Electrolytic zinc plating or electro-zinc plating is a widely extended method for the protection of steel, because it provides reasonable protection with a pleasant appearance and at low cost. Zinc protects steel through two mechanisms: on the one hand, it exerts a barrier effect, isolating the steel from the aggressive environment and on the other hand it acts as a sacrificial anode, slowing down the corrosion of the steel.
The service life of a zinc coating depends directly and linearly on the thickness of the coating. Additionally, the useful life of this type of coatings can be extended by applying chromate conversion coatings. These coatings are made up of thin films (between 0.01 and 1 µm) of inorganic compounds, which are formed by the contact of the metal surface with an aqueous solution containing soluble chromates. This type of coatings, in addition to improving corrosion resistance, allows the application of a subsequent organic coating.
The main advantages of electrolytic zinc plating with respect to hot galvanizing are better adhesion and that when working at room temperature, the parts do not suffer deformation due to the effect of temperature.
+ infoThe zinc plating process is carried out by immersion in the different galvanic baths, which operate at low temperatures (<50ºC), which avoids the deformation of the pieces during their treatment. Iron is mainly protected, but other metals, such as copper, brass or zamak ELECTRONIQUEL can also apply this treatment
Electroniquel uses an alkaline cyanide-free process for zinc plating, which implies a better distribution on the surface of the part and less hydrogenation of the base metal. Taking into account that the cyanides traditionally used in zinc baths carried out a cleaning action, with the processes exempted, the pretreatment stages acquire more importance, being usual the combination of pickling with chemical and electrolytic degreases to achieve a good adhesion between the zinc. and the base metal.
Zinc plating is a widely used method for protecting steel against oxidation and corrosion, also improving its visual appearance and at low cost.
These coatings are made up of thin films (between 5-25 microns) of inorganic compounds, which are formed by the contact of the metal surface with an aqueous solution containing soluble chromates.
When working at room temperature, the pieces do not suffer deformation due to the effect of temperature.
Electroniquel uses a cyanide-free alkaline process for zinc plating, which implies a better distribution on the surface of the part and less hydrogenation of the base metal.
El proceso de zincado se realiza por inmersión en los diferentes baños galvánicos, que operan a bajas temperaturas (<50ºC), lo que evita la deformación de las piezas durante su tratamiento.
Electrolytic pan zinc plating is used for large series of small parts. It is used for metal die-cutting, turning, turners ...
This type of coating not only improves resistance to rust and corrosion, but also allows the application of a subsequent organic coating.
The main advantages of electrolytic zinc plating over hot-dip galvanising are better adhesion and the fact that when working at room temperature, the parts are not deformed by the effects of temperature.
48H without red corrosion | 5 microns with white passivate
36 h sans corrosion rouge | 12 microns avec passivation irisée
480 h without red corrosion | 12 microns with iridescent passivated and sealed
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Metallic coatings and other inorganic coatings. Electrolytic zinc coatings with supplementary treatments on iron or steel
Metallic coatings. electrolytic coatings of zinc and zinc alloys on iron or steel with supplementary treatment without Cr (VI)
Chromic conversion layers on zinc and cadmium electrolytic coatings
Standard Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel