Comparative testing
Comparative testing
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We would like to change our plating supplier. The components are mild steel and receive a zinc plate and passivate. The potential new supplier uses a different process to the current supplier - although we are assured the parts will have the same level of corrosion protection.
Is there a simple comparative test we can perform in-house on samples coating by the two processes - without the need to go to a thrid party laboratory for a salt fog test?
Is there a simple comparative test we can perform in-house on samples coating by the two processes - without the need to go to a thrid party laboratory for a salt fog test?





RE: Comparative testing
RE: Comparative testing
RE: Comparative testing
The plated metal forms the chassis of an electronic component. The component must comply with MIL-STD 810G method 509.5 (salt fog). We specify a temperature range of -30 to +60 Deg.C.
We have access to the tools and equipment typically found in a mechanical test lab. We have access to ovens, common solvents, etc..
RE: Comparative testing
RE: Comparative testing