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Electroplating can offer a number of important features and benefits that can help you enhance your competitive position in the marketplace.
| Feature | Description | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Forms a Protective Barrier | Many types of industrial electroplating create a barrier on the substrate that protects it against atmospheric conditions such as corrosion. | Plated parts can last longer and need to be replaced less frequently, and are more likely to hold up under extreme conditions. |
| Enhances Appearance | Jewelry is often plated with a thin layer of a precious metal to make it more lustrous and attractive to potential buyers. | Manufacturers have a cost-effective way to make products more aesthetically appealing. Jewelers can sell products that look like pure gold or other precious metals at a much lower price. |
| Reduces Friction | Nickel plating can reduce the build-up of friction in certain materials such as electrical connectors. | Nickel plating improves performance and reduces premature wear and tear. |
| Conducts Electricity | Plating with silver can enhance electrical conductivity, making it a highly-effective process for the manufacturing of electronics and electrical components. | It is a cost-effective and efficient conductivity solution. |
| Absorbs Excess Hydrogen | Plating with palladium can absorb excess oxygen that commonly results during the manufacturing of catalytic converters for automobiles. | This can improve catalytic converter performance. |
| Prevents Formation of Whiskers | A zinc-nickel alloy can prevent the formation of sharp protrusions known as whiskers that can occur during certain types of manufacturing operations. | Damage caused by arcing and shorts in electrical parts and components due to whiskers breaking away from materials can be significantly reduced. |
| Resists Heat | Plating processes such as gold or zinc-nickel are capable of withstanding extremely high temperatures. | Plating with these metals protect engine parts and components from damage caused by extreme temperatures, which can increase their lifespan. |
| Is Magnetic | Electroless nickel plating is commonly used in magnetic applications such as the manufacturing of computer hard drives. | Magnetic properties make it easier for discs to be read. |
| Increases Hardness | Electroplating is sometimes used to make brittle materials stronger and more durable. | Plated surfaces are less susceptible to damage when struck or dropped, which can increase their lifespan. |
| Absorbs Light and Energy | Black electroless nickel plating absorbs the light and energy essential to many manufacturing processes in industries such as aviation, automotive and aerospace. | It ensures compliance with Department of Defense guidelines and other industry standards. |
| Promotes Adhesion | Copper plating is an ideal solution for providing an undercoating that facilitates adhesion with additional coatings. | It provides a smooth and uniform surface finish. |
| Increases Thickness | Palladium plating is becoming an increasingly popular choice in manufacturing processes where extreme thickness is required. | It improves overall quality and increases longevity of the substrate. |
| Prevents Tarnishing | Some types of electroplating protect against premature tarnishing in certain kinds of metals and also reduce the likelihood of scratching. | Products such as silverware retain their attractiveness and hold their value over time. |