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The Original Thin Dense Chrome
Since 1945

ELECTROLIZING

Wear

< 1.2 TWI per AMS 2438

Hardness

Up to 72Rc

Corrosion

ASTM-B-117 Compliant

Lubricity

As low as .09 CoF

Galling

Eliminate cold welding

Adhesion

Atomic, absolute

Appearance

Gray Satin

Deposit

.000050”-.0001”

ELECTROLIZING: THE ORIGINAL THIN DENSE CHROME SINCE 1945

Developed in 1945 in Providence, RI, Electrolizing is the originator of thin dense chrome (TDC) technology. For over 77 years we have consistently refined our process to keep it the most advanced, ultra-pure, and versatile thin dense chrome coating available in the market.

The Electrolizing® TDC coating continues to be the gold standard of coating technologies for industrial applications.

ELECTROLIZING® COATING FEATURES

The Electrolizing® thin dense chrome coating increases wear resistance and performs at <1.2 TWI per AMS 2438. In addition the coating is ASTM-B-117 compliant and provides prolonged corrosion protection even when compared to stainless steel.

Electrolizing® has a hardness rating of 70-72 on the Rockwell C scale with lubricity as low as 0.09 CoF. This very low surface friction makes it ideal for surface-to-surface contact of moving parts.

The Electrolizing® coating acts as a dry lubricant which prevents galling and the need for cold welding. It has proven to be an excellent application for threaded components.

Absolute adhesion is also achieved when applying Electrolizing® thin dense chrome, meaning the coating will not chip, flake or peel. The appearance of the coating is a gray satin finish, with a deposit thickness of 0.00005″-0.001”.

ENGINEERED FOR PERFECTION

The Electrolizing® coating is a proprietary blend of pure chromium that produces a very hard surface. The coating is applied at a temperature below 180 degree F. This cold process protects precision-machined parts from distortion or annealing.

Engineered TDC deposits can be applied from 0.00005″ to 0.001″ per surface according to customer specifications. Precision tolerance requirements can be engineered for each individual application.

The Electrolizing® coating has a smooth, fine-grained surface and will be free of blisters, nodules, porosity, and the potential for edge build-up.

ELECTROLIZING® COATING APPLICATIONS

The Electrolizing® coating is used across a wide variety of industries including plastic injection molding, food processing, oil and gas, aerospace, medical, and nuclear power. The metals that can be treated with this coating include:

  • Aircraft Steel
  • CRS
  • Aluminum
  • Stainless Steel
  • Brass
  • Tool Steel
  • Bronze
  • Inconel
  • Beryllium Copper
  • Monel
  • Copper

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COATING COMPARISON TABLE


Deposit Thickness
Aluminum Protection
Adhesion
Hardness
Wear
Lubricity
Corrosion Resistance
Release Properties
Uniformity
Standard Appearance
Base Metal
Deposit
Processing Temperature
Max Working Temp
Thermal Expansion
Magnetic Tendency
ELECTROLIZING
Gray Satin
All Except:
AL, Mg, Ti
.000050" - .001"
< 180°F
1600°F
2.7 – 4.6 (10¯⁶/°F)
Non-Magnetic
MICRO E
Gray Satin
All Except:
AL, Mg, Ti
.000050" - .0003"
< 180°F
1600°F
2.7 – 4.6 (10¯⁶/°F)
Non-Magnetic
AL COAT
Gray Satin
AL
.000050" - .001"
< 180°F
1600°F
2.7 – 4.6 (10¯⁶/°F)
Non-Magnetic

APPLICATION SPECIALTIES

Plastic Injection Molding

Through precise, engineered deposits, Electrolizing®, Micro-E® and AL-COAT® add incredible value to plastic injection molding applications, as well as those in the areas of extrusion and thermoforming... Read More

Machined Components

From fundamental components such as shafts, gears, and bearings, to the more complex components found in automated lines, packaging machines, and specialized machinery of every type, Electrolizing® can... Read More

Automation + Linear Motion

Electrolizing® is the premier coating for the Linear Motion industry. The Electrolizing® coating lowers the coefficient of friction of bearing steels, for smoother movement over rolling surfaces... Read More

Pumps And Compressors

For protection against the most common forms of wear including corrosive, abrasive, and erosive wear, consider coating your critical pump, valve and compressor surfaces with a protective Electrolizing® coating... Read More

Food Processing And Packaging

Apply Electrolizing® to food-processing and food-packaging equipment and components for the most beneficial combination of wear resistance and corrosion resistance. The Electrolizing® coatings... Read More

Oil And Gas Extraction

In the field of oil and gas drilling and extraction, the Electrolizing® coatings are ideally suited for components operating in corrosive downhole environments. The coatings’ high corrosion and wear resistance... Read More

Aerospace

Electrolizing® is an optimal metal surface coating for aerospace components that require improved wear and corrosion resistance, vast functional temperature range, and consistent, even deposits... Read More

Medical

Electrolizing® is a precise, biocompatible, pure, metallic chromium coating for medical, surgical, laboratory and clean room environments. Highly trained coating professionals and strict... Read More

Nuclear

For over 35 years the Electrolizing® coating has been applied to variety of nuclear industry devices including fuel cell and reactor core components. The improved wear and corrosion resistance of... Read More

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