Anodize Aluminum Electrical Bus
Anodize Aluminum Electrical Bus
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I would like to know if there is an inexpensive process to anodize 6061-T6 aluminum such that the electrical resistance at the surface is equal to (or less than) the base metal and the surface is protected from atmospheric corrosion?





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RE: Anodize Aluminum Electrical Bus
Is there a process that provides GOOD Conductivity as well as corrosion resistance?
RE: Anodize Aluminum Electrical Bus
Electroplating provides options for anodizing aluminum or applying a metallic coating as a barrier layer. For example, a pore-free nickel layer a few thousandths thick would provide a barrier layer for corrosion and a good long term electrical contact resistance. For even lower contact resistance you could use silver or a combination of nickel and silver.