Ion Vapor Deposition (IVD) Coating Furnaces

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Ion Vapor Deposition (IVD) is an advanced vacuum metallizing process used to apply pure aluminum coatings to metallic components, primarily in the aerospace and defense sectors. uses an electrically heated aluminum source inside a vacuum chamber. Aluminum is vaporized, ionized and transported toward the part, forming a dense, uniform, and highly adherent metallic layer.

IVD coatings offer exceptional corrosion resistance comparable to electroplated cadmium without environmental hazards. The process also provides excellent surface coverage on complex shapes, threaded features, and internal geometries. Typical applications include aerospace fasteners, landing gear components, engine brackets, structural parts, hydraulic components, and EMI/RFI shielding parts.

SECO/WARWICK IVD systems integrate a vacuum furnace chamber, aluminum evaporation sources, power controls, fixture systems, and optional pre-cleaning modules such as Fluor Ion Cleaning (FIC) for surface activation.

  • • Environmentally friendly cadmium-replacement coating
  • • Uniform aluminum deposition on complex geometries
  • • Conductive metallic finish suitable for bonding and grounding
  • • High corrosion resistance without hydrogen embrittlement
  • • Fully vacuum-based, clean and controlled process
  • • Compatible with FIC surface cleaning integration
  • • Configurable chamber sizes for small parts or large aerospace assemblies
  • • Precise control of coating thickness and deposition rate
  • • Eliminates hazardous cadmium plating processes
  • • Excellent corrosion protection (aerospace-grade)
  • • No hydrogen embrittlement – safe for high-strength steels
  • • Uniform coverage even on internal surfaces and threads
  • • Reduced environmental and handling costs
  • • Strong adhesion and long-term durability in harsh environments
  • • Suitable for lightweight aerospace alloys and critical components
  • • Proven technology used across global aviation manufacturers

IVD aluminum coating is widely used in:

  • • Aerospace fasteners (bolts, nuts, rivets, screws)
  • • Landing gear parts and structural brackets
  • • Engine hangers and high-strength connecting elements
  • • Hydraulic and fuel system components
  • • EMI/RFI shielding parts and electronic housings
  • • Corrosion-resistant components in defense and marine sectors

IVD systems are used and certified by major aerospace manufacturers, with installations referenced in the uploaded catalog including leading aviation companies in Europe. Compatible with aerospace coating standards such as MIL-DTL-83488.

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