a controlled radius on the cutting tool’s edge (also known as honing), to create an even and stronger cutting edge.
What isTM
TM
Stronger Edge. Faster Speeds. Longer Life.
Before After
Top Left (A1): Face of a coated endmill, prior to EdgeCut.Bottom Left (B1): Cutting edge of a coated endmill, prior to EdgeCut.
A1
B1
A2
B2Top Right (A2): Face of a coated endmill, after EdgeCut.Bottom Right (B2): Cutting edge of a coated endmill, after EdgeCut.
Why is
Necessary?
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EdgeCut has proven to be a key factor in the success of our cutting tools. Through our extensive testing, cutters with EdgeCut have outperformed tools without any edge preparation.
M a n u f a c t u r i n g I n n o v a t i o n
IncreasedCoating
Adhesion
Enhanced Chip Evacuation Stronger
Cutting Edge
LongerTool Life
ImprovedSurface Finish
on the part
HigherSpeeds & Feeds
ReducedCycle Time
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Benefits of
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An even and stronger cutting edge…
- Reduces the risk of edge chipping and cracking, resulting in a longer tool life.
- Increases coating adhesion, providing excellent chip evacuation and wear resistance.
- Dissipates stress and force focus, allowing for increased speeds and feeds.
- Provides chatter-free machining, leaving a smooth surface finish on the part.
We place particular emphasis on obtaining client satisfaction by:
• Responding promptly and accurately to customer inquiries and orders
• A constant pursuit of quality, value and reliability in the products and services the Company supplies to its customers
• Ensuring that management and staff are fully trained, to meet requirements of the business and customers
• Constantly striving to meet and exceed customer expectations
• Working closely with customers and suppliers to establish the highest-quality standards
At PCT Coating Solutions we have a Quality Policy in place, which ensures us that our quality standards are met throughout all phases of operation. We strongly believe that consistent high-quality PVD coatings, result in product reliability and customer loyalty.
Quality Control
To meet the specified requirements of our customers, we apply a quality management system in conjunction with other management controls. With the assistance of senior management, quality is encouraged as part of all staff members' skill base.
It is the Company’s policy to operate by ISO 9001:2008 standards continuously and to implement them fully on a daily basis.
We comply with all applicable legislation relevant to our industry includingall health and safety regulations, to help us continue to improve our management system.
ISO 9001:2008 Certification
