Hard anodizing pushes aluminum to its performance peak through a deep transformation of the surface itself. Components are immersed in a sulfuric acid electrolyte chilled to near-freezing, where controlled electrical currents trigger a reaction that converts the outer layer of aluminum…
You know aluminum? It’s a great metal, but to make it last longer and look better, there’s a trick called anodizing. Basically, you dunk aluminum parts into an acid bath and run electricity through it. This makes a thin, tough…
Mostly to keep the metal from going dark. Brass, copper—those change fast once exposed. So we add a thin layer on top. Could be gold, rhodium, depends. That layer blocks air, moisture, makes the surface hold up better. And for…
Anodizing gives aluminum a tougher, more corrosion-resistant surface using an electrochemical method. Anodizing Process： Aluminum workpiece → Mechanical polishing → Degreasing → Water rinse → Neutralization → Water rinse → Chemical or electrochemical polishing → Water rinse → Anodizing →…
Anodizing is how metal gets that extra layer of strength—and sometimes, a better appearance too. There was this aluminum part I saw once—it looked ordinary, but somehow felt more solid, like it had a bit of extra protection. Later I…
Final treatments applied post-manufacturing to engineer a part’s exterior layer. Performance: Block corrosion/wear (plating/anodizing) Tune friction (polish/texture) Boost/block conductivity (gold plate/anodize) Aesthetics: Texture control: Grit blast → matte, Polish → gloss Color application: Wet paint/powder coat Finish type: Brushed satin,…
We often overlook what happens at the surface. Yet in manufacturing, surface treatment stands as that critical step where materials gain their real-world capabilities. Surface engineering modifies substrate boundary zones, generating quantifiable improvements in service life, functional performance, and aesthetic…
Why We Need Metal Plating: It's key to modern life, providing essential corrosion protection, enhanced functionality, and durable aesthetics.
