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What's Electroplating?
Electroplating is a well-liked method for treating both metal and plastic elements. In this method, the thing to be plated is the cathode, a plating metal solution is provided and typically the anode is either a metal or an inert conductor. The metal coating that is applied is made very thin but sturdy through electrolysis.
Electroplating is mainly done to give the surface of the material new physical or chemical traits such as better electrical, magnetic or optical performance, toughness, corrosion resistance and the ability to be soldered.
Zinc plating, copper plating, and chrome plating are most commonly applicated types of electroplating.
Electroplating Options
| Electroplating Type | Price |
|---|---|
|
Zinc Plating
|
$ |
|
Copper Plating
|
$ |
|
Chrome Plating
|
$$
|
|
Nickel Plating
|
$ |
|
Gold Plating
|
$$$
|
|
Silver Plating
|
$$$
|
|
Platinum Plating
|
$$$
|
|
Palladium-Nickel Plating
|
$$$
|
|
Nickel-Tungsten Plating
|
$$ |
|
Silver-Tungsten Plating
|
$$$
|
|
Ternary Alloy Plating
|
$$ |
|
Electroless Nickel Plating
|
$$ |
Identifying the Quality of Electroplating Processes
The coating is thin (3-15μm), with a specified thickness tolerance of ±10%.
The surface coating thickness is substantial, at least 20-50μm.
The surface coating is consistent in every corner of the product, with high precision
The coating is uneven, with low precision.
The coating has good adhesion and does not peel off.
The coating has poor adhesion and easily peels off
The coating has good adhesion and does not peel off.
There is a risk of the coating peeling off when exposed to high temperatures
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Key Design Considerations for Electroplated Plastic Parts
Material Selection
Plastic materials should preferably be electroplating-grade ABS.
Defect-Free Surface
The surface of plastic parts should be smooth and free from any defects.
Avoid Sharp Edges
Ideally, the surface of plastic parts should avoid sharp edges.
Structural Strength
Plastic parts should have sufficient structural strength to avoid deformation.
Blind Holes
The depth of blind holes should be no more than half their diameter to ensure proper electroplating coverage at the bottom.
Fixation for Weak Structures
The product design should incorporate a reliable fixation structure to correct any deformation issues that may occur after plating.