Aluminum anodizing is typically referred to by its three types. Type I is chromic acid anodize which is very thin. Type II is the conventional sulfuric acid anodize which can be decoratively dyed nearly any color. Type III, hardcoat anodize, is done under more...
There are numerous advantages to plating or anodizing certain parts and components. Plating and anodizing both limit corrosion, extend the usability of the part, insulate parts from electrical currents and more, but exactly which finish is being used vary based on the...
Mold coatings have always been a reliable solution to prolong the life of a mold. This only makes sense as continual use of any mold will cause it to wear, creating uniformities and requires injection molders to spend more time cleaning their molds — or replacing them...
Aluminum anodizing: Is an electrochemical process that makes aluminum more abrasive and corrosion resistant Stops the aluminum from corroding or turning white in the weather Provides military standard spec Mil-A-8625 Comes in a clear anodize coating and can be dyed in...
Comparing Release Coatings | Dura Slick, Nibore™, and Millennium KR In the injection molding industry, there are numerous coatings that may have similar properties. PFI’s most requested injection mold coating is a nickel base dry lubricant called Dura Slick – a...
