Modern industries will utilize this form of processing, including aerospace, automotive, military, medical, RF microwave, space, electronics and battery manufacturing. This is an electrochemical process in which metal ions in the bath are bonded to the metal substrate by electrodeposition.
It can provide many important features and advantages for your products. Exploring many advantages of electroplating can help your business, improve the quality and beauty of the products manufactured, so as to improve the competitive advantage of your products in the market. Therefore, the following knowledge is recommended for every product engineer or designer to learn and master.
First, what are the advantages of electroplating?
Electroplating enhances or changes the power performance of the product. Depending on the use scenario of the product, the manufacturer may require better wear resistance, corrosion resistance, lubricity with lower friction, improved EMI/RFI shielding, temperature resistance, impact resistance, improved conductivity, improved solderability, reduced porosity, increased hardness strength, and thickness formation on small or undersized parts. ... Such as a variety of demands.
Of course, in addition to the mechanical and functional changes that can be made through electroplating, the overall beauty of the product's components is often important.
The following table lets you know what electroplating can do when designing and producing products
It can be attached with functions
Application Scenario Description
Benefits generated
Forming protective barriers
Many types of industrial plating form a barrier layer over the base of the billet to protect against atmospheric conditions such as corrosion. Coated parts can last longer, achieve less replacement, and can be used in extreme conditions.
Enhance appearance
Jewelry is often coated with a thin layer of precious metal,
To make it shinier and more attractive to potential buyers.
Manufacturers use cost-effective methods to make their products more beautiful. Jewelers can sell products that resemble pure gold or other precious metals at much lower prices.
Reduce friction
Nickel plating, for example, can reduce the build-up of friction in certain materials such as electrical connectors.
Nickel plating improves performance and reduces premature wear.
Conducted electric power
Electrical conductivity can be enhanced by electroplating silver, making it an efficient process for manufacturing electronic and electrical components.
This is a cost effective conductivity solution.
Absorbing excess hydrogen
Palladium plating can absorb the excess hydrogen normally produced in the manufacture of automotive catalytic converters.
This can improve the performance of the catalytic converter.
Prevent whisker formation
Zinc-nickel alloys can prevent the formation of whisker sharp protrusions known to occur in certain types of manufacturing operations.
Damage caused by arcing and short circuits in electrical parts and assemblies due to whisker detachment from the material can be significantly reduced.
Resistance to heat
Electroplating processes such as gold or zinc nickel can withstand extremely high temperatures.
These metal coatings extend the life of engine parts by protecting them from extreme temperatures.
Produce magnetism
Electroless nickel plating can often be used in magnetic applications, such as making computer hard drives.
Magnetism makes the disk easier to read.
Increase hardness
Electroplating is sometimes used to make brittle materials stronger and more durable.
The coating surface is not susceptible to damage when hit or dropped, which can extend its service life.
It absorbs light and energy
Electroless nickel black absorbs light and energy necessary for many manufacturing processes in the aerospace, automotive and aerospace industries.
It ensures compliance with Department of Defense guidelines and other industry standards.
Promote adhesion
Copper plating is the ideal solution for providing a base coat that facilitates bonding with additional coats.
It provides a smooth and even surface finish.
Increase the thickness
Palladium plating is becoming an increasingly popular choice for manufacturing processes that require extremely thick thickness.
It improves the overall quality and prolongs the service life of the substrate.
Prevent discoloration
Certain types of plating can prevent premature discoloration of certain types of metals and also reduce the likelihood of scratches.
Products such as silver retain their appeal and retain their value.
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