Overview
Electroless Nickel Plating is the deposition of a nickel-phosphorous alloy onto a metal substrate without the use of an electrical current. The electroless nickel plating process utilizes an autocatalytic chemical reaction to deposit a reliable, repeatable coating of uniform thickness. This uniformity of deposit eliminates the need for post-plate grinding. Electroless nickel demonstrates excellent corrosion protection, solderability, and lubricity. Electroless nickel effectively coats parts with sharp edges, deep recesses, seams, threads, and complex geometries.
Applications:
- Automotive components
- Aerospace Components
- Electrical Equipment
- Molds and Dies
- Food service equipment
- Gas and oil components
- Printing industry equipment
- Salvage
- Packaging and handling machinery
Electroless Nickel finishing options available:
- Medium Phosphorous – Best for appearance.
- High Phosphorous - Superior corrosion protection, most resistant to acidic environments.
- High Build, exceeding .0007
- Nickel Teflon – Increased lubricity and low reflectivity. Can reduce or eliminate the need for liquid lubricants.
- Boron
Common Specifications:
- MIL-C-26074
- MIL-F-14072
- AMS 2404
- AMS 2405
- MIL-STD-171
- ASTM B733
- ISO 4527
- ASTM B656
Common Substrates:
- Steel
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Stainless Steel
- Zinc Die Cast
- Hardened Alloys
