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Protect Your Parts from Corrosion with Electroless Nickel Coating The process of electroless nickel plating deposits an even layer of nickel-phosphorus alloy to the surface of the substrate resulting in a material with exceptional uniformity. High phosphorus...

While most molders are likely to have a preference for specific types of plating, unfortunately, there is no universal coating that is appropriate for all applications. In fact, even the best or strongest coatings can be used irresponsibly. This inevitably leads to...

Injection molding is the most common method of plastic part manufacturing. When looking at potential applications for plastic molds, the possibilities are virtually endless. Injection molding is used to create a diverse collection of products, from something as small...

Aluminum anodizing is typically referred to by its three types. Type I is chromic acid anodize which is very thin. Type II is the conventional sulfuric acid anodize which can be decoratively dyed nearly any color. Type III, hardcoat anodize, is done under more...

Electroless Nickel Plating vs. Hard Chrome Using plating for a finish for a wide range of metal machinery and parts has many benefits that are well known. Plating helps protect that component from wear and damage from corrosion, increases the performance of that part...

There are numerous advantages to plating or anodizing certain parts and components. Plating and anodizing both limit corrosion, extend the usability of the part, insulate parts from electrical currents and more, but exactly which finish is being used vary based on the...

Military specification MIL-A-8625 is the model spec for many components that need anodized for the military and/or aerospace industry. The specification covers all the requirements needed for six types and two classes of electrolytically formed anodic coatings on...

Mold coatings have always been a reliable solution to prolong the life of a mold. This only makes sense as continual use of any mold will cause it to wear, creating uniformities and requires injection molders to spend more time cleaning their molds -- or replacing...

What is Hard Coat Anodizing? Extremely resistant to marine and atmospheric corrosion Contains a very high lubricity and resistance to flame Provides greater durability with a smoother finish Easier to clean and maintain Compatible with adhesives Sometimes referred to...

Aluminum anodizing: Is an electrochemical process that makes aluminum more abrasive and corrosion resistant Stops the aluminum from corroding or turning white in the weather Provides military standard spec Mil-A-8625 Comes in a clear anodize coating and can be dyed in...