New Technology of Surface Treatment for Mould Spring
Mould springs are an important part of molding tools widely used in tooling industry. Good surface treatment is an important factor for mould springs to perform its function properly. The development of new technologies in surface treatment of mould springs is therefore of great importance. This research paper will examine some new technologies in surface treatment of mould springs.
The first technology being examined is of ion-plating technology. This technology is used to provide mold springs with a more uniform and adherent coating than traditional coating methods like electroplating. This process involves spraying a solution of ions of the desired metal onto the surface of the spring. The ions bind to the surface to form a thin, but uniform coating of the desired metal. Ion plating is beneficial as it is more cost-effective than other coating methods and produces a more uniform coating.
Another new technology that has been developed for the surface treatment of mould springs is aluminizing. This is a coating technology for metallic mould springs. The process involves a mechanical or chemical polishing of the spring’s surface followed by an oxide layer formation by electrolysis of the metal. The oxide layer acts as a protection from oxidation and improves the durability of the spring. Furthermore, aluminizing can provide a corrosion-resistant and decorative layer for metallic mould springs.
The third new technology for surface treatment of mould springs is chromizing. This process involves the use of chromium-based solutions that are applied to the surface of the spring to form an adherent and corrosion-resistant layer of chromium. This process offers an economic and reliable method of providing corrosion-resistance to the surface of mould springs.
Finally, diamond plating is another new method of surface treatment that has been developed for mould springs. This process involves the coating of a diamond-like layer of metal on the surface of the spring. This layer provides improved properties such as wear, corrosion and oxidation resistance, and an improved surface finish.
In summary, new technologies in surface treatment of mould springs can potentially offer economic and durable solutions for improved performance in tooling applications. Examples of new technologies include ion-plating, aluminizing, chromizing, and diamond plating. These new techniques are expected to show promising results in terms of increased performance, improved surfaces, and long-term durability.
