Key Benefits

1. Anodize resists corrosion.
      Our test results on 6061 aluminum indicated that the Anodize treated surface withstood corrosion in a five percent salt spray test for 336 Hours. Results do vary depending on the alloy of the material and the surface finish. We recommend that you submit a sample of the alloy and a description of the finish you intend to use. it will be processed and returned to you for evaluation.

2. Anodize can be color dyed.
      Anodize can be color dyed in any color we have currently in stock (red, blue, green, gold and black).This makes an attractive part that is more appealing to you or your customers. Using current masking methods, anodize can even be selectively applied to certain areas using multiple colors!

3. Anodize provides good abrasion resistance.
      While not nearly as durable as hardcoat, anodize provides good protection against ultraviolet conditions, weather and corrosion.

4. Sulfuric anodize can be used for masking prior to Hardcoat.
      We can apply sulfuric anodize to any part that has tight tolerances, Then either mask the part using with our methods and remove the Sulfuric anodize and apply Hardcoat or Polylube. Or if You wish, We can return the part to you for subsequent machining prior to Hardcoat or Polylube. This type of processing can save substantial cost on masking.

Capacities

Tank Sizes
      Our current size limits for Anodize processing is 13.5' x 2.5' x 5' (Anodize line 1)(Natural or Black only)
      Our current size limits for Anodize processing is 5' x 3' x 3.5' (Anodize line 2)(Current Available Colors)

Materials
      Anodize processing can only be applied to aluminum alloys. Although most aluminum alloys can be processed, those with a low copper content (less than 3.5%) and a low silicon content (less than 5%) are recommended. We've found the best results occur on 6061, 6262 and 7075 wrought alloys; 355, 356 cast alloys and 319 die cast alloys.

Dissimilar Materials
      Aluminum parts which have dissimilar materials installed in them such as steel helicoils, bushings, dowel pins, ect. should not be installed prior to processing. However these material can be masked using the best available techniques but this type of processing can only be done at the customers risk.