Overall plating, delivered through reel-to-reel methods, applies a full, even coating to an electrically charged part. By completely immersing the part in an electrolyte solution, this process creates a uniformly thick metal finish across the entire surface, ideal for improving wear resistance, corrosion protection, and overall performance.
Benefits of Overall Plating
Overall plating offers several key advantages for your project:
- High-Volume Production: Continuous plating is perfect for large production runs
- Consistent Quality: Every part receives a uniform metal finish
- Cost Efficiency: Uses fewer resources compared to other methods
- Versatility: Compatible with a wide range of metal parts and substrates
- Enhanced Performance: Improves corrosion resistance, solderability and conductivity
- Aesthetic Appeal: Efficiently applies a decorative, high-quality finish
Applications for Overall Plating
A fully applied, even metal finish supports multiple industry operations, including:
- Electronics: Enhances conductivity and solderability between parts
- Automotive: Improves the corrosion resistance of fasteners and connections
- Medical Devices: Ensures biocompatibility and reduces corrosion risks
- Aerospace: Maintains component integrity under extreme conditions
Overall plating is ideal for coating:
- Electrical connectors and connector pins
- Continuous strip stock
- A wide range of other metal components
Our Capabilities
American Electro Products can apply a variety of finishes to meet your specific project needs, including:
- Gold
- Silver
- Palladium-Nickel
- Nickel
- Copper
- Tin
- Tin-Lead
Think overall reel-to-reel plating might suit your project?
Reach out to American Electro Products to learn more or get a quote.