TiN PVD
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TiN PVD coatings provide exceptional wear resistance, low friction, and extended tool life for machining, metal forming, and wear components.
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Titanium Nitride (TiN) was the first commercially successful PVD coating and remains one of the most versatile and widely used coatings in modern manufacturing. Its combination of dependable wear resistance, low friction, attractive gold appearance, and economical cost make TiN an excellent general-purpose coating for a broad range of machining, forming, and wear applications.
North Star Coating recommends TiN for low-speed machining, metal forming, punches, dies, wear components, and general industrial tooling. The coating can be applied at temperatures ranging from approximately 200°F to 900°F, allowing many finished tools to be coated without affecting their dimensional accuracy or heat treatment.
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TiN Coating Properties
TiN provides dependable wear resistance, low friction, and excellent all-around performance for cutting tools, punches, dies, and general industrial wear components.
Coating Color
Gold
Produces the classic gold appearance associated with Titanium Nitride while providing excellent functional wear protection.
Surface Hardness
2,900 HV
Provides dependable abrasion resistance and improved cutting-edge retention for general-purpose machining and forming applications.
Oxidation Temperature
Up to 900°F
Performs well in low- and moderate-temperature applications where dependable wear resistance is more important than extreme heat resistance.
Applications for TiN Coatings
TiN is an economical, general-purpose coating suitable for machining, forming, and industrial wear applications requiring reliable surface protection and reduced friction.
Low-Speed Machining
Provides dependable wear resistance for drills, end mills, reamers, taps, and other cutting tools used at conventional machining speeds.
Metal Forming
Reduces friction and surface wear on tooling exposed to repeated sliding contact while forming sheet metal and other production materials.
Punches
Protects punch surfaces from abrasion and edge wear while helping maintain dimensional consistency during high-volume production.
Dies
Improves wear resistance on die surfaces subjected to repeated contact pressure and material movement throughout the production cycle.
Wear Components
Extends the service life of industrial components exposed to sliding, abrasion, and repetitive mechanical contact.
General Purpose Tooling
A versatile and economical choice for manufacturers seeking a dependable coating across a wide variety of machining and forming applications.
Why Choose TiN Coating?
Titanium Nitride continues to be one of the industry's most trusted PVD coatings because it provides an excellent balance of hardness, wear resistance, low friction, and economical performance across a wide variety of cutting, forming, and industrial wear applications.
Proven General-Purpose Performance
TiN has been successfully used across countless machining and metal-forming applications for decades. Its combination of durability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness makes it an excellent first choice for many production environments where extreme heat resistance is not required.
Excellent Wear Resistance
With a surface hardness of approximately 2,900 HV, TiN protects cutting edges and working surfaces from abrasive wear, helping tools maintain their geometry and consistent performance over extended production runs.
Reduced Friction
TiN provides a smoother, lower-friction surface than untreated tooling. Reduced friction helps minimize heat generation, improves chip flow, and decreases sliding wear during machining and forming operations.
Low Coating Temperature
TiN can be deposited at relatively low process temperatures, typically between approximately 200°F and 900°F depending on the application. This helps preserve dimensional accuracy and the heat treatment of many finished tools and precision components.
Attractive Gold Finish
TiN's distinctive gold appearance makes coated tooling easy to identify while also providing a hard, functional surface that resists abrasion and corrosion during normal industrial use.
Economical Protection for Everyday Manufacturing
For manufacturers seeking dependable performance without the added cost of specialty coatings, TiN offers an excellent balance of hardness, wear resistance, reduced friction, and overall value across a broad range of machining, forming, and industrial tooling applications.
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Whether you're coating cutting tools, dies, molds, or wear components, our team can recommend the best coating for your manufacturing process.