MICROPULS® LOTUS
What does the lotus flower have in common with the new RUBIG PVD Coating System?
The lotus flower has special surface properties that protect it from external influences. With the PVD technology, such protective and improving surface properties can be created.
The MICROPULS® Lotus PVD coating system was developed and built together with RUBIG Technology and RUBIG Industrial Furnaces in order to be able to offer our customers an innovative complete package.
PVD coating is a surface finishing process that ensures durability and aesthetics. Manufacturers from a wide variety of industries, such as medical technology or jewelry and interior design, therefore trust the expertise of RUBIG Industrial Furnaces. Discover the lotus effect together with us!
PVD Coating Equipment from RUBIG combines robust system design with expert support, ensuring stable processes, high uptime and reproducible coating quality in industrial use.
| Usable diameter | Usable height | Maximum batch weight |
|---|---|---|
| 500 mm | 600 mm | 500 kg |
| 900 mm | 1500 mm | 1600 kg |
The MICROPULS® Lotus PVD Coating System can be individually tailored to your needs and is expandable by various packages.
PVD Coating Equipment
ADVANTAGES OF THE MICROPULS® LOTUS
Perfect surfaces
Magnetron sputtering systems impress with their perfectly smooth layers and homogeneous layer structures. Droplets are a thing of the past.
Environmental friendliness
Compared to CVD technologies, no emissions (e.g. chlorides) are released.
High-performance plasma generators
Optimal processes are made possible by powerful RUBIG plasma generators.
Process control and regulation
The individual process parameters are individually adjustable.
Usable substrates
Metals, plastics as well as nonwovens, fabrics or filter materials.
State-of-the-art PVD Coating System
Very compact design of the chamber as well as upgrades via technology packages such as plasma monitoring.
MICROPULS® LOTUS
Standard coating systems
PVD TiN | PVD TiCN | PVD CrN | PVD CrN+O | PVD CrCN | PVD ZrN | PVD ZrCN | PVD MoS2 | |
| Type of layer | TiN | TiCN | CrN | CrN+O | CrCN | ZrN | ZrCN | MoS2 (a-C:H – MoS2) |
| Hardness approx. [HV] | 2300 | 2500 | 2000 | 2300 | 2300 | 2800 | 3100 | 350 |
| Operating temperature | <500°C | <400°C | <450°C | <600°C | <600°C | <600°C | <600°C | <500°C |
| Friction coefficient | ~0,5 | 0,1-0,2 | ~0,5 | ~0,3 | ~0,3 | ~0,5 | ~0,5 | ~0,04 |
| Coating temperature | RT-450°C | RT-450°C | RT-450°C | RT-450°C | RT-450°C | RT-450°C | RT-450°C | RT-200°C |
DUPLEX is possible yes/no: Pretreatment by nitriding or case hardening is possible, non-ferrous metals must be chemically coated with nickel.
The above-mentioned layer properties were deposited under ideal conditions. The properties of the component may vary due to the surface quality, size of the component, material and other general conditions.
For manufacturers who want more than just black
Deep-black PVD coatings for design and industrial applications
Deep-black PVD coatings give your components a premium, uniform appearance while combining it with excellent scratch and wear resistance as well as improved chemical durability. This creates surfaces that not only look outstanding but also deliver reliable performance under demanding conditions.
Especially on visible components in optical, design and precision applications, the deep-black coating produces low-reflection, visually calm surfaces and a clear increase in perceived value. At the same time, the dense layer structure offers reliable protection against UV radiation, weathering and corrosion. The result: durable, resilient surfaces that clearly set your products apart—both visually and functionally.
We achieve a deep-black colour value of L < 25 and can realise both matte and glossy finishes.
Coating is primarily applied to metal parts with decorative use. Typical applications include:
- Jewellery
- Metal parts for handbags and travel luggage (inserts, corners, handles, brackets, closures, pendants)
- Watch cases and bracelets
- Sanitary fittings such as taps and shower heads
Powder Coating vs. Deep Black PVD Coating
Innovative and Tailor-Made
With over three decades of technological leadership, we develop equipment solutions precisely tailored to your manufacturing processes. Consult with our experts to implement a solution that sustainably optimizes your production.
DI Stefan Haas
Head of Sales - Industrial Furnaces
PVD Coating
PROCESS
With the MICROPULS® Lotus, RUBIG customers implement highly effective PVD coating processes with which even fabrics can be coated.
Learn more about PVD thin film technology here!
