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Types of Corrosion Testing for Plated Parts and Components

February 10, 2024
Sharretts Plating Company

Rust can wreak havoc on metal, so corrosion testing is a common practice for most companies that are heavy users of metal in their manufacturing processes. Over the years, a number of testing protocols have been developed, including cyclic corrosion testing, salt spray testing, humidity testing, Kesternich chamber testing and specialized tests that accurately mimic […]

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3D Print Gold Electroplating for Chemical Sensors

January 24, 2024
Sharretts Plating Company

In the field of chemical sensor fabrication, material selection, precision and reliability are paramount. Using 3D printing technology with gold electroplating represents a transformative advancement. This integration combines the intricacy of components printed with 3D technology and the notable attributes of gold. Its rigor and versatility make this a valuable technique across various industries. Find […]

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Palladium vs. Gold Plating: Which Option to Choose?

December 21, 2023
Sharretts Plating Company

While both are lauded in the jewelry industry for their beautiful appearances, there’s more to palladium and gold than their looks — they are extremely useful metals for a variety of plating applications. Lustrous gold is as useful as it is glamorous, and it is one of the common metals of the electronics industry. Silvery-white […]

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The Use of Gold Plating in Electronics & Electrical Components

December 1, 2023
Sharretts Plating Company

Most of the electronics we use in our daily lives contain at least a little bit of gold. While this precious metal is widely known for its beautiful, shiny appearance, it also has quite a few functional purposes that make it a sought-after material in a variety of industries. The electronics sector, though, is the […]

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A Guide To Vibratory Finishing Media

November 19, 2023
Sharretts Plating Company

Vibratory finishing is the final step in the plating process, and it includes grinding down unwanted burrs, smoothing sharp edges and providing a polished finish. The shape, material and size of vibratory media vary depending on the parts’ material, shape and strength.

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Durability of Platinum Plating

November 16, 2023
Sharretts Plating Company

Platinum is one of the most sought-after precious metals in the world, as much for its aesthetic appeal as for its durability, which makes it ideal for a number of industrial applications.

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Electroplating Non-Conductive Materials

October 16, 2023
Sharretts Plating Company

Quick Links What Are Non-Conductive Materials? | The Challenge of Plating Onto Ceramics and Plastics Benefits of Electroless Plating | Electroless PLating | Using Electroplating to Complete the Process Manufacturers in a wide variety of industries rely on electroplating to provide a finishing touch for their products. Electroplating offers several benefits for the final piece, […]

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What Engineers Should Know About Electroplating

September 24, 2023
Sharretts Plating Company

Electroplating has become an important technology in many industries, as metal coating can improve performance and durability of parts. Electroplating can be applied to a wide variety of materials to provide numerous benefits, such as better conductivity, resistance to wear and durability in extreme temperatures. Electroplating of parts can produce a better final product with […]

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Plating Precious Metals On Refractory Metals in Electrical Connectors

September 18, 2023
Sharretts Plating Company

There are many uses of electroplating in electrical connectors, from improving corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity1 to increasing strength and longevity. Electroplating processes allow for a more conducive and reliable surface metal2 to be added to a substrate and enable manufacturers to benefit from the plating metals’ advantages without the cost3 of creating electrical connectors entirely from precious metals. The consumer […]

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Plating: An Excellent Defense Against Corrosion

August 12, 2023
Sharretts Plating Company

Anything made from iron or steel is a prime target for the destructive forces of corrosion. Corrosion occurs due to a chemical reaction between moisture, the surrounding atmosphere and the atoms that comprise a metal substance. Corrosion is a serious problem that can lead to the premature degradation of bridges, buildings, vehicles, appliances and just […]