Aluminum Titanium Silicon Nitride (AlTiSiN)

AlTiSiN is a premium high-performance coating known for its extreme hardness and nano-composite structure. Designed for the toughest machining operations, it excels in milling, drilling, and tapping of hardened steels, high-temp alloys, and abrasive materials.

4200

HV Hardness

Moderate

Friction Reduction
Nano-Composite Coating
Combines extreme hardness with thermal stability.
Superior Heat Shielding
Maintains strength above 1000°C.
Ideal for Dry Machining of Hard Metals
Performs in HSS and carbide tool substrates.
Exceptional Abrasion Resistance
Ideal for hardened die steels and cast irons.

Technical Specifications

4200 HV
Vickers Hardness (HV)
0.45
Friction Coefficient
1100°C / 2010°F
Max Operating Temp
1–4 μm
Typical Thickness
Dark blue/black
Coating Color

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Performance Advantages

Tool Life Extension
Up to 300% improvement in cutting tool longevity compared to uncoated tools
Heat Resistance
Superior thermal stability with operating
temperatures up to 400°C
Wear Protection
Exceptional abrasion and adhesive wear resistance in demanding applications
Key Advantages
Applications
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Extends tool life in hard and abrasive materials

Reduces crater wear and deformation

Boosts productivity in high-speed operations

Machining and Cutting Tools

  • Drills, end mills, inserts, and taps benefit from AlTIN coating for high-speed machining.
  • Extends tool life.

Aerospace

  • Used in tooling for high-performance alloys and composite materials.
  • Ideal for titanium and nickel-based alloys.

Automotive

  • Applied on components and tools that undergo high stress and temperature, such as engine parts and gear cutting tools.

Medical

  • Used on surgical instruments and orthopedic implants for durability and biocompatibility.

Die and Mold Making

  • Coating improves the performance of tools cutting abrasive materials like glass-filled plastics or hardened steels.
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High hardness: Ideal for cutting hard materials.
Performs well at elevated temperatures 1300F
Thermal stability: Superior to many other PVD coatings.
Low coefficient of friction: Reduces tool wear and improves cutting efficiency.
  • Steels
  • Cast Iron
  • Aluminum
  • Bronze
  • Copper

Commonly used on:

  • Drills, taps, and end mills
  • Forming and punching tools
  • Die components
  • Mold inserts
  • Fasteners and wear parts

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