- High Speed Steel tools life increased 3 to 30 times
- Carbide tools life increased 2 to 5 times
- Deposition temperatures as low as 480-840°F (250-450°C) protect carbide’s binder from deterioration, by comparison with the CVD process applied at more than 1,850°F (1,000°C)
- Isolates the tool from the part, avoids edge buildup and tool cratering
- Reduced friction against workpiece and chips, reduced spindle torque, less vibrations, better finish
- Speed and Feed increased 10 to 50%
- Reduces or eliminates cooling (with specific coatings)
- Repeatable, stable performance of the coatings between batches
- When required, our stripping procedures remove completely old coatings without attacking base steel
- Regrinding and recoating saves 25 to 75% on tooling costs
- 5-10 days batch turnaround
| Material to Machine | HID™-TN | HID™-TCN | HID™-CN | HID™-TAN | HID™-EX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum, Low Silicom < 10% |  |  | | ||
| Aluminum, High Silicom > 10% | | | | ||
| Copper, Copper Alloys | | | |||
| Ductile, Malleable Cast Iron | | | | | |
| Carbon Steel, 1000 Series | | | | ||
| Alloy Steel, 4 to 9000 Series | | | | ||
| Tool Steel | | | | ||
| SS Steel, 300 Series | | | |||
| SS Steel, 400 Series | | | | ||
| SS, PH Series | | | |||
| Titanium, Titanium Alloys | | | | | |
| Nickel, Nickel Alloys, Cobalt | | | |||
| Wood, Paper | | | |||
| Composites, Plastics | | | |
Recommended Highly Recommended