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Rough estimate on the cost difference
between Cadmium plating and Zinc Plating
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Trying to find a rough percentage difference between the cost to
cadmium plate or zinc plate a 5 inch diameter x 12 inch long steel
cylinder. Are we talking 2-5% or 10% or more cost increase for
cadmium? Thanks.
Brian Magill
buyer - Indian Head, MD, USA
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Significantly more than that -- but don't do it!
Cadmium is a cumulative poison that must only be used when you
NEED cadmium due to its unique combination of properties. And if you
need them, don't use zinc, it won't work. Years ago they were used
pretty much interchangeably on hardware. Today it's very different.
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Ted Mooney, P.E.
finishing.com
Brick, New Jersey
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