Hyperlox®
Hyperlox is an ideal nanocomposite cutting tool coating for processing difficult-to-machine materials on a daily basis.
Created from 2nd generation AITiN supernitride, this innovative nanocomposite coating increases both tool performance and overall machining capacity.
- Colour: Black; Microhardness
- Temperature (°C): 3,700;
- Maximum Application: 1,100;
- Coating Structure: Nanocomposite
Case Study - 1
- Application: 2FL, Ø2.5 mm Tapered Endmill
- Part: Inconel Material - Turbine Air Slots
- Current Tool Life: 3 Slots (2100mm Total Length)
Speed - 3000 rpm
Feed - 175 mm/min - Failure Mode: Tool breakage
- Coating: Hyperlox
- Results: Niagara Tools Endmill coated with Hyperlox
Tool Life - 7 Slots (5600 mm Total Length)
Speed - 3000 rpm
Feed - 200 mm/min - Improvement: 260% increase in tool life
Case Study - 2
- Application: HSS Gear Hob
- Part: Flex Plate
- Measured Wear: 0.0183" (Standard Coated Hob)
- Failure Mode: Current tool wear reduces Hob life
- Coating: Hyperlox
- Results: Niagara Tools Reground and Hyperlox Coated Hob
Measured Wear Post Production - 0.0107"
Feed - 200 mm/min - Improvement: 40% decrease in measured wear
