Electroless nickel

We coat steel, aluminum, and brass



Electroless nickel is a homogeneous and pore-free nickel-phosphorus alloy coating (NiP). It is characterized by its high resistance to wear. The level of corrosion protection is also very high depending on the electrolyte used and the phosphorus content.

The extremely even universal coat application guarantees the dimensional accuracy of the coat thicknesses. The finished surface is also conductive. Electroless nickel that can be soldered is additionally true to contour in the depositing process.

This coating enables an even coat thickness at holes, corners, and edges.


Advantages


  • Nickel-phosphorus surface
  • Corrosion resistance
  • Wear resistance
  • High chemical resistance
  • Low coefficient of friction
  • Soldering capability
  • Variable coat appearance depending on preliminary processing of the base material

Application areas


  • Automotive industry
  • Electrical industry
  • Mold and tool making
  • Semiconductor technology
  • Food industry
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Medical technology
  • Packaging industry

Examples


  • Milling heads
  • Shank cutters
  • Housings
  • Tools for mechanical engineering
  • Drills
  • Chucks
  • ...

Procedural variants

Low-Phos

For high wear protection

Mid-Phos

For good wear protection

High-Phos

For special corrosion protection

Partial coatings


Partially coating workpieces is crucial for special applications. This process means considerable additional effort, because a partial coating is always individual custom work that requires careful planning and preliminary work.

Areas that are not to be coated are carefully masked and therefore remain untreated.

We would be delighted to develop a concept for your order.


Thermal post-treatment


Thermal post-treatment can be used to increase the surface hardness and wear behavior of electroless nickel alloy coatings. This downstream process verifiably leads to improved coat adhesion.

The heat treatment (tempering) is carried out in a annealing furnace at temperatures up to 400°.


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