
plating, anodizing, & finishing Q&As since 1989
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Nickel Electroplate Vs. Electroless Nickel
2000
I am currently reviewing a proposal from a company requesting to replace their nickel electroplating process ( SAE-AMS-QQ-N-290 [affil. link] , Class 1, Grade E) with electroless nickel ( MIL-C-26074 [link is to free spec spec at Defense Logistics Agency, dla.mil], Class 1, Grade B). The parts are contained within plastic fuze cable assemblies, and are not directly exposed to the elements. Are there any issues to be concerned about with this substitute?
Marc PepiUS Army Research Lab - APG, Maryland
2000
It depends on the application, I would guess ductility first for something that is called a cable, then stress, solderability, elongation, ductility, cost.
Tom Pullizzi
Falls Township, Pennsylvania