Anodizing is an electrolytic passivation process used to increase the thickness of the natural oxide layer on the surface of metal parts. The process is called anodizing because the part to be treated forms the anode electrode of an electrolytic cell. Anodizing increases resistance to corrosion and wear and provides better adhesion for paint primers and glues than bare metal does. Anodic films can also be used for several cosmetic effects, either with thick, porous coatings that can absorb dyes or with thin transparent coatings that add reflected light wave interference effects. Anodizing is also used to prevent galling of threaded components and to make dielectric films for electrolytic capacitors. Anodic films are most commonly applied to protect aluminum alloys.

We process:

STANDARD ANODIZING (SULFURIC ACID TYPE II)

The most common and cost-effective anodizing process. Provides excellent abrasion and corrosion resistance. Except for die castings, these coatings are easily dyed a wide range of colors.

HARD ANODIZING (TYPE III)

Hardness equal to hard chrome plating is easily attainable. These coatings accept black dyes well, while lighter colors are available on thinner coatings. Type III provides excellent wear resistance and heat dissipation. This coating has an outstanding ability to absorb a variety of lubricants and is, therefore, recommended where friction is a factor. 

Regular Colors

Military Tan, Fast Blue G, Copper BF, Teal, Brown BL, Yellow D, Golden Orange RLW, Violet MRB, Green AEN, Gold S, Fiery Red, Violet 3D, Custom Wine, Black HBL, Bordeaux RED, Grey BL, Neon Pink, Gray R, Turquoise PLW, Blue A, Black MLW, Olive Drab.

Optical Colors

Optical Black, Optical Bronze.