
Chrome
Chrome
Chrome plating is a process used to create decorative and functional finishes. These coatings can be deposited from hexavalent or trivalent electrolytes and are commonly applied over nickel-plated surfaces.
Key Features:
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Attractive Appearance: Chrome finishes offer a bright, appealing color.
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Hardness and Corrosion Resistance: Chrome coatings are known for their durability and resistance to corrosion.
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Wear Protection: For layer thicknesses exceeding 25 µm, chrome plating is referred to as "hard chrome" and is indispensable for wear protection, especially in hydraulic applications.
Common Applications:
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Plating on Plastics (POP): Decorative and functional coatings for plastic substrates.
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Decorative and Functional Metal Finishes (GMF): Aesthetic and protective coatings for various metal surfaces.