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Electroless nickel plating 7075 Al and 6061 Al
Would you process 7075 Al the same as 6061 Al for electroless nickel?
Nicole Serna
- Austin, Texas
2006
Yes, I would. Double zincate and an alkaline EN strike (as pointed out by our friend J. Watts).
Guillermo Marrufo
Monterrey, NL, Mexico
2006
I just want to add: Desmutting the Aluminum Surface to a completely clean surface, prior to the Zincating, is so important. I recommend a Mixed Acid blend with fluoride.
There are Proprietary formulas on the market.
David W. Gagnier
- Isle, Mn, USA
2006
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