Tools PVD Deposition Equipment

PVD deposition equipment for tooling is designed specifically for applying hard coatings to cutting tools and precision molds.

It utilizes multi-arc ion plating and magnetron sputtering technologies to deposit micron-scale, ultra-hard functional thin films on workpiece surfaces within a vacuum environment.

Hybrid Coating Technology Solution
Combining multi-arc ion plating with magnetron sputtering, this system leverages the high ionization rate and strong film adhesion of multi-arc ion plating while utilizing magnetron sputtering to produce denser, smoother coatings. It is capable of depositing single-layer, multi-layer, and gradient composite coatings (such as TiN, TiCN, TiAlN, AlCrN, CrN, and DLC/diamond-like carbon).

Low-Temperature Ion-Assisted Cold Coating Technology
Equipped with a low-temperature ion-assisted source, this technology enables cold coating at room temperature, eliminating the need for high-temperature baking. It minimizes the risk of thermal deformation in the substrate, making it suitable for cemented carbide and high-speed steel tools, as well as compatible with certain heat-sensitive substrates.

Uniform Coating on Complex Workpieces
The combination of a multi-arc source layout within the chamber and a multi-dimensional workpiece rotation mechanism ensures uniform coating coverage on drill bits, taps, milling cutters, threaded parts, deep grooves, and specially shaped tools.

Chamber Structure
The vacuum chamber is constructed from SUS304 stainless steel, offering corrosion resistance and a low outgassing rate; chamber configurations can be customized for vertical or horizontal orientations.

Vacuum Pumping System
Complete vacuum unit of mechanical pump and molecular pump, stable vacuum level.

Intelligent Control System
An integrated intelligent control system featuring a PLC and touchscreen, process can be stored and recalled.

Coating Performance Characteristics
High coating hardness, strong adhesion between the coating and the substrate, and a low coefficient of friction.

Cutting Tool Industry
Carbide and high-speed steel milling cutters, drill bits, taps, reamers, turning tools, inserts, and broaches; suitable for coating and subsequent use in the machining of steel, stainless steel, high-temperature alloys, and aluminum alloys, as well as for high-speed dry cutting.

Mold Industry
Stamping dies, injection molds, and cold-work dies-enhancing wear resistance, anti-stick properties, and mold release performance.

Other Applications
Wear-resistant parts: such as automotive components (piston rings), precision hardware and medical instruments. Also can treated with DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) low-friction coatings.

The PVD coating machine for tool coating is a key equipment for improving the performance of core tools in modern manufacturing.

Its low-temperature deposition, high hardness, excellent bonding strength, good thermal stability, complex shape coverage and environmental protection characteristics make it widely used in cutting tools, forming molds (stamping, die casting, injection molding, etc.) and various wear-resistant parts.

By depositing high-performance hard coatings, it can significantly extend the life of tools, improve processing efficiency, improve product quality, and reduce comprehensive production costs. It is an indispensable part of modern efficient, precise and green manufacturing.