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From high-performance race engines to precision drivetrain components, ACT coatings optimize how automotive parts wear, move, and resist the elements. Trusted by shops and OEMs, our coatings are performance-approved.
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Coating Services

ACT provides a variety of AlTiN coating for automotive manufacturing tools, delivering modern and cleaner alternatives. The coatings provide significant benefits to manufacturing components, increasing durability and improving performance and efficiency.

ACT offers the ideal coatings for the to allow for the best surface coverage. The coating techniques will improve the hardness and resistance to oxidation as well as wear and tear. Testing occurs throughout the process to ensure a consistent and quality finish. 

ACT offers a variety of coating options, including Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) and Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC, which enhances the strength of automotive components. Our automotive PVD coating services reduce the need for repairs or replacements by improving resistance to wear, friction, and corrosion.

In the past, ACT has successfully been working with Warren Johnsons Nascar team and coated the gears in his gearbox. 

 

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PVD Coatings for Automotive Components and Manufacturing Tools

Our automotive PVD coating services improve the performance and durability of powertrain components, drivetrain assemblies, valve-train parts, and the manufacturing tools used to produce them. AlTiN coating for automotive manufacturing tools provides hardness of 3,400 to 3,600 HV with oxidation resistance up to 700°C, extending the life of carbide end mills, drills, and inserts used to machine engine blocks, transmission housings, and precision automotive parts. For components exposed to even higher temperatures during dry or high-speed machining, TiAlN high-temperature coating for automotive applications reaches HV 3,300 at the same 700°C ceiling. On finished automotive parts like bearings, piston pins, and gear surfaces, DLC coatings reduce friction to a COF of 0.05 to 0.1, lowering energy loss at every sliding and rotating interface. ACT applies these coatings under ISO 9001:2015 quality controls with documented inspection and traceability.

20+ Coating Options

Up to 3,600 HV Hardness

0.05 – 0.1 COF Low Friction

Coating Advantages

The PVD coatings provide many advantages for automotive components including:

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  • Increased resistance to prevent wear and corrosion
  • Improved friction which allows the parts to slide smoothly
  • Increased durability of components to improve the overall life of the components
  • Reduced energy losses of valve training components and engine bearings
  • Improved engine efficiency and performance
  • Develop the rich coated appearance
  • Environmentally-friendly by reducing carbon emissions and improving fuel efficiency
  • TiAlN high temperature coating for automotive applications enhances component longevity in extreme operating conditions.

Recommended Coatings for Automotive

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ALTISIN
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NACO-Blue

The hardness of the coatings allows for the reduction of lubrication, heat conduction, and protection from wear. ACT coatings save overall machining costs by increasing the efficiency of your tools and parts allowing for higher cutting speeds and feed. Your productivity will increase as you will spend less time on tool changes as a result of the extended tool life.

We provide a variety of coatings for cutting tools and these coatings come in an assortment of color options.

Who We Are

As one of the largest coating providers on the West Coast, Advanced Coating Technologies (ACT) offers applications that improve the surface properties of automotive components. We meet the highest industry standards, and our staff is experienced in the latest technologies. Our advanced coating solutions deliver advanced technologies for the automotive industry, protecting against corrosion, extreme temperature, abrasion, and component degradation, while also improving functionality, such as fuel efficiency.

We continue to enhance our coating technologies to meet and exceed automotive industry innovations. This would include the use of lightweight metals as well as expanding the use of coatings on various components to heighten their properties and performance. Our advanced coatings have evolved rapidly to improve and enhance the surface characteristics of your automobile components.

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PVD Coatings for Automotive Components and Manufacturing Tools

AlTiN coating for automotive manufacturing tools extending cutting tool life on steels and aluminum alloys with HV 3,400 to 3,600 and max operating temperature of 700°C

DLC coatings at COF 0.05 to 0.1 reducing friction losses on drivetrain bearings, piston pins, valve-train parts, and transmission components

TiAlN high temperature coating for automotive applications providing oxidation resistance and hardness retention for tools and parts exposed to sustained heat

TiCN (HV 3,500, COF 0.25) for forming dies, stamping tools, and gear surfaces subject to abrasive contact and moderate friction

Coating thickness of 1 to 4 µm preserving finished part tolerances without post-coating grinding

DLC Rainbow (HV 2,400) for external and visible automotive and motorsport components where performance and finish carry equal weight

ISO 9001:2015 certified process with documented quality controls and in-house testing

Substrate compatibility across carbide, HSS, tool steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and specialty alloys used in automotive manufacturing

PVD and DLC Coating Capabilities advanced PVD and DLC coatings designed for durability, wear resistance, and high performance

Extensive Material and Coating Testingin-house testing to validate hardness, thickness, adhesion, and performance under real-world conditions

Industry-leading research and development teamdriving innovation in coating technologies for automotive and motorsport applications

Customized finishes to match your performance and brand goalsfrom functional properties to appearance, we tailor coatings to your exact needs

Ph.D. Scientist on staffexpert guidance and technical leadership for complex coating challenges

ISO 9001 & AS9100 certifiedquality management systems ensuring consistency, traceability, and compliance

Trusted by performance brands and custom shops nationwideproven results and long-term partnerships across the industry

Enhanced Quality Control & Quick Turnaroundrigorous quality checks and efficient processes to meet tight deadlines

Frequently Asked Questions

What components benefit most from automotive PVD coating services in the industry?

Automotive PVD coating services are ideal for components exposed to friction, wear, and corrosion, such as engine parts, valve trains, and transmission systems, enhancing durability, surface hardness, and long-term performance in harsh environments.

Why choose AlTiN coating for automotive manufacturing tools under high-stress conditions?

AlTiN coating for automotive manufacturing tools offers excellent oxidation resistance and hardness, making it a reliable choice for cutting and forming tools in demanding production environments with high speeds, extreme heat, and abrasive materials.

How does TiAlN high-temperature coating for automotive applications improve performance?

TiAlN high temperature coating for automotive applications provides thermal stability and wear resistance, extending component life under extreme heat and high-load conditions common in engines, drivetrains, and other critical automotive systems.

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