Difference Between Chrome, Nickel and Zinc Plating in Metal Finishing Process Proses

In industrial design, the electroplating process is often used, so what is electroplating? Electroplating is the process of coating a thin layer of another metal or alloy on the surface of several metals using the principle of electrolysis. It is a process that uses electrolysis to attach a metal film to the surface of a metal or other material to prevent metal oxidation such as rust, which improves wear resistance, conductivity, light reflection, corrosion resistance such as copper sulfate and others, and improves aesthetics and other functions.

Electroplating is divided into copper, gold, silver, chromium, nickel, zinc plating and other specific processes. In the field of industrial design especially galvanization, nickel plating, chrome plating, and zinc are the most widely used. So, what are the differences between the three methods? The following is an explanation of the three methods.

Zinc plating

Zinc plating refers to a surface treatment technology that applies a layer of zinc to the surface of a metal, alloy or other material for aesthetics and rust prevention.

Features

Low cost, general corrosion protection, silvery white color

Application

Screws, circuit breakers, industrial fixtures and more

Nickel plating

The method of plating a nickel layer on certain metals or non-metals by electrolysis or chemical methods is called nickel plating.

Features

Beautiful that it can be used for decoration, high price, slightly complicated workmanship, the color is silvery white and yellow.

Application

Energy saving lamp holder, coins and more

Chromium plating

Chromium is a kind of silver-white metal with a blue color. The method of coating a chromium layer on a metal or non-metal by electrolysis or chemical method is called chrome plating.

Features

There are two types of chrome plating: the first is for decorative purposes, with a brighter appearance, better abrasion resistance, less rust resistance than galvanizing, and better oxidation resistance. The second type is to increase the hardness and wear resistance of the metal part, which is the functionality of the part.

Application

Bright decorative parts in household appliances, electronics and other products for hardness are on faucets and others.

Duta Laserindo Metal has many application methods with the best features in the metal fabrication process including the finishing process. The finishing process can prevent metal oxidation such as rust so that it can increase the resistance of the metal. Contact us, if you need services in the finishing process or other metal fabrication with the best results.