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Sollex Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated Blades

Have you ever noticed the distinctive golden shine on some converting industrial blades or their cutting edges that seem to keep cutting material shift after shift? That yellow color comes from titanium nitride TiN, a special wear-resistant coating on the blade edge that extends the life of industrial tools. Sollex applies the TiN coating to its slitting knives, slotted razor blades, three-hole blades, injector blades, and custom-made machine knives, giving converters and packaging companies an easy way to reduce downtime while keeping cuts ultra-clean and food-safe.

All Sollex titanium-coated industrial knives and blades have “T” or “-T” in the article number.

Sollex knives & blades with TiN coating

Blade Type

Description

Slotted slitter blades

For film and foil slitting in high-speed industrial machines

Three-hole blades

Standard in packaging and converting industries

Injector blades

Compact blades for precise and delicate cuts

Machine knives

Custom knives for automated or manual cutting equipment

Utility blades

Trapezoid-shaped / hook / concave / snap-off blades for utility knives

Examples: 5T, 1-015-T, 2-020-T, 1-030-T, 9-065-T, 10PT, 9030-T, 16PT 

Durable industrial razor blades three-hole blades straight with titanium coated cutting edges for slitting plastic - Sollex

Sollex Titanium Nitride coating is a thin, gold-colored layer applied using PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) technology. This industrial coating provides a robust combination of hardness, thermal resistance, and low friction, making it ideal for coated razor blades and knives used in continuous production.

Specification of Sollex Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coating Material

Feature

Value

Color

Gold-yellow

Maximum service temperature

600 °C

Hardness (HIT)

30 GPa

Intrinsic stress

–2 GPa

Food-safe

Yes




Performance Benefits of TiN-Coated Blades

Sollex blades with Titanium Nitride coating on the cutting blade edges enhances the blade’s resistance to both adhesive and abrasive wear, making it ideal for cutting demanding materials such as plastic films, laminates, foils, and adhesives.

Super durable circular knife in tungsten carbide with titanium coating - Sollex blog

Feature

Uncoated Steel Grade Blade

Sollex TiN-Coated Blade

Wear resistance

Moderate

Excellent, coating protects edge

Friction level

Higher, risk of material buildup

Lower, reduces sticking

Blade life

Standard

Up to 4x longer

Cutting precision

Degrades over time

Maintained over longer production runs

Corrosion protection

None (carbon steel) or minimal (stainless steel)

High, coating forms a protective layer on the cutting edges

Edge strength

More prone to chipping

Higher resistance to edge deformation

Temperature resistance

Limited

Stable performance up to 600 °C

Compatibility with food contact

Varies

Yes, food-safe coating




Applications of TiN-Coated Cutting Tools

The use of Sollex TiN-coated blades leads to more stable production processes, cleaner cuts, and lower tooling costs over time. Whether in packaging, plastics, or industrial converting, the coating ensures blades stay sharper and more reliable.


Industry

Use Case Example

Why TiN Coating Matters

Plastic film converting

Slitting polyethylene, polypropylene, barrier films

Reduces friction and extends blade life

Adhesive tape production

Cutting materials with sticky layers

Prevents buildup, clean cuts

Food processing & wrapping

Film and foil slitting, often in contact with food

Food-safe, clean edges, no contamination risk

Laminates & multilayer films

Cutting through composite plastic structures

Coating protects edge against abrasive wear

Nonwoven & textile processing

Cutting dense or layered synthetic materials

Increases edge durability, resists snagging

Sollex TiN-coated blades are engineered for industrial environments where standard blades wear out too quickly or struggle with heat, adhesives, or buildup. These coated blades deliver the best results when cutting difficult materials or operating under continuous production conditions.




Recommended Materials to Process with TiN-Coated Converting Blades

Hook blade with titanium TiN coating on the cutting edge to cut roofing felt, cardboard - Sollex 10PT

Material Type

Example Products

Blade Type Commonly Used

Plastic films

PE, PP, PET, PVC, PIR, multilayer films

Slotted or three-hole blades

Foils and laminates

Aluminum, paper/foil composites

Slotted blades, injector blades

Adhesive-backed substrates

Labelstock, protective films

Three-hole blades

Flexible packaging materials

Food wraps, sachets, multilayer film

Machine knives

Nonwoven or fibrous materials

Technical textiles, hygiene products

Injector blades, machine knives

Construction materials

Roofing felt, linoleum, carpet, reinforced rubber, vinyl, adhesive material

Utility blades

These blades are especially effective in continuous and automated production, where reduced blade changes and minimal machine stoppages translate directly into improved efficiency and profitability.




Why Choose Sollex TiN-Coated Blades

Sollex offers industrial blades coated with a precisely controlled Titanium Nitride layer developed for professional use. Every TiN-coated blade is manufactured to tight tolerances and tested for hardness, surface adhesion, and dimensional accuracy. The coating is applied using advanced arc PVD technology and is consistently optimized for industrial applications.

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Feature

Sollex TiN-Coated Blades

Coating consistency

Uniform layer thickness, no flaking

Dimensional precision

Guaranteed blade geometry for high-speed cutting

Application-specific optimization

Coating tailored for friction, heat, or wear resistance

Quality control

Batch-tested for coating adhesion and hardness

Custom solutions

Coated blades available in standard or custom shapes

Customers across Europe rely on Sollex TiN-coated blades to improve output quality and reduce tooling wear in demanding industrial processes. The gold-yellow finish is more than visual; it signals performance that holds up under pressure. Whether you work with slotted, three-hole, injector blades or machine knives, Sollex TiN-coated blades offer the performance edge you need for modern industrial applications. Contact us at order@sollex.se for more information.

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