What are the advantages of PVD coating over traditional electroplating?

What are the advantages of PVD coating over traditional electroplating?

PVD coating and traditional electroplating are similar, both belong to the category of surface treatment, both are to make a certain way to cover the surface of another material. The difference between the two is that PVD coating film layer and the surface of the workpiece have higher adhension, higher hardness of the film layer, better wear resistance and corrosion resistance, and more stable performance than electroplating. PVD coatings can be coated with a wider variety of films, can be plated out of a variety of more beautiful colors; PVD coating does not produce toxic or polluting substances.