Corrosion is the deterioration of a metal caused by its reaction with its environment. In the context of surface treatments, corrosion is a major problem that can be prevented or slowed down by using various methods.
There are many different surface treatments that can be used to prevent or slow down corrosion. Some of the most common methods include:
- Passivation: This is a process that creates a protective layer on the surface of the metal. The protective layer can be made of oxide, nitride, or other compounds.
- Plating: This is a process that deposits a layer of a different metal on the surface of the metal. The deposited metal can be more corrosion-resistant than the base metal.
- Painting: This is a process that applies a layer of paint to the surface of the metal. The paint can provide a barrier between the metal and the environment, which can help to prevent corrosion.
Surface treatments can be an effective way to prevent or slow down corrosion. However, it is important to choose the right method for the specific application. It is also important to maintain the surface treatment properly to ensure that it continues to be effective.
Anti-Corrosion Treatments
POLYMER COATINGS
Apticote 200
A range of polymer coatings that comprises high technology polymer-based formulations offering outstanding properties.
Materials processed: Steel, Aluminium, Magnesium, Titanium
Key Features
- Abrasive wear resistance
- Chemical resistance
- FDA compliance
- Heat resistance
- Low friction
- Mould release
ANODISING
Apticote 300
A range of anodising processes, including hard, sulphuric and TSA, each offering its own unique performance benefits.
Materials processed: Aluminium, magnesium, titanium
Key Features
- Coats a range of aluminium alloys
- High hardness
- Uniform coverage
- Very low wear
- Dyed red or black
- Excellent paint adhesion
- Precise coating thickness
- Very good corrosion resistance
HARD ANODISING COMPOSITE
Apticote 340
Combines the hardness of aluminium oxide with the properties of fluorocarbon polymers to produce a hard and continuously lubricating surface.
Materials processed: Aluminium, titanium
Key Features
- Coats a range of aluminium alloys
- High hardness
- Superb control of thickness
- Uniform coverage
- Very low wear
HARD ANODISING POLYMER COMPOSITE
Apticote 350
Combines the hardness of aluminium oxide with the properties of fluorocarbon polymers to produce a hard and continuously lubricating surface.
Materials processed: Aluminium, titanium
Key Features
- Coats a range of aluminium alloys
- Extremely low friction
- Non-stick
- Uniform coverage
- Excellent corrosion protection
- High hardness
- Superb control of thickness
- Very low wear
ELECTROLESS NICKEL
Apticote 400
A complex solution producing a thin and even coating that continues to perform even in the most extreme operating environments.
Materials processed: Aluminium, carbon composites, steel, copper, magnesium, metal matrix composites, stainless steel/CRES, titanium
Key Features
- 5 to 50μm
- Can be hardened up to 1000Hv
- Completely uniform coverage
- Excellent corrosion protection
- High wear resistance
- No post-machining
NICKEL COMPOSITES
Apticote 460
The protective benefits of low friction polymers are combined the natural hardness and corrosion resistance of nickel.
Materials processed: Can be applied to a wide range of base materials, including aluminium, steels (including stainless steels), copper alloys and titanium.
Key Features
- Corrosion resistance
- Excellent mould release and non-stick
- High hardness
- Permanent lubricity
- Superior adhesive wear resistance
- USDA and FDA approval
ADVANCED NICKEL COMPOSITE
Apticote 480
A composite coating offering the ultimate non-stick and low-friction properties of a revolutionary fluorocarbon with the hardness, wear resistance and corrosion protection of electroless nickel.
Materials processed: Aluminium, copper, steel, magnesium, metal matrix composites, stainless steel/CRES, titanium
Key Features
- Corrosion resistance
- High hardness
- Superior adhesive wear resistance
- Excellent mould release and non-stick
- Permanent lubricity
- USDA and FDA approval
THERMAL PLASMA SPRAY
Apticote 800
A family of high-performance ceramic, cermet and metallic plasma coatings that can be applied to a wide variety of substrates.
Materials processed: Aluminium, carbon composites, copper, magnesium, metal matrix composites, stainless steel/CRES, titanium
Key Features
- Corrosion protection
- Reduce fretting and surface fatigue
- Reduces abrasive wear
- Used to salvage parts
PLASMA POLYMER COMPOSITE
Apticote 810
The next generation of non-stick coatings; tougher, harder and with better release properties than conventional polymer coatings.
Materials processed: Aluminium, carbon composites, copper, magnesium, metal matrix composites, stainless steel/CRES, titanium
Key Features
- Corrosion protection
- High lubricity and low friction
- High temperature capability
- Non-stick to a wide range of products
- USDA and FDA compliant
- Wear resistance
- With high load-carrying capacity
NICKEL SILICON CARBIDE COMPOSITE
Apticote 2000
A metal matrix coating comprising a mix of nickel with suspended silicon carbide particles deposited using a tailored process to ensure superior adhesion.
Materials processed: Aluminium, carbon composites, steel, copper, metal matrix composites, stainless steel/CRES, titanium
Key Features
- Anti-streaking
- Coats a range of surfaces
- High hardness
- Little or no wear
- Low friction
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