Finish Name
Copper Plating
Specification
MIL-C-14550
AMS-2418
ASTM-B-734
Benefit
Copper plating provides surface protection, an electrical conductive surface, and can be used as an undercoat base for copper, nickel, chrome plating, as well as a mask for nitriding.
Base metal substrate
Aluminum
Brass
Copper
Steel
Stainless steel
Effect
Eletrical/conductive
Undercoat
Mask
Features of Copper Plating:
- Provides excellent undercoat for nickel and chromium decorative coatings.
- Provides excellent electrical conductivity properties for applications such as electronics and telecommunications.
- Used as a mask in surface hardening procedures.
- Provides good lubrication in metal forming operations.