Forming

Unlike cutting tools, most shaping tools are still uncoated. The main reason for this is the larger sizes and complex shapes of the tools, which can make it challenging to ensure good adhesion between the substrate and the PVD coating. Nevertheless, in recent times, coating methods and types of coatings with excellent tribological properties have been established, which significantly improve the adhesion (forming of aluminum alloys and stainless steel) and abrasion (high-strength steels) wear resistance of forming tools.

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Forming operation Workpiece material Sheet thickness
TiCN-MP

TiCN-MP

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Advantages
Properties
Applications
Advantages
  • Low coefficient of friction → Enables better material glide on the tool
  • Gradient type of coating → The coating is very flexible on the surface of the tool, but harder on the inside
  • High coating hardness → The tool protects against wear and significantly extends its service life
Properties
  • Based on TiCN
  • Color:  / orange-purple
  • Nano hardness: 36+-2 GPa
  • Maximum processing temperature > 400°C
Applications
  • Forming of sheet metal with lower tensile strength
  • Cutting and punching of sheet metal
  • Injection molding of plastic materials
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