| Hardcoat Anodize |
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Transforms aluminum surface to aluminum oxide |
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Excellent wear resistance and toughness |
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As hard as chrome plated steel |
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Can be impregnated with Teflon® for improved release |
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Does not chip, peel or crack |
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FDA approved |
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| Electroless Nickel |
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Excellent corrosion protection |
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Does not require grinding after plating |
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Can be applied to both steel and aluminum |
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FDA approved |
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Preferred coating for clean-room components |
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Abrasion resistant at 50-60 Rockwell C |
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Can be plated on heat-transfer roll internal water passages |
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| Chrome Plating |
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An industry standard for steel |
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Abrasion resistant at 60-70 Rockwell C |
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Corrosion resistant |
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Preferred coating for find grinding and superfinishing |
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| High Release Tungsten Carbide (Plasma) Coatings |
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As sprayed finish 200-500 Ra provides traction surface |
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Superior release characteristics |
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Abrasion resistant up to 72 Rockwell C |
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A favorite for tape and coated adhesive lines |
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