PVD coatings benefits are many. PVD can provide a lifetime of protection from daily cleaning, which adds durability and value to your product. Traditional electroplating of brass, nickel, and gold finishes require a clear coat that degrade with time and can easily tarnish or corrode. PVD requires no clear top coats that fade or dull. It is four times harder than chrome which makes it corrosion and scratch resistant.
Our PVD coatings have been shown to surpass 1200 hours of neutral salt spray and over 150 hours CASS on electroplated brass.
Why PVD?
Benefits of PVD technology
- Superior Wear Resistance
- Superior Corrosion Resistance
- Superior Chemical Resistance
- Low Coefficient of Friction
- Excellent Adhesion
- Brilliant Decorative Finish
- High Hardness (2nd to Diamond)
- Uniform Coating
- Will not Chip, Tarnish or Fade
- Low Maintenance
- Environmentally Friendly Process
Glitz PVD Coaters
Glitz PVD Coaters
Glitz PVD Coaters
Glitz PVD Coaters
Pros of PVD
Enhanced Durability and Resistance
PVD coatings are known for their superior hardness, wear resistance, and corrosion protection compared to other coating methods like electroplating.
Versatile Material Application
PVD can be used to coat a wide range of inorganic and some organic materials, as well as various substrates, offering flexibility in applications.
Environmental Friendliness
PVD processes are often more environmentally friendly than traditional coating processes, as they don’t involve harmful chemicals or byproducts.
Precise Control
PVD allows for precise control over coating composition and thickness, resulting in high-quality, uniform films.
Temperature Resistance
PVD films can withstand high temperatures, making them suitable for applications requiring resistance to intense heating, such as in solar power technology.
Low Friction
PVD coatings can reduce friction, leading to improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions in applications like automotive components.
Aesthetic Appeal
PVD coatings offer attractive, durable finishes that complement modern designs.
Scalability
PVD technologies can be scaled from small laboratory setups to large industrial systems, offering flexibility for different production volumes.
Cons of PVD
High Equipment Costs
PVD requires specialized equipment, leading to higher initial investment costs.
Slow Processing Speeds
PVD processes can be slower than other coating methods, impacting production throughput.
“Line of Sight” Process
PVD is a “line of sight” process, meaning that coating uniformity can be challenging on complex geometries.
Material Wastage
PVD can lead to some material wastage during the process.
Color Preservation Challenges
Maintaining color consistency and preventing color fading can be a challenge with PVD coatings.
Limited Substrates with Complex Geometries
Coating complex geometries can be challenging with PVD due to the “line of sight” nature of the process.