Our Process

Anodizing is an electrolytic passivation process used to increase the thickness of the natural oxide layer on the surface of metal parts. Anodizing increases corrosion resistance and wear resistance, and provides better adhesion for paint and glues than bare metal. Anodic films can also be used for a number of cosmetic effects, either with thick porous coatings that can absorb dyes or with thin transparent coatings that add interference effects to reflected light. Anodizing is also used to prevent galling of threaded components.

Dying

  • The pores created in the anodizing process are now ready to absorb organic dyes. These dyes will be integrated into the aluminum oxide and cannot be scratched off like paint.

Sealing

  • Uses a hot water seal which closes the pores of the aluminum and traps the dye in the metal
  • Use a mid temperature nickel acetate seal

Drying

  • Dry with hot air in multiple ovens

Teflon

Alodine