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    cathodic arc vs. sputtering
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    Sputtering vs. Cathodic Arc: Which Physi...

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    Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) is a general term used to describe several thin-film coating processes. Evaporation, sputter deposition, electron-beam evaporation, ion beam, pulsed laser, and cathodic arc are examples of PVD processes, with...

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    All That Glitters is Not Gold—But It May Be Gold PVD Coating
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    One of the most frequent questions we get asked about our decorative PVD offerings is if it is possible to match the appearance of real gold...
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    A Brief Introduction to Tribological PVD Coatings
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    Why use physical vapor deposition (PVD) to create functional coatings? Since civilization started creating tools, we learned that having pro...
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    Copper Alloys’ Antimicrobial Effects Make PVD Copper Coatings an Ideal Solution
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    Scientific evidence shows that certain copper metal alloys have antimicrobial properties.1,3,4,5 Studies have also demonstrated that when ce...
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    3 Compact PVD Coating Systems That Deliver Big Results [updated]
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    Benefits of In-House PVD Coating Equipment VaporTech President Dave Humenik: Speed production, reduce defects, avoid repackaging, reduce shi...
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    1 System, 2x Options for PVD Coating & Specialty Finishes
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    Manufacturing is complicated. Adding a PVD coating system shouldn’t be. “I’m afraid of investing in the wrong size system.” Do you need or f...
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