The use of functionalized nanodiamonds in plating applications has been significantly improved over the last few years. Advanced Abrasives, in conjunction with Carbodeon, offers an enhanced line of nanodiamond plating additives for the Hard Chrome and Electroless Nickel Plating markets. The use of these products will increase wear and corrosion resistance while maintaining, or in some cases improving, friction properties.
Nanodiamond Plating Additives for Hard Chrome Markets
Advanced Abrasives Corporation is proud to offer the latest addition to its product line – nanodiamond plating additives. Designed for the hard chrome plating market, our Udiamond® Vivace for hard chrome nanodiamond additive enhances the hardness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance of the plated surface while reducing the wear on plating tools.
Our Vivace for hard chrome plating comes with a unique crystalline structure that results in superior mechanical properties. It also comes in two variations: the Carbodeon uDiamond® Plating Additive for Hard Chrome specific characteristics of the solid material and the Carbodeon uDiamond® Plating Additive for Hard Chrome specific characteristics in the suspension. The particles’ high surface area to volume ratio increases the plating process’s efficiency, allowing for greater thickness and quality of the plating. The nanodiamonds also offer excellent dispersion and stability in plating baths, leading to a consistent and uniform coating.
Our nanodiamond plating additives have been extensively tested and proven effective in hard chrome plating and many other electrolytic plating applications. Get your hands on our Vivace for hard chrome plating today.
Nanodiamond Plating Additives for Electroless Nickel Plating
Nanodiamond Plating Additives for Electroless Nickel PlatingElectroless nickel plating is a popular process in the manufacturing industry for creating homogenous and corrosion-resistant coatings on various substrates. It is commonly used in the automotive, aerospace, and electronics industries, among others. However, challenges such as wear and tribological properties need to be addressed to enhance the life span and durability of the coatings.
Advanced Abrasives Corporation has developed a cutting-edge solution to address these challenges — the uDiamond® plating additive for Electroless Nickel Plating. This product possesses exceptional mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties, making it ideal for improving various coating properties. It’s also versatile enough for use in multiple elements of nickel plating, including low phosphorus electroless nickel plating, medium phosphorus electroless nickel plating, high phosphorus electroless nickel plating, PTFE electroless nickel plating, and H-BN electroless nickel plating. Utilizing our uDiamond® plating additive for Electroless Nickel Plating provides a fantastic option that delivers a homogenous and uniform coating with higher hardness, lower wear, and friction coefficient. Get your hands on this revolutionary product today.
Benefits of Nanodiamond Plating Additives: Transforming Industrial Solutions
Nanodiamonds are tiny diamond particles, typically measuring just 4 to 6 nanometers in diameter. Despite their small size, these particles pack the incredible strength and durability associated with diamonds. Derived from the detonation of carbon-based explosives, nanodiamonds undergo advanced processing to make them suitable for industrial applications, including the electroplating process.
In electroplating, nanodiamonds are dispersed in plating solutions, where they bond with metal ions during deposition. As the plating process progresses, nanodiamond particles become embedded within the metal coating, creating a composite layer that’s both harder and more durable than standard coatings. This hybrid structure delivers performance benefits like higher wear resistance, better thermal stability, and superior friction reduction.
Nanodiamond plating additives are a quantum leap in surface engineering technology. Your industrial applications demand cutting-edge performance, and our advanced solutions deliver precisely what you need. Integrating nanodiamonds into the electroplating process unlocks unprecedented potential for metal surface enhancement.
Wear Resistance
Nanodiamond plating additives dramatically increase the lifespan of metal components by focusing on abrasion resistance. By incorporating diamond nanoparticles during electroplating, we create surfaces that resist abrasion far beyond traditional treatments. Your machinery and parts will experience significantly reduced wear, translating directly into lower maintenance costs and extended operational periods.
Enhanced Friction Reduction
Metal components treated with our nanodiamond additives experience remarkable friction reduction. The microscopic diamond particles create an ultra-smooth surface layer that minimizes mechanical resistance. This means less energy consumption, reduced heat generation, and smoother mechanical interactions across multiple industrial applications.
Corrosion Protection Breakthrough
Traditional metal coatings struggle with long-term corrosion protection. Nanodiamond plating technology introduces an advanced barrier against environmental degradation. Strategically incorporating metal ions during the electroplating process helps create a molecular shield that resists oxidation, chemical attacks, and extreme environmental conditions.
Superior Thermal Conductivity
Nanodiamond additives provide exceptional thermal management properties with its unique structural characteristics of diamond nanoparticles that enhance heat dissipation capabilities. This makes your metal components more resilient in high-temperature environments.
Get Nanodiamond Plating Additives From Advanced Abrasives Corporation
Advanced Abrasives Corporation leads the way for clients needing tools to assist in nanodiamond plating. Leveraging our expertise in super abrasive and conventional abrasive powders, slurries, suspensions, and compounds, our nanodiamond plating additives deliver superior performance in terms of wear resistance, hardness, and lubricity. Our Vivace and plating additives for electroless nickel plating are engineered with the latest industry advancements and are specifically designed to enhance the durability, corrosion resistance, and overall performance of plated components. This saves you both time and money.
Whether you are in aerospace, automotive, or any other industry, our nanodiamond plating additives deliver benefits that will help you achieve your production goals and exceed customer expectations. Partner with us today.