Can Carbon Fiber be Plated?
Can Carbon Fiber be Plated?
(OP)
Guys:
I have a small part made from rigid carbon fiber composite that has been machined to size. Is it possible to electroless plate it with metal?
It is for cosmetic purposes: I want the part to look like it's made of brass. I suppose if I can get a base plate of any type metal, I can plate brass over that. Is it possible?
Thanks for any replies.
Don
I have a small part made from rigid carbon fiber composite that has been machined to size. Is it possible to electroless plate it with metal?
It is for cosmetic purposes: I want the part to look like it's made of brass. I suppose if I can get a base plate of any type metal, I can plate brass over that. Is it possible?
Thanks for any replies.
Don





RE: Can Carbon Fiber be Plated?
My professional reccomendation would be to buy a can of brass-colored spray-paint and paint your part. Apply a few layers of clear coat, and be done with it.
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Don
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yes they were carbon fibre not steel
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