Electroplating
HARD NICKEL
We plate sulfamate nickel on steel components to build up worn areas. Recently we have found that the nickel is very hard and almost impossible to machine properly. What might cause this problem?
Read MoreStripping nickel from Inconel 718
Could you please advise me of the best way to strip sulfamate nickel off of Inconel 718 base material? Is there a risk of damaging the part if it is stripped in 50% nickel due to the high nickel content of the base material?
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Cracked Chrome
We have a problem with our hard chrome plate. A customer has stated that the hard chrome we are plating has “too many cracks” and the cracks are “too deep.” Where can we obtain additional information on how to control the cracking?
Read MoreCQI-11 Assessment
Recently our company was asked when we will implement the CQI-11 Plating System Assessment Program. Before we can do anything we must find out what it is. Do you have any information on this program?
Read MoreMakeup of a Woods Nickel Strike
I am confused about the makeup of a Woods nickel strike bath. Some of the terminology that is used is different than the terminology I learned in my chemistry classes. Can you give me some help with this problem?
Read MoreNickel-Iron Pitting Problems
We monitor surface tension and keep the value below 50 dynes/cm. The bath is agitated vigorously using a low-pressure air blower. Do you have any suggestions on how we might solve this problem?
Read MorePlating Floating Plastic Parts
We are trying to plate small plastic parts that float in the plating solution. The parts have an electroless copper coat and must be plated with nickel and gold. We would like to barrel plate the parts rather than rack them. Do you have any suggestions as to how this can be done?
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New Finishing Technologies Taking Off
Trends in coating and finishing for aerospace and defense
Read MoreSulfate Nickel & Chloride Revisited
Is it necessary to have chloride in our sulfamate nickel plating bath?
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