In the future, we want to have all of our tools coated!”
It ensures consistent coating quality across a wide range of tool geometries – from micro drills and inserts to large-diameter milling tools and saw blades.
An additional focus will be coatings for cutting tools in toolmaking,” explains Hendrik Alfter, Managing Director of Oerlikon Balzers, Germany.
In the future, we want to have all of our tools coated!”
They offer a versatile toolbox of functional solutions that cater to diverse industries and applications. These specialized coatings are engineered to provide unique properties and capabilities.
Hydrogen-free DLC coatings applied using the S3p process BALIQ CARBOS include tribological applications, high-end decorative parts, medical instruments and other small, precision tools.
Some common uses of cermet include: Cutting tools: Cermet is widely used in the manufacturing of cutting tools, such as drill bits, saw blades, and milling cutters.
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Customers benefit from longer tool service life and high-quality production output.
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