Hard Coat Anodizing of an Aluminum Component for an Automotive Transmission Application

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Before & After Example of Anodized Aluminum Component

Elm Plating Company was commissioned to hard coat anodize automotive transmission components made from 6061 Aluminum. We racked, cleaned, rinsed, coated, and packaged 1,000,000+ pieces measuring 2.8957” – 2.8799” in length and 0.3935” – 0.3939” in diameter. We performed all the required testing per AMS2469 to assure the quality and workmanship our customers’ demands were in fact exceeded. Our clients were pleased with our prompt turnaround time and commitment to outstanding overall service.

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Hard Coat Anodizing Project Highlights

Project Name

Aluminum Component

Product Description

This hard coat anodized component is used within an automotive transmission application.

Capabilities Applied/Processes

Hard Coat Anodizing

Rack
Clean
Rinse
Hardcoat
Packaging

Equipment Used to Plate Part

Rack Hardcoat Anodize System

Overall Part Dimensions

Coating Thickness: 0.0015" - 0.0025"
Length: 2.8957" - 2.8799"
Diameter: 0.3935" - 00.3939"

Tightest Tolerances

Thickness of 0.0015" - 0.0025"

Material Used

Aluminum

Material Finish

As Hard Coated

In process testing/inspection performed

Visual Inspection
Thickness / Coating Weight
Abrasion Resistance
Corrosion Resistance

Industry for Use

Automotive

Volume

1,000,000+

Standards Met

AMS2469

Delivery Location

Michigan