Precision Electrolytic Plating Solutions
From decorative zinc to hard chrome — we deliver consistent, high-quality electrolytic plating for industrial applications. Trust your parts to the experts.
Electrolytic Excellence
Precision controlled plating baths ensuring uniform thickness and superior adhesion on every part.
The Science of Metal Deposits
Electrolytic plating, also known as electroplating, is a process that uses electrical current to reduce dissolved metal cations so that they form a coherent metal coating on an electrode.
The process is used to improve the appearance, corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and other properties of metal parts. Our state-of-the-art facility maintains precise control over all plating parameters to ensure consistent, high-quality results.
Key Benefits
- ✓ Precise thickness control (±0.0001")
- ✓ Excellent adhesion to base metal
- ✓ Uniform coverage on complex geometries
- ✓ Superior corrosion resistance
Electrolytic Plating Applications
Zinc Plating
Cost-effective corrosion protection for steel and iron
Nickel Plating
Hardness and wear resistance for industrial parts
Chrome Plating
Decorative and hard chrome for extreme durability
Copper Plating
Undercoat and electrical conductivity
Electrolytic Plating Options
We offer a complete range of electrolytic plating services to meet your specific requirements.
Zinc Plating
The most common form of electrolytic plating for corrosion protection. Zinc acts as a sacrificial anode, protecting the base metal from corrosion.
- ✓ Blue zinc, yellow zinc, black zinc, olive drab
- ✓ Trivalent chrome topcoat available (RoHS compliant)
- ✓ RoHS compliant options available
- ✓ Hydrogen embrittlement relief baking included
- ✓ Salt spray resistance: 96-500+ hours
Nickel Plating
Bright and satin nickel plating providing excellent corrosion resistance, hardness, and aesthetic appeal for industrial and decorative applications.
- ✓ Bright nickel and satin (matte) finishes
- ✓ Sulfamate nickel for engineering applications
- ✓ High-thickness builds up to 0.010"
- ✓ Excellent ductility and low stress
- ✓ Available as undercoat for chrome
Hard Chrome Plating
Industrial hard chrome plating for wear resistance, corrosion protection, and restoring undersized parts to specifications.
- ✓ Thickness range: 0.0005" - 0.005"
- ✓ Micro-crack and porous chrome available
- ✓ Grinding and polishing services
- ✓ IDEAL for hydraulic rods, shafts, molds
- ✓ Rockwell C hardness: 65-70
Decorative Chrome
Triple-layer nickel-chrome decorative plating that provides brilliant, mirror-like finish with outstanding corrosion resistance.
- ✓ Bright nickel undercoat + micro-porous chrome
- ✓ Meets automotive and appliance specs
- ✓ CASS test resistance: 16-48 hours
- ✓ Salt spray: 96-200+ hours
- ✓ Various luster levels available
Our Process
Every plating run undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure consistent, reliable results.
Pre-Plating Analysis
We analyze base metal composition, surface condition, and determine the optimal plating specification for your application.
Surface Preparation
Multi-stage cleaning including alkaline soak, electrocleaning, acid activation, and rinse stages ensure proper adhesion.
Plating Process
Precise control of current density, temperature, pH, and agitation ensures uniform deposit thickness and brightness.
Post-Treatment
Trivalent chrome sealers, chromate conversions, and hydrogen embrittlement relief baking as required.
Quality Testing
Thickness testing (XRF or magnetic), adhesion tests, visual inspection, and salt spray testing when required.
Packaging
Proper packaging with separators, rust inhibitor paper, and clear labeling ensures parts arrive in pristine condition.
Industries We Serve
Our electrolytic plating services support manufacturers across multiple industries.
Aerospace
Fasteners, hydraulic components
Automotive
Fuel systems, brake components
Manufacturing
Dies, molds, fixtures
Hydraulics
Cylinder rods, pistons
Frequently Asked Questions
Thickness depends on your application. For general corrosion protection, 0.0002"-0.0005" is typical. For severe environments or wear resistance, 0.0005"-0.001" or more may be recommended. Our engineers will help determine the optimal thickness for your specific needs.
Yes! We offer trivalent chrome topcoats for zinc plating that are RoHS compliant and hexavalent chrome free. All our RoHS compliant options are clearly marked in our service catalog.
Yes, our rack plating system can handle complex geometries with proper fixturing. We maintain precise current distribution to ensure uniform coverage on all surfaces. For high-volume simple parts, barrel plating is available.
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Contact us today for competitive pricing on your electrolytic plating needs.
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