http://www.metalfinishing.com/ Copyright Elsevier Ltd Intuitiv Ltd (www.intuitiv.net) Sat, 25 May 2013 21:05:17 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/_common/img/template/metal-finishing/site-logo.gif http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/1125/ The nano-crystalline Sn-Co-X(M13) plating alloy coating, intended as a alternative to decorative chromium, shows similar color and excellent corrosion. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/1125/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/1108/ As a knowledgeable metal finisher who understands the potential detrimental effects of both ionic and non-ionic residue, you can be the solution, not the source of the problem. Metal finishers who supply parts to electronic assemblers can be good partners by recognizing the importance of adequate contaminant removal. 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Both methods dissipate the stress that is formed from the interaction of intermetallic compound formation and the inherent structure of electroplated tin. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/734/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/612/ Electrodeposits of cadmium- and chromate-based inorganic inhibitor pigments in paint formulations are extensively used in the aerospace industry to provide long-term corrosion protection for high-strength steel hardware. In this work, an eco-friendly cadmium- and chromate-free coating scheme comprised of zinc nickel alloy plating, trivalent chromium- based passivation, followed by a primer based on polyaniline phosphate, is studied for its anticorrosive properties. Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/612/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/613/ This paper will describe the requirements for anodizing and sealing operations within Ogden Air Logistics Center (OO-ALC), as well as the sealing technologies that are available and a path forward to demonstrate/validate the most promising alternatives for the specific needs and applications of OO-ALC. Sun, 11 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/613/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/614/ SOLDERONTM BHT-350 bright pure tin, a newly developed electroplating process, is presented. The most notable characteristic of this MSA-based electrolyte is its capability to be operated at temperatures up to 50°C. 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Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/311/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/79/ Comprehensive test results have been presented for a new, patented gold post-dip treatment that significantly improves the corrosion resistance of nickel/gold deposits and contributes to the reduction of gold costs. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/79/ http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/80/ A promising alternative to chromate conversion coatings on aluminium is the trivalent chromium–based environmentally friendly conversion coating. This new trivalent chromium process provides high corrosion protection and good paint adhesion while meeting the stringent requirements of military specifications Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.metalfinishing.com/download/80/