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Electroless Nickel Plating
What is Kanigen® Electroless Nickel Plating and Coating
Since its first use on railroad tank cars in the 1950s, Kanigen® electroless nickel plating has been an industry standard for protection of metal components. Its hard finish and exceptionally consistent application thickness make it a trusted choice for friction reduction in iron, steel, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze, nickel, aluminum, and their alloys.
Kanigen's hardness and phosphorous composition combine to offer excellent lubricity. The nickel phosphorous deposite is naturally low in friction, an effect that is enhanced by an overall hardness level for Kanigen of 49 Rockwell C. Heat treating can approach a Rockwell C hardness of 70, making it a cost-effective replacement for hard chrome plating.
The friction protection of electroless nickel plating is enhanced by the high consistency and extraordinarily persistent adhesion of the coating. Kanigen electroless nickel plating is known for equal deposition to all surfaces of a coated component, including complex geometries and inside diameters. Kanigen's high ductility and unusually persistent adhesion virtually eliminates flaking. Electroless Nickel Plating resists separation of coating from the substrate under pressures up to 30 tons. The result is a coating that stays in place in extreme conditions, delivering consistent reliability in friction control.
Coating craftsman, application experts
Electro-Coatings is the master licensor for all Kanigen electroless nickel plating applicators worldwide, and the leading technical expert in this time-tested process. Our own Kanigen coating operation is supervised by a staff of respected industry leaders in coating chemistry and metallurgical science. Each component is coated by master craftsmen, using the latest application technology for a consistent, top quality finished product.
Time-tested electroless nickel plating with extra performance benefits
- High phosphorous content for excellent lubricity
- Liquid chemical bath coats complex shapes with uniform thickness
- Hardness greater than electrolytic nickel, equal to hard chrome
- Super persistent bonding resists separation to 60,000 PSI
- Superior corrosion resistance
- Food safe; resistant to most alkalis, acids, temperature extremes
Learn more about Kanigen
For complete details and application assistance on Kanigen electroless nickel plating, its application and performance advantages, contact the experts at Electro-Coatings. A coating engineering expert will be glad to answer technical questions and apply our "Yes We Can" attitude to the use of this outstanding coating option.
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