Tools / Milling Cutters / Overview of Milling Cutters / Coated Cemented Carbide PVD

PVD-coated cemented carbide milling tools are designed to support a wide range of machining applications. These tools are produced through Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD), a coating process that applies thin, wear-resistant layers to carbide substrates. This method enhances edge strength and surface hardness while maintaining the sharpness required for precise milling.

PVD coatings are especially useful in applications involving lower temperatures or interrupted cuts, where maintaining edge integrity is critical. These tools are commonly applied in operations requiring high dimensional accuracy and surface quality.

Key Features

  • Thin, Uniform Coating: PVD coatings create a fine, consistent layer that preserves cutting edge geometry, ideal for high-precision applications.
  • Improved Wear Resistance: The coating helps reduce flank wear and crater wear during milling, particularly in alloy steels and hardened materials.
  • Oxidation Resistance: Enhanced thermal stability allows use at moderate temperatures, reducing the risk of chemical degradation during dry or semi-dry machining.
  • Edge Stability: Supports improved chip control and edge durability in operations with frequent tool engagement and disengagement.

Applications

  • Finishing and Semi-Finishing Milling: Suitable for achieving consistent surface finishes in alloy and hardened steels, tool steels, and stainless steel.
  • Interrupted Cuts: Performs reliably in operations involving irregular contact, where coatings must remain intact under varying mechanical loads.
  • High-Speed Milling: Well-suited for machining at high spindle speeds with reduced tool wear in temperature-sensitive materials.

  • KMG406

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    PVD coated carbide substrate for entry into high performance machining. Universal range of application for steel and cast materials up to 55 HRC as well as stainless steel.

  • KMG309

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    PVD coated carbide substrate for non ferrous materials. High wear resistance even in abrasive materials.

  • KMG555

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    PVD coated carbide substrate for hard milling application of steel (HRC 55–68), highest wear resistance and toughness for best cutting result.

  • KMG405

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    PVD coated carbide substrate for high performance milling application of steel (up to HRC <55), stainless steel, super alloy material and cast iron. High wear resistance and toughness for a wide application field.

  • KMG303

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    PVD coated carbide substrate for universal milling application of steel (up to HRC<=48), stainless steel and cast iron.

  • KMD401

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    PVD coated carbide substrate for high performance milling application of non-ferrous metals, CFRP and GFRP and organic materials. The DLC layer has very good wear protection and high thermal stability.

YBG212

ISO: P25 — P35, M25 — M40

PVD coated M25–M40/P25–P35 carbide substrate for steel and stainless steel. Especially for inner insert at drilling operation.

YB9320

ISO: P10 — P30, M10 — M25

PVD multilayer coated M10–M25/P10–P30 carbide substrate for finishing to medium application of stainless steel, super alloy and steel (grooving/milling). Optimized coating stability for higher wear resistance and thermal stability in a wide application field.

YBG205

ISO: P10 — P30, M20 — M40, S15 — S25

PVD multilayer coated M20–M40/S15–S25/P10–P30 carbide substrate for finishing to medium application of stainless steel, super alloy and steel (milling). Good wear resistance and thermal stability in a wide application field.

YBS203

ISO: S15 — S25

Turning and milling grades for processing heat-resistant materials. A special carbon substrate and the latest PVD coating technology enable a very good wear behaviour, high fracture toughness and high thermal stability.

YBG202

ISO: P10 — P30, M10 — M25

PVD coated M10–M25/P10–P30 carbide substrate for finishing to medium application of stainless steel and steel (milling). Good wear resistance in a wide application field.

YBS303

ISO: S25 — S35

Milling grade for machining titanium alloys. A tough carbide substrate and the latest PVD coating technology with increased impact resistance and high thermal stability.

YBG302

ISO: P15 — P30, M25 — M40

PVD coated M25–M40/P15–P30 carbide substrate for medium roughing application of stainless steel and steel (milling). Good wear resistance and toughness.

YBG102

ISO: S05 — S15

PVD coated S05–S15 carbide substrate for finishing to medium application of super alloy material, stainless steel and aluminium. Good wear resistance in a wide application field.

YBG101

ISO: N05 — N20

PVD coated N05–N20 carbide substrate for finishing to medium application in aluminium material. Coating only on the top face, in combination with the aluminium chip breaker, prevents build up edges and gives a smooth cut.