Coating methods and continuity must be specified separately
- Electroplating
A controlled electrical process deposits the specified metal. Substrate preparation and deposition conditions affect the coating.
- Electroless nickel plating
The bath deposits nickel by the specified chemical process. Require composition, preparation and performance evidence for that coating.
- AnodizingThis term
The process forms an oxide on a suitable substrate. Its thickness, sealing and duty need their actual specifications.
- Plating thickness
The thickness is measured normal to the coated surface under the stated method. Check local variation and the actual drawing limits.
- Coating porosity / holidays
A pore and a discontinuity can expose different paths through the coating. Inspection must address the relevant defect and coverage requirements.
Electroplating uses an electrical process, electroless deposition uses a chemical process and anodizing forms an oxide on the specified alloy. Thickness and defects remain independent inspection questions.
Conceptual coating sections without alloy assignments or thickness values. These process names do not establish identical corrosion or contact performance.