Perhaps if you could explain the environment the shaft will be used in, then someone could better answer your question.
Use caution when plating this type of material, due to an increased risk of Hydrogen Embrittlement.
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RE: Corrosion resistance - AISI 4340 involute spline driveshaft
Use caution when plating this type of material, due to an increased risk of Hydrogen Embrittlement.