Precision Tool Coatings

Selecting the right coating can significantly improve the performance, durability, and service life of your broaching tools. At Custom Keyways, we work with a network of trusted coating specialists to provide a wide range of premium PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) and specialty tool coatings for new and reground tooling.

While we do not perform coatings in-house, we manage the entire process—from recommending the most suitable coating for your application to coordinating with industry-leading coating providers. This ensures every tool receives the coating best suited for its material, cutting conditions, and production requirements.

Expert Coating Recommendations

Every machining application is different. Factors such as workpiece material, cutting speed, production volume, lubrication, and operating temperature all influence coating performance.

Our experienced team evaluates your application and recommends the coating that will deliver the best combination of:

• Increased tool life

• Improved wear resistance

• Reduced friction

• Better surface finishes

• Enhanced heat resistance

• Lower tooling costs

• Increased production efficiency

Whether you're manufacturing new tooling or restoring an existing broach, we'll help ensure your investment performs at its best.

Coating Options

Custom Keyways can provide virtually any industrial tool coating through our trusted partners, including:

TiN (Titanium Nitride)

A versatile, general-purpose coating that reduces friction while improving wear resistance and chip flow. TiN is an excellent choice for many steel and non-ferrous machining applications.

TiCN (Titanium Carbonitride)

TiCN provides increased hardness and excellent abrasion resistance, making it ideal for machining tougher or more abrasive materials. It offers longer tool life in many high-production applications.

Dyna Blue TiCN

Dyna Blue TiCN combines the wear resistance of TiCN with enhanced lubricity and durability, making it an excellent choice for demanding production environments where consistent performance is critical.

Alcrona Pro®

Alcrona Pro is a premium high-performance PVD coating designed for difficult machining applications. Its exceptional heat resistance and wear protection help maximize tool life while maintaining excellent cutting performance.

Additional Specialty Coatings

Through our coating partners, we also have access to a wide range of advanced coatings for specialized materials and machining conditions. If your application requires enhanced wear resistance, extreme heat protection, or maximum production life, we'll recommend the coating best suited to your process.

Coating for New & Reground Tools

Coatings can be applied to both newly manufactured and resharpened or reground broaches. Applying a fresh coating after regrinding helps restore wear resistance and maximize the service life of your tooling.

Our team coordinates the entire process to ensure your tools are properly prepared, coated, inspected, and returned ready for production.

Your Trusted Tooling Partner

At Custom Keyways, our goal is to provide complete broaching solutions—not just tooling. By working with leading coating providers, we ensure our customers receive the most appropriate coating technology for every application.

Whether you're ordering a new keyway broach, keyseater broach, flat broach, pot broaching tool, or sending existing tooling for sharpening and recoating, we'll help you choose the right coating to maximize performance, productivity, and tool life.

Contact Custom Keyways today to discuss your application and receive expert recommendations on the best coating for your broaching tools.