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Cutting Tools

In modern manufacturing, downtime is costly and precision is non-negotiable. ACT's coatings extend tool life, reduce friction, and optimize your machining operations, helping you stay efficient and competitive.

Coating Services

ACT offers you the ideal coating for your cutting tools, and we ensure quality when it comes to our coatings. We provide a variety of coating services, including Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) and Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coatings. 

Many of our DLC and PVD coatings can significantly enhance the quality, durability, and performance of your cutting tools. Our team can develop exclusive coatings that can exceed your and your customers' expectations. ACT has more than a decade of experience coating cutting tools, and our team offers a 24/48 hour fast turnaround with our delivery system.

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Coating Advantages

Cutting tools endure intense conditions—heat, pressure, and continuous contact with hard materials. Our coatings are designed to withstand these environments while maintaining sharpness and efficiency.

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  • Extended Tool Life

High hardness protects against premature wear, extending the operational life of your tools significantly.

  • Thermal Stability

Withstands the high temperatures of dry or high-speed machining without losing integrity.

  • Reduced Friction

Lowers cutting resistance for smoother cuts, reduced heat generation, and improved tool lifespan.

  • Improved Productivity

Enables higher feed rates and better surface finishes, ultimately increasing your throughput.

Recommended Coatings for Cutting Tools

TiN
AlTiN
TiAlN
ZrN
CrN
DLC
Warrior
NACO
NACRO
ALTISIN
TiCN
X-LC (MOS)
Quantum
NEXCEL
NACO-Blue

We match coating technology to your cutting material, operation type, and production goals.


  • AlTiN (Aluminum Titanium Nitride)

Excellent heat resistance for high-speed and dry machining operations.

  • TiCN (Titanium Carbo Nitride)

Enhanced edge retention and surface hardness for stainless and alloy steels.

  • DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon)

Ideal for non-ferrous and composite materials requiring dry machining.

  • TiN (Titanium Nitride)

A reliable general-purpose coating that balances performance and cost.

Who We Are

Advanced Coating Technologies (ACT) is one of the largest coating providers on the West Coast. ACT provides a state-of-the-art facility, high-end equipment, and an experienced team that you can count on. We have been SoCal’s premier service provider of surface coating technologies for more than a decade.

ACT has a long history of developing hard coatings to help increase the wear resistance of cutting tools. Our goal is to offer you quality services and advanced coating solutions. ACT offers 20+ coating options, which include custom coatings that are tailored for your cutting tool needs.

You Make It First, We Make It Last!

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Why Choose ACT?

  • PVD and DLC Coating Capabilities
  • Extensive Material and Coating Testing
  • Industry-Leading Research and Development Team
  • Customized finishes to match your performance and brand goals
  • Ph.D. Scientist on staff
  • ISO 9001 & AS9100 Certified
  • Trusted by performance brands and custom shops nationwide
  • Enhanced Quality Control & Quick Turnaround

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