Black Oxide
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Introduction
Black oxide, sometimes referred to as blackening, is a low-cost finishing method for adding corrosion resistance, reducing reflection, and enhancing the appearance of parts. Black oxide conversion coatings are created by submerging ferrous parts in a hot alkaline aqueous salt solution bath. Once immersed, a chemical reaction is created on the surface of the parts, which results in a magnetite coating. As a final step, an after-finish of oil, wax, or lacquer is applied for added corrosion esistance.
Material | Color | Applications | Types |
Stainless Steel, Steel | Black | Fasteners, Auto parts, Gearing | Hot black oxide, Mid-temperature black oxide, Room temperature black oxide |
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Design Considerations
✔ Economics - Black oxide is far less expensive than painting, electroplating or powder coating.
✔ Productivity - Blackening can be done to large batches of parts by tumbling or fixturing, making it ideal for processing small parts.
✔ Size Change - There are no significant dimensional changes to a black oxide part. The layer thickness depth can be measured approximately one micron.
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