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Product Description:
Hex Bolts: Applications and Advantages
Hex bolts are widely used across various industries and products
due to their simple design, high strength, and ease of
installation. Below are some key applications and advantages of hex
bolts:
Industries and Products That Use Hex Bolts
1. Construction Industry
- Hex bolts are commonly used in structural steel connections, such
as bridges, building frameworks, and scaffolding. Their ability to
handle heavy loads and external forces like wind ensures stability
and durability in construction projects.
2. Machinery Manufacturing
- In machinery and equipment assembly, hex bolts are essential for
fastening mechanical parts in machinery such as lathes, heavy-duty
equipment, and assembly lines. Their high strength and durability
make them suitable for machines operating under vibration and heavy
loads.
3. Automotive and Transportation
- Hex bolts are widely used in the automotive industry for securing
critical parts like chassis, engines, and transmission systems.
Their strength and reliability help maintain the vehicle's
integrity under high-speed and heavy-duty conditions.
4. Home Appliances and Electronics
- Hex bolts are used to assemble and secure parts in appliances
such as air conditioners, washing machines, and televisions. They
provide reliable connections and ensure the overall stability of
the products.
5. Energy and Petrochemical Industry
- Hex bolts are crucial in wind turbines, nuclear power plants, and
petrochemical plants, where they are used in securing large
equipment and pipeline systems. Their corrosion resistance and
strength allow them to perform in harsh environments.
6. Marine and Offshore Engineering
- In shipbuilding and offshore platforms, hex bolts are used to
secure deck fittings, hulls, and equipment. Stainless steel hex
bolts, in particular, resist corrosion from seawater, ensuring the
longevity of marine structures.
7. Furniture Manufacturing
-Hex bolts are frequently used in the assembly of furniture such as
beds, tables, chairs, and cabinets. Their easy installation and
firm fastening provide stability and long-term durability to
household and office furniture.
Applications
PVD can plate CrN. TiN. TiAlCN. TiCN. TiAlN on stainless steel,
copper, titanium Zinc-aluminium alloys and other metals. Common
colours that can be plated are: gold, brass, rose gold,
silver-white, black, smoky grey, purple-bronze, brown, violet,
blue, burgundy, antique bronze, and so on, and we are able to
provide the required colours and qualities according to your
requirements.
Decorative Plating
Background: Decorative plating is used on a wide range of products
such as jewellery, watches, mobile phone cases and automotive
accessories to enhance their appearance and durability.
CASE STUDY: A gradient colour coating from gold to blue was applied
to watch bands and cases using titanium targets via PVD technology.
This application not only enhances the aesthetics of the product,
but also provides additional wear and corrosion resistance,
extending the life of the product.
Corrosion Resistant Plating
Background: In industries such as aerospace, automotive and
offshore, anti-corrosion plating is essential to protect metal
parts from corrosion and environmental attack.
Case Study: PVD coatings prepared using titanium aluminium (TiAl)
alloy targets are used for aircraft engine parts. The coatings not
only provide an attractive grey to purple appearance, but also
significantly improve the corrosion and temperature resistance of
the parts, thus enhancing the reliability and life of the entire
engine.
Wear Resistant Coatings
Background: Wear-resistant coatings are critical to improving the
durability and performance of tools, moulds and mechanical
components, especially in demanding industrial applications.
Case Study: A black wear-resistant coating was applied to a cutting
tool by PVD using a silicon nitride (Si3N4) target. The coating
significantly improves the hardness and wear resistance of the
tool, resulting in improved machining efficiency and tool life, and
reduced production costs.
1. Coating composition
The chemical composition of the coating material also plays a vital
role in determining colour.
Different elements and compounds have unique optical properties
that affect their interaction with light.
By varying the composition, various colours can be obtained.
For example, the addition of nitrogen produces a nitride coating,
which is harder and can take on different colours compared to oxide
coatings.
2. Coating Thickness
The thickness of the PVD coating directly affects the colour.
Thicker coatings absorb more light and therefore may be darker in
colour, while thinner coatings reflect more light and therefore may
be lighter in colour.
This property allows the colour to be fine-tuned during the PVD
process by adjusting the deposition time and other parameters.
3. Environmentally Friendly
PVD is considered an environmentally friendly process compared to
alternative processes such as electroplating and painting.
It does not emit harmful gases or waste products, making it a
sustainable industrial option.
In addition, the process does not affect the recyclability of the
coating material, which is beneficial from an environmental point
of view.
| 1 | Anodizing |
| 2 | Sandblasting |
| 3 | Matt anodizing |
| 4 | polish 0.8 |
| 5 | Painting |
| 6 | Brush |
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