Letter 27088

Alternatives for ni-cr plating of brass [North Carolina] 

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We are looking for alternatives to Nickel/Chrome over brass that is aesthetic as well as durable. We are open to all suggestions. One of the components is a brass ferrule that will be crimped and the finish must adhere after this process. This component is .850 ID with a wall thickness of .025 and the length is .625 with a hole pierce of .550. We would like the finish to be a yellow color. The other component is approximately 2.250 L x 13/16 W. This has internal threads at 1 end and a 1 piece stem on the other to be crimped on hose. Again this must withstand crimping. We are currently using a commercial Zinc plate for this. The finish needs to resemble the clear Zinc yet provide better resistance to the elements. As is always the case we are looking to beef up both without the added cost. Total yearly volume could exceed 500,000 pcs.

Mack McPeeters
fire protection industry - Greensboro, North Carolina, USA

Electroless Nickel.

Todd Osmolski Charlotte Plating, Inc. Charlotte, NC USA

How about electro-catalytic nickel. It has almost no stress, good corrosion resistance, great appearance, and less cost than electroless. Happy to do some samples for you.

Dan Weaver Team Metal Finishing - Toccoa, GA

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