Zinc Plating
Zinc Plating Provides:
Click to enlarge- Increases the corrosion resistance of each part
- Prolongs the life of the basis metal
- Improves aesthetic value of the part
- Lubricity
- A good paint base
- Can be used for identification purposes when combined with chromates and dyes
Things to note:
- Corrosion resistance of zinc is comparable to cadmium
- Corrosion resistance can be increased with the use of chromates & sealer
ASTM-B-633 QQ-Z-325B
Click to enlarge- Type I - Without supplementary treatment
- Type II - With supplementary chromate treatment
- Type III - With supplementary colorless chromate treatment
- Type IV - With phosphate conversion treatment
- Fe/Zn 25 - SC 4 (very severe)
- Fe/Zn 12 - SC 3 (severe)
- Fe/Zn 8 - SC 2 (moderate)
- Fe/Zn 5 - SC 1 (mild)
Chromate Colors Offered are:
- Clear (Silver)
- Olive Drab
- Black
- Yellow (Gold)
- Red (small quantities)
- Green (small quantities)
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