“Plating on plastics” is a term used to describe the decorative or functional application of metal onto plastic substrates using the process of electroplating. Before plastics can be electroplated they first need to be metalized. This is achieved by etching the surface (to provide a tough bond) and coating the roughened surface with traces of a precious metal. This precious metal provides the 'seeds' for deposited of a thin layer of nickel or copper by electroless deposition.
Etching is achieved in a strongly acidic solution to which special wetter's to reduce surface tension are added. The acid is neutralized, before the precious metal is laid onto the surface. Typically nickel is used at the electroless stage. However when large components are plated, copper is recommended due to its higher conductivity.
.
Request A Quote Back
Advantages
Ultra High Levelling System
Exceptional Low Current Density Brightness
Production Proven
Ductile Deposit
For Plating on Plastics and Zinc-based Diecastings
.
Request A Quote Back
ADVANTAGES OF TRIVALENT CHROMIUM
NEW PRODUCT - TRIMAC CP-200
MacDermid trivalent chromium plating systems are free of hexavalent chromium and PFOS compounds.
They will enhance the style and value of your products. Traditional or inspirational, MacDermid's "Fashion Finish" range allows you to...imagine more!
See your parts using new trivalent chromium colors...MacDermid's OEM team can show you how.
Not found what you are looking for? Then contact us either via our on-line enquiry form, our Disqus forum or by email.
.
Request A Quote Back
1
2
3
