Bright Nickel Process

A bright nickel bath contains a higher concentration of organic brighteners, which have a leveling effect on the deposit. Sulfur-based brighteners are normally used to achieve leveling in the early deposits and a sulphur-free organic, such as formaldehyde, is used to achieve a fully bright deposit as the plating layer thickens. Organic brighteners yield a lustrous deposit; however, the negative effects on later assembly operations such as brazing and soldering should be considered

Electrolytic nickel is electro-plated, and can be deposited soft or hard, dull or bright. Hardness can range from 150-500 Vickers. Appearance can range from a dull grey to an almost white, bright finish.

Nickel(NI)

Nickel plating results in a malleable, ductile metal finish that is highly corrosion and shock resistant while still maintaining good machinability. Nickel has a deep silver color that can be applied and polished to a variety of finishes.

Economical and attractive, nickel is used in industrial and decorative applications ranging from plumbing fixtures and food service to heat exchange, pipe fitting, and aerospace technology.