Chromate Conversion

Chromate Conversion Coatings

APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS

MIL-DTL-5541F TYPE 1 Class 1A or Class 3

What is it?

A chemical conversion coat is a very thin protective coating of aluminum oxide and other chemical compounds. Although there are several kinds of chemical conversion coatings for aluminum, the most common are produced from a chromate fluoride bath.

What does it do?

Chemical conversion coats can be used for mild corrosion protection although they are normally used as an undercoating and base for organic finishes or adhesive bonding. These coatings offer no resistance to wear or abrasion and do not provide nearly the corrosion protection of anodic coatings. The main attraction of these coatings is the economy and the speed with which they can be applied to the substrate.

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RoHS COMPLIANT Clear Chem Film

Spec. MIL-DTL-5541F Type II

For our accounts servicing customers who demand finishes that meet standards set by the European Union’s Reduction of Hazardous Substances initiative. Along with our complete anodize line and passivation (all Hex-chrome free) we are your source for world-class finishing.

(Please specify RoHS compliant when ordering.)