Nickel

Nickel Plating is one of the most popular and versatile finishes available. It is a metal that is very resistant to corrosion and provides a tough, durable and ductile coating. The appearance of nickel can vary from dull to very high luster depending on the need. Different formulations of the plating bath will produce a deposit having a definite type of use.

Nickel Plating Offered:

Sulfamate (Engineering)
Semi-Bright
Bright

Benefits of Sulfamate Nickel (Engineering)

Ductile (low stress)
Used to aid in brazing and Soldering
Easy to Machine
High Corrosion Resistance
Dull Appearance
Electro-Forming

Benefits of Semi-Bright Nickel

Ductile (low stress)
High Corrosion Resistance
Semi-Bright Appearance
Easily Polished to a mirror finish
Deposited under bright nickel when applying the duplex nickel finish.

Benefits of Bright Nickel

Brittle
Corrosion resistant especially when used in combination with semi-bright nickel.
Harder coating than Sulfamate or Semi-Bright
Bright Appearance