Plating on coil, music wire springs?

January 14, 2009

I normally use music wire for making springs; But now the requirement is different.
This is going in a sulphuric acid environment and also should deliver high forces.
Has anyone got some experience on this? Also if you can suggest any other material to achieve my requirement???
I tried using Stainless steel 304 grade but it is reducing the life drastically. Is this a better option????
If I go for music wire with nickel plating????? Will it help????? What would be the implications???

David Philip
Product designer - Noblepark north,Victoria,Australia