Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages include:
- Does not use electrical power.
- Even coating on parts surface can be achieved.
- No sophisticated jigs or racks are required.
- There is flexibility in plating volume and thickness.
- The process can plate recesses and blind holes with stable thickness.
- Chemical replenishment can be monitored automatically.
- Complex filtration method is not required
- Matte, Semi Bright or Bright finishes can be obtained.
Disadvantages include:
- Lifespan of chemicals is limited.
- Waste treatment cost is high due to the speedy chemical renewal.
Each type of electroless nickel also has particular advantages depending on the application and type of nickel alloy.
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