Can you build up a surface with Armorclad (TDC) on an undersized diameter or oversized internal diameter?
Armorclad (TDC) is not a heavy buildup process like hard chrome plating. Our maximum deposit is 0.00050 " per surface.

How uniform is the coating?
The coating is very uniform; the thinner the deposit, the greater the uniformity.

Can you apply the Armorclad (TDC) coating to an internal diameter or pocket?
We can coat most internal diameters, through holes, blind holes and pockets.

Can you mask off surfaces and selectively apply the Armorclad (TDC) coating to only certain areas?
We can mask or plug most surfaces to protect them from being coated

How hard is the Armorclad (TDC) coating?
The Armorclad (TDC) coating is 70-72 Rc, but is very thin and cannot be measured with standard hardness tests. The coating is not a substitute for heat treating and performs best when applied over a substrate that is at least 50 Rc.

What materials can you apply the Armorclad (TDC) coating to?
Armorclad (TDC) can be applied over all tool steels, carbon, alloy and stainless steel. It can be applied onto some nonferrous tool steels.

Can parts that are Armorclad (TDC) coated be welded, ground, re-textured or repaired without removing the Armorclad (TDC) coating?
The Armorclad (TDC) coating should be removed before attempting to weld, grind or re-texture. Welding with the Armorclad (TDC) coating still on will create hazardous metal fumes and will cause a poor weld. Grinding the Armorclad (TDC) coating will create dust and fines that are hazardous to the operator and generate hazardous waste. Re-texturing cannot be done with the Armorclad (TDC) coating intact. It protects the surfaces from etching properly. See our MSDS regarding specific precautions and more information.

Can the Armorclad (TDC) coating be removed?
Unlike many processes, the Armorclad (TDC) coating can be removed to allow welding and repairs.

How can I remove or strip the Armorclad (TDC) coating?
We do not recommend removing or stripping the Armorclad (TDC) coating yourselves. We are equipped to remove the coating correctly and safely and dispose of the wastes generated.

Can you put the Armorclad (TDC) coating over hard chrome?
Armorclad (TDC) can normally be applied over hard chrome. Success is dependent on the quality of the hard chrome and its bond to the substrate beneath.

Can you apply the Armorclad (TDC) coating over titanium nitriding or other coatings?
Armorclad (TDC) cannot be applied over titanium nitride and other coatings. The Armorclad (TDC) will not bond to these coatings and the coatings should be removed before attempting to apply the Armorclad (TDC)

What is the temperature of the Armorclad (TDC) coating and will it cause warping, growth or softening?
Armorclad (TDC) is a very low temperature process. The maximum temperature parts are subjected to is 150° F. This low temperature normally will not cause expansion, warping or softening.

Should I disassemble my tool before it's shipped to Armorclad ?
Tools, fixtures, assemblies and molds should be dismantled into component parts before shipping them to Armorclad. This will allow us to fixture the parts more efficiently, achieve complete coverage and greater uniformity. It also prevents our solution from becoming trapped in an assembly which could weep out later and cause damage.

How long does it take to have the Armorclad (TDC) coating applied?
The Armorclad (TDC) coating process itself is relatively short compared to other coating processes. The short coating cycles help prevent hydrogen embrittlement. Our unique surface preparation techniques do take longer than the chemical and electrochemical methods normally used in the coating industry.

Can you Armorclad (TDC) coat a textured or fine-grained tool?
Armorclad (TDC) has been used successfully to protect a variety of grained tools from premature grain wash out and erosion. The extreme thinness (as thin as 0.0000250" ) of the coating mirrors the grained or textured finish and does not fill it in.

How does the Armorclad (TDC) coating effect gloss level?
The Armorclad (TDC) coating has proven to be beneficial in protecting the surface finish of molding components, which allows the molder to hold lower gloss levels on molded parts.

How can we obtain a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the Armorclad (TDC) Coating?
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available online. You can also call, fax or E-mail your request for our MSDS.