Low Phosphorous Electroless Nickel (Hard Nickel)
Composition of Deposit
Nickel 97% - 99%
Phosphorous 1% - 3%
Typical Physical Properties
| Specific Gravity |
Approx. 8.50- 8.60 |
| Hardness |
56 - 62 Rc as plated |
| Composition as Phosphorous |
Approx. 1 - 3 wgt% |
| Melting Point |
1260 - 1425°C |
Benefits of
Deposit
- Excellent Corrosion Resistance
- Excellent coverage with an Engineering finish
- Excellent Solderable Deposit
- Superior wear resistance to conventional platings
- Improved Lubricity
- Excellent Uniformity of Deposit
- Heat Treatable to increased hardness
- Repair holes as small as .020" in diameter
Hardness of Deposit
|
As Plated |
Heat Treated at Max. of 750°F |
Low Phosphorous E/N |
58 - 62 |
68 - 70 |
| High Phosphorous E/N |
48 - 52 |
63 - 65 |
| Hard Chrome |
61 - 63 |
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