Cutting Tool Coating

Coating on cutting tools is applied to improve their performance and extend their lifespan. The coating can provide a barrier against wear and tear, heat, and corrosion, which can help to extend the life of the tool. Additionally, coatings can improve the cutting performance of the tool by reducing friction and by providing a smooth surface finish on the workpiece.

The main reasons for applying coatings on cutting tools are:

  • Increased tool life: Coatings can increase the hardness and wear resistance of a cutting tool, making it more durable and less prone to wear and tear.
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  • Improved heat resistance: Coatings can help to dissipate heat more effectively, which reduces tool wear and improves the tool’s lifespan.
  • Increased lubricity: Coatings can reduce friction between the tool and the workpiece, which can improve the tool’s cutting performance and reduce tool wear.
  • Improved corrosion resistance: Coatings can provide a barrier against corrosion and can help to extend the tool’s lifespan in harsh environments.
  • Improved surface finish: Coatings can improve the surface finish of the workpiece by reducing built-up edge and smearing.
  • Increased cutting speed: Coatings can reduce friction between the tool and the workpiece, which can increase the cutting speed of a tool.
  • Cost savings: Applying coatings on cutting tools can extend the life of the tool, which can save money compared to purchasing new tools.

Coatings can be applied to a wide range of cutting tools and materials, including high-speed steel, carbide, ceramics, and other specialized cutting tools.

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Titanium Nitride (TiN)

Titanium Nitride (TiN) coating is a popular coating applied on cutting tools to improve their performance and extend their lifespan. TiN is a hard, wear-resistant ceramic material that is applied to the cutting edge of a tool through a process called physical vapor deposition (PVD). A versatile, general-purpose coating for cutting, forming, injection molding, etc. Ideal for moderately abrasive applications.

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Titanium Aluminium Nitride (TiALN)

Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) coating is a type of coating applied on cutting tools to improve their performance and extend their lifespan. Like TiN and TiCN coating, TiAlN is a hard, wear-resistant ceramic material that is applied to the cutting edge of a tool through a process called physical vapor deposition (PVD). A universal, high-performance coating for cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, turning and dry machining.

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Diamond Coated (DCC)

Diamond Coated (DCC) coating is a type of coating applied on cutting tools to improve their performance and extend their lifespan. The coating is composed of diamond particles, which are applied to the cutting edge of a tool through a process called chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or physical vapor deposition (PVD).