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Plating etched zinc plates with steel or nickel

I would like to steel or nickel face a set of zinc etching plates to create a harder surface for a longer print run without deterioration or wear to the very fine surface textures of the plate. It is essential that the metal deposited on the zinc be very thin, or I will lose detail from the plates. Which metals might work on zinc for this purpose? How might I be able to do this? I would be very grateful for specific suggestions.

Brian D. Cohen
original etchings and artist's books - Westminster Station, Vermont, USA
2003

Sounds like a possible application for electroless nickel plating, Brian, but I believe chrome plating is often used for this.

Ted Mooney, P.E.
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finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
2003

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