Surface Finishes & Plating
External surface plating is applied to components if the parts require a decorative finish or corrosion resistance. To help you select the best tooling and process design, we have listed out the different options along with an available filter so you see what plating is available to you based on your needs.
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Electroless Nickel
Unlike conventional electroplating, no electrical current is required for deposition.
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Zinc Plating with Trivalent Black Passivation
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Zinc Plating with Trivalent Yellow Passivation
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Copper-Nickel-Tin
Normally utilized to provide solderability to the base metal substrate.
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Brushed Satin Chrome
Satin chrome is a very durable plating used for its aesthetic appearance.
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Chromate
Chromate is a corrosion resistant process that is classified as a conversion finish, rather than an additive finish.
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Polished Chrome
This versatile finish provides corrosion protection and good wear life as well as beauty.
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