Surface Finishes

Anodizing

Description

Electrochemical process that forms a durable, corrosion-resistant oxide layer on the surface of metals.

Services

CNC Machining/Sheet Metal Fabrication/Stamping

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Steel in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Stamping, Copper in Sheet Metals, Copper/Brass in Stamping, Brass in Sheet Metals, SECC/SGCC in Stamping

Surface Finishes

Powder Coating

Description

Powder coating provides a durable, scratch-resistant finish with excellent corrosion protection and a clean, attractive appearance.

Services

CNC Machining/Sheet Metal Fabrication

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Steel in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Sheet Metals, Copper in Sheet Metals, Brass in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Stamping, Copper/Brass in Stamping, SECC/SGCC in Stamping

Surface Finishes

Polishing

Description

Polishing smooths a surface to improve shine, reduce roughness, and enhance appearance.

Services

CNC Machining/Sheet Metal Fabrication

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Steel in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Sheet Metals, Copper in Sheet Metals, Brass in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Stamping, Copper/Brass in Stamping, SECC/SGCC in Stamping

Surface Finishes

Brushed

Description

Brushed finish creates a refined linear texture with a modern, metallic look.

Services

CNC Machining/Sheet Metal Fabrication

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Steel in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Sheet Metals, Copper in Sheet Metals, Brass in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Stamping, Copper/Brass in Stamping, SECC/SGCC in Stamping

Surface Finishes

Electroplating

Description

Electroplating is an electrochemical process that deposits a protective metal layer onto a conductive surface.

Services

CNC Machining/Sheet Metal Fabrication

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Steel in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Sheet Metals, Copper in Sheet Metals, Brass in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Stamping, Copper/Brass in Stamping, SECC/SGCC in Stamping

Surface Finishes

As Machined

Description

Standard finish, surface roughness of 3.2 μm (126 μin), removes sharp edges and deburs parts cleanly.

Services

CNC Machining/Sheet Metal Fabrication/Stamping

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Copper, Brass, Bronze, ABS, PC, Titanium, Steel in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Sheet Metals, Copper in Sheet Metals, Brass in Sheet Metals, Stainless Steel, Stainless Steel in Stamping, Aluminum in Stamping, Copper/Brass in Stamping, SECC/SGCC in Stamping

Surface Finishes

Alodine

Description

Chemical treatment process providing corrosion protection and surface preparation for paint adhesion.

Services

CNC Machining/Sheet Metal Fabrication

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Aluminum in Stamping, Aluminum in Sheet Metals

Surface Finishes

Teflon Coating

Description

Applies a protective layer of PTFE to reduce friction and enhance corrosion resistance.

Services

CNC Machining

Applicable Materials

Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel in Sheet Metals, Stainless Steel in Stamping, SECC/SGCC in Stamping

Surface Finishes

Heat Treatment

Description

Alters the physical (and sometimes chemical) properties of a material to achieve desired mechanical properties.

Services

CNC Machining/Sheet Metal Fabrication/Stamping

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Copper, Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Sheet Metals, Copper in Sheet Metals, Brass in Sheet Metals, Stainless Steel in Stamping, Aluminum in Stamping, Copper/Brass in Stamping, SECC/SGCC in Stamping

Surface Finishes

Tumbling

Description

Utilizes barrel or vibratory processes with abrasives to smooth and polish the surface of parts.

Services

CNC Machining

Applicable Materials

Aluminum Alloy, Copper, Brass, Bronze, ABS, PC, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Sheet Metals, Copper in Sheet Metals, Brass in Sheet Metals, Aluminum in Stamping, Copper/Brass in Stamping, SECC/SGCC in Stamping