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Electroless Nickel Plating Is The Choice For Coating Corrosion Prone Materials
Electroless Nickel plating creates a thin, uniform coating that offers superior protection against oxidation, along with moderate abrasion resistance properties.
45
Rockwell Hardness
10.5-12.0%
Phosphorus (wt)
1400°F
Max Operating Temperature
1.0 mil deposit, 1,000+ hours
Corrosion Properties
cal/cm/sec/C 0.0105
Thermal Conductivity
corrosion resistance rating
RELEASE RATING
ABRASION resistance rating
Additional Electroless Nickel Plating Benefits
The list of electroless nickel plating advantages encompasses a wide range of applications.
Application possible up to .003” thickness.
Outstanding protection against oxidation.
Moderate abrasion-resistance properties.
Coverage in the deepest details.
Why Electroless Nickel Maximizes Corrosion Protection
The properties of Electroless Nickel plating provide superior corrosion resistance without altering the surface finish of your mold. Use our Coating Comparison Tool to see how Electroless Nickel plating stacks up against other Bales coatings. Compare surface finishes and find the best solution for your needs.
A Real Electroless Nickel Success Story
See Electroless Nickel plating in action with a real Bales customer.
Before
After
““Reducing cycle time by 32% was huge —
an immediate ROI.” ”
Read our full case study for Phoenix Proto Technologies, a real Bales customer who saw an incredible reduction in cycle time with Electroless Nickel plating.
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Case Study: Electroless Nickel Effectively Coats Buoyant Part
A metal float ball manufacturer needed help after its long-time plating supplier went out of business. But plating buoyant parts is challenging. Bales stepped up to the task, developing a custom coating solution that reduced processing time and costs. “Bales was the only one who could come through for us. Others just couldn’t meet our needs.” - Jason Speer, President of Quality Float
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FAQS ABOUT ELECTROLESS NICKEL PLATING
Check out our FAQs to explore how Electroless Nickel compares to standard nickel plating. You’ll learn what makes it ideal for metal components, its benefits for various industries, and how it’s able to resist corrosion so effectively.
Electroless Nickel plating stands out for its ability to coat parts evenly without the need for an electrical current, whereas standard nickel plating relies on electrical conductivity. It creates a thin, uniform layer that enhances corrosion resistance and durability for shapes from simple to complex.
Electroless Nickel is ideal for metal components because of its superior corrosion and wear resistance. Thanks to a uniform coating, it reduces friction and withstands the elements of harsh applications, including aerospace and automotive. It also reduces maintenance costs because it doesn’t require electricity or constant filtration to prevent debris from sticking to the surface.
Electroless Nickel significantly reduces the risk of rust because of its exceptional corrosion resistance, especially in saline and alkaline conditions. While no coating is completely infallible, Electroless Nickel is among the most effective options for protecting metal components against corrosion.
