Hard Coat Anodizing
Our Type III hard coat anodized aluminum produces a thicker, more durable coating up to 2 mils thick.
Type IiI Anodizing – Class 1 & 2
We meet tight tolerances for Type III anodizing using our unique control systems to achieve accurate coating thickness of aluminum anodized parts. Our services include dying options.
Benefits of Sealed Type III Anodizing
- Closes Pores
- Prevents contaminants from adhering
- Removes residue
- Reduces fading of dyed parts
Benefits of Unsealed Type III Anodizing
- Increases wear resistance
- Better adhesion of non-dyed parts
Post-Anodizing Dying
We apply colored dyes after aluminum anodizing. The parts undergo sealing to reduce color fading.
Colors shown are for general reference only. Other colors may be available upon request.
FAQs
Hard coat anodizing is a proven electrochemical process that transforms a plain metal surface into an engaging exterior that provides both advanced corrosion-resistance and durability.
Industries that benefit from the use of anodized aluminum parts, including:
- Automotive
- Aviation & Aerospace
- Buildings & Architecture
- Electronics
- Food Manufacturing / Preparation
- Firearms
- Home Furnishing
- General/OEM Manufacturing
- Marine Industry
- Medical / Dental Equipment
- Military / Law Enforcement
- Sporting Goods
Our custom engineered anodizing process begins by creating a uniform aluminum oxide layer that penetrates the surface of the material. The part(s) are then placed in a sulfuric acid bath at approximately 32°F, with a density of 23 to 37 amps, for anywhere from 20 minutes to two hours. The amount of time spent submerged determines the thickness of the coating.
Benefits of engineered anodizing include:
- Easier to clean and maintain
- Improved lubrication
- Resistance to peeling, flaking, and chipping
- Increased abrasion resistance
- Flame resistance
- Non-contaminating (for medical instrumentation)
Industries
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Medical
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We finish your materials within tight tolerances to meet exacting quality and regulatory demands.
Military
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Defense contractors rely on our anodizing, laser-marking, descaling, and other services to meet military specifications.
Aerospace
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We offer a range of finishing services for aerospace components and maintain NADCAP certification
Precision Manufacturing
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CNC manufacturers rely on our services to complete final finishing.
Pharmaceutical
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We innovate processes in the science and art of finishing precision-engineered pharmaceutical components.
Water Purification
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Our services for finishing water-system components include cryogenic deflashing, passivation, and laser marking.
Automotive
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Our precision capabilities handle high-volume jobs for automotive OEMs.
Computing
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We offer anodizing and laser marking of components and enclosures for computers and audio equipment.
Electronics
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Our finishing services meet critical tolerances for metal and plastic parts made for consumer electronics.
Food Service
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Our cleaning and finishing services meet strict regulatory requirements while enhancing performance and longevity.
Hydraulics
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Our deburring, deflashing, and other services optimize the operating life of hydraulic equipment.
Firearms
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Our suite of capabilities delivers precise results producing the highest quality finishes.
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We maintain numerous certifications to guide our efforts to meet and exceed the industry’s highest quality standards.
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