Anodizing on aluminum frequently used in different application. Anodizing is great surface treatment, which is good for tight tolerance parts. And help to resist corrosion and increase surface hardness.
The perfect of anodizing is that you can choose different color for a variety of visual request.
Painting significant resistance to varieties of environmental concerns, which is an important form in the visual arts. a great painting work that makes your products in high level. The most interesting things are that you can choose any color that you prefer or tell us Pantone code.
There are many ways to provide custom printing and etching text and logo on your parts.
If you want to make the most precise and permanent marks, we suggest using etching & silkscreen. Follow is an example for reference.
For more plating details, you can check following plating list (The list is only for reference, if you can’t find some plating in the list, please contact us for more details)
| Item | Surface Treatment | Feature | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anodize ( Black /Clear) | Good for tight tolerance parts: will not change dimensions Corrosion protection Good for Bonding Non-Conductive | Boric-Sulfuric Acid Anodize Applications: Precision Machined Components Aerospace/Aircraft Components As a paint/prime base Sulfuric Acid Anodize Applications: Optical components Hydraulic valve bodies Military weapons Computer and electronic enclosures Mechanical hardware |
| 2 | Hard anodize ( Black /Clear) | Improved wear resistance Non-conductive Can repair worn surfaces on aluminum Improve parts surface for slide applications Can be black dyed; other colors less decorative Finish is harder than tool steel Can be ground or lapped | Valves Pistons Sliding Parts Hinge Mechanisms Cams Gears Swivel Joints Insulation Plates Blast Shields |
| 3 | Chromate | Tight-tolerance features | Grounding paths for electronic components Paintable surfaces for prime or dry-film lubricants |
| 4 | Passivation | Stainless steel does not have to be plated to achieve maximum corrosion protection. Provides a superior clean surface No rust discoloration of the stainless steel when in service. Passivated stainless steel will not react with other materials because of iron contamination. | Mixers, tanks, handling equipment, shielding, and fasteners and aerospace fuel system controls |
| 5 | Polish | Invasive surgical instruments and medically-invasive surgical instruments and bone plates. Removes impurities inherent in the machining/bending/welding process Relieves stresses in the part imparted by coldworking or machining | Medical implants & devices Food processing & handling equipment Pharmaceutical/laboratory equipment Gears & splines |
| 6 | Electroless nickel plating | Corrosion resistance Wear resistance Uniform coverage throughout part Tight control of deposit thickness No post machining needed | Valves Pumps Splines Gears Hydraulic Pistons Molds Cutting Knives |
| 7 | Zinc plating | Corrosion resistance Wear Resistance Appearance Lubricity Solderability | Military weaponry Medical diagnostic instruments Optics Tools and dies Aircraft components Machine components Electronics & computer devices Enclosures, chassis and heat sinks Mechanical assemblies |
| 8 | Chrome | Improved wear resistance Non-conductive Can repair worn surfaces on aluminum Improve parts surface for slide applications Can be black dyed; other colors less decorative Finish is harder than tool steel Can be ground or lapped | Valves Pistons Sliding Parts Hinge Mechanisms Cams Gears Swivel Joints Insulation Plates Blast Shields |
| 9 | Hard chrome | Corrosion resistance Wear Resistance Appearance Lubricity Solderability | Military weaponry Medical diagnostic instruments Optics Tools and dies Aircraft components Machine components Electronics & computer devices Enclosures, chassis and heat sinks Mechanical assemblies |
| 10 | Silver plating | Corrosion resistance Wear Resistance Appearance Lubricity Solderability | Military weaponry Medical diagnostic instruments Optics Tools and dies Aircraft components Machine components Electronics & computer devices Enclosures, chassis and heat sinks Mechanical assemblies |
| 11 | Gold Plating | Corrosion resistance Wear Resistance Appearance Lubricity Solderability | Military weaponry Medical diagnostic instruments Optics Tools and dies Aircraft components Machine components Electronics & computer devices Enclosures, chassis and heat sinks Mechanical assemblies |
