Anodize Stainless Steel, Copper, Titanium and More
The Anodization Advantage
The benefits of anodization are well known in the aluminum industry. The scratch-proof, UV-resistant, colorable, wearable, and electrically insulating aluminum oxide layer has been historically limited to relatively purer Al alloys. AlumiPlate pure electroplated aluminum enables the anodization of any suitable substrate. Imagine color anodized steel, stainless alloys, copper or even composites!
Benefits of Anodizing
When you choose AlumiPlate for your anodization application, you get a team that values precision for every process. Our detail-oriented approach to anodization ensures your material will look and function just as expected.
Fully dense electroplated aluminum is typically higher than 99.99% pure and the only aluminized coating that can be reliably anodized. The plating thickness can be specifically tailored for a superior anodize layer. Because of its high purity, the resultant anodize is free from inclusions, impurities and non-uniformities seen in Al alloys. Anodized electroplated aluminum exhibits better color uniformity, higher hardness, higher voltage breakdown and improved resistance to corrosion and chemical attack, coming close to the values of sapphire.
In particular, the highly pure Al layer offers an ideal basis for novel anodized cosmetic finishes for consumer electronics packaging because of the potential for unmatched color fidelity and uniformity.
The Anodizing Process
Wondering how we anodize stainless steel, titanium, copper and other materials? Anodization is typically only available for select aluminum, titanium and magnesium alloys. AlumiPlate can deposit a pure layer of aluminum making the surface of stainless steel or copper similar to that of Al 1199. The anodizing process “sees” only pure aluminum and a pure layer of aluminum oxide is formed on the aluminum plated surfaces.
What Can Be Anodized?
Any material can be potentially anodized by first electroplating it with pure aluminum. Contact us to discuss anodization of your specific material and part geometry. From stainless steel to copper, we’re happy to help with your anodizing needs.
What Types of Finishes Are Available From Anodizing?
Depending on the desired application, AlumiPlate can produce several types of anodized finishes. Whether you are looking for an anodized surface with superior corrosion resistance, we can meet your needs.
Are you thinking about taking advantage of the anodizing process to get the most out of your steel, titanium, copper or other materials? Contact us to move forward with your project! Since 1995, AlumiPlate has been trusted by some of the world’s largest companies for plating applications.