NIHARD
Cobalt Alloy Plating & Coating
Bales'
exclusive NIHARD plating features cobalt added to its ultra pure
coating chemistry. We developed this solution in 1997; it's evolving chemistry
has been an excellent engineered coating for clients who are experiencing problems
with high wear components. Abrasion and wear tests show
that by adding cobalt to the original chemistry of electroless
nickel, the NIHARD offers substantially
better abrasion and wear resistance. This autocatalytic plating process ensures
uniform application to even the most complex part.
NIHARD can be an economical alternative to the chrome plating process because it does not require a labor intensive anode. This coating has a 62 RC hardness rating and offers exceptional adhesion on steel, aluminum and beryllium. Lubricity and corrosion protection are additional benefits of this plating.
Nihard (Cobalt Alloy Plating) Benefits:
- Ensures uniform application in complex details with NIHARD autocatalytic application.
- Extends life through its abrasion resistant characteristics.
- Gives wear resistant anti-galling properties for rotating and sliding components.
- Provides corrosion protection superior to chrome.
- Offers superior resilience to glass filled materials.
Nihard (Cobalt Alloy Plating) Specifications
Co-efficient of friction: |
0.24 |
Rockwell hardness: |
62 RC |
Melting point: |
1310°C |
Cobalt content: |
48 (% weight) |
Density: |
8.87 g/cm3 |
Tabor abraser wear test: |
3-4 as plated; |
Thermal strength K.S.I. |
134.3 |
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