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Zinc plating conductivity comparison

Q. Hello,

I am looking at plating for a sheetmetal (CRCA Steel) bracket which is used for mounting a PCBA. This plated bracket should have very good conductivity for ESD purpose. The finish I am looking at is Zinc Plating 8-12 microns thick. I would like to know which passivation would be more conductive (Blue or Yellow or any other). I would be very thankful if someone could guide me on this topic.

Thanks,

P.V.KRISHNA
- CHENNAI, TAMILNADU, INDIA
2003

A. Blue (or clear). In other words, the thinner the better.

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
2003

Thank you Mr. Ted Mooney for your answer.

Regards,

P.V.KRISHNA
- Chennai
2003

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