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PVD Coatings

Multi-Layer ~ Physical Vapor Deposition

Increases cutting tool performance in terms of wear resistance, abrasion prevention, corrosion and oxidation at high temperatures.

Many of our tools are available in a variety of coatings which increase cutting tool performance in terms of wear resistance, abrasion prevention, corrosion and oxidation at high temperatures.

Based on PVD technology (Physical Vapor Deposition) and using Cathode ARC technology, we offer the highest standard of modern coating technology for High Speed Steel, M42 Cobalt and Tungsten Carbide.

PVD Coatings

Multi-Layer ~ Physical Vapor Deposition

ALCRO-MAX

High performance Coating from the PLATIT coatings family. It is based on AlCrN with a titanium addition. Triple coatings are deposited with 3 sections freely programmed in one batch. ALCRO-MAX has been engineered to give an optimum balance between the toughness of the core layer and the abrasion resistance of the top nano-layer. Titanium’s addition reduces the adhesive wear compared to conventional AlCrN coatings, also increasing the micro-hardness up to 3500Hv and stops the crack propagation through the coating.

Our case histories have shown ALCRO-MAX out performs ALTIN in multiple applications. ALCRO-MAX is recommended for a wider range of materials and exotics including high temp alloys, stainless steels, alloy steels, cast iron, high temp nickel base alloys, titanium alloys, hardened tool steel up to 50 HRc, and inconel. This coating has an excellent thermal and chemical stability. Which means it keeps its mechanical properties at very high temperatures up to 950°C. ALCRO-MAX has the best overall properties of any coating we offer and outperforms all generic coatings available on the market.

ALTIN

High performance coating for milling, drilling, and tapping. This coating works well in a wide range of materials and exoctics including high temp alloys, stainless steels, alloy steels, cast iron, high temp nickel base alloys, titanium alloys, and inconel. ALTIN is extremely heat resistant and can be used with or without coolant. It is exceptional in difficult to machine materials where adhesive wear is particularly high.

TICN

General purpose coating used for milling, drilling and tapping in all stainless steels, and a wide variety of other materials. This would be an option when ALTIN cannot be used, as in applications that can’t generate the speeds and feeds required for higher cutting temperatures.

ZRN

High performance coating for milling non-ferrous materials such as aluminum, brass and bronze applications. It prevents edge build up that is typical in soft and sticky materials. This coating allows for higher speed and feed rates as well as prolonged tool life. ZRN does not have an affinity for aluminum.

TIN

A general purpose coating for drilling and tapping in a wide variety of materials, and generally used in applications with lower cutting speeds.

HIGH PERFORMANCE CARBIDE END MILLS

VI-PRO is a High Performance, carbide end mill, that incorporates the ultimate in variable index geometry. Our flute configuration produces a harmonics shift, resulting in minimal chatter and an exceptional finish.

GENERAL PURPOSE CARBIDE TOOLS

Our fine pitch rougher is designed to remove maximum material with minimum vibration or chatter, while milling faster than conventional finishing end mills.

MICRO END MILLS - CARBIDE

With over 2400 carbide Micro End Mills in stock and ready to ship, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality, American-made Micro End Mills for all your micro machining needs.

END MILLS - M42 COBALT

Premium Quality, M42 Cobalt End Mills and Roughing End Mills

COUNTERSINKS

Premium Quality, Carbide Countersinks, Combined Drill & Countersinks, and HSS Machine Countersinks

Taps & Dies

Premium Quality Taps, High Performance Taps, and Dies

Twist Drills - HSS & M42 Cobalt

Premium Quality HSS & Cobalt Drills

Reamers - HSS & M42 Cobalt

Premium Quality HSS & Cobalt Reamers

ExacTek - An Exclusive Vallen Brand

Premium Quality, American Made. Carbide, Cobalt and High Speed Steel Cutting Tools