Finishes for sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds
Finishes for sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds
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Hello,
Would you please let me know the preferred finish for electronic sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds?
I've been asked to specify black powder coat for such assemblies. But I think this causes more problems that what it's worth. I would rather specify either a clear or black zinc plated finish.
Please let me know your thoughts. Thank you.
Would you please let me know the preferred finish for electronic sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds?
I've been asked to specify black powder coat for such assemblies. But I think this causes more problems that what it's worth. I would rather specify either a clear or black zinc plated finish.
Please let me know your thoughts. Thank you.





RE: Finishes for sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds
RE: Finishes for sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds
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RE: Finishes for sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds
For containers of working electronics, I strongly prefer chemical film. You can specify it RoHS compliant. It is conductive, making it part of a Faraday cage that reduces your EMI/RFI. Look up MIL-DTL-5541 if you want to get official about it.
The only problem I have with sheet metal housings is the presence of welding. Since the weld filler is not the same material as the sheet metal, an anodize finish will show off your welding.
Failing all that, I would go for polka-dots.
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JHG
RE: Finishes for sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds
RE: Finishes for sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds
Whoops , I see Kenat already asked that question.
RE: Finishes for sheet metal assemblies that do not have welds