DETAILS
Conversion Coating – Alocrom/Alodine
Alocrom (or Alodine in the US) is a Chromate conversion coating that is applied to aluminium alloys, which provides a level of corrosion protection. Alocrom is also good for paint adhesion and is electrically conductive. Poeton can apply the process to the MIL-DTL-5541 approval.
Alocrom can be applied by either dipping or brushing. It’s a relatively quick and simple application process compared with other surface treatments. The treatment yields a very characteristic yellow colour.
It should be noted that Alocrom is a hexavalent chrome process that is under threat from the REACH regulations and a usage sunset date just a few years away. Poeton has therefore invested a huge amount of R&D resource over the last 7 years evaluating and perfecting the application methods of the Alocrom alternatives, such as: Surtec 650, Iridite NCP, Socomore TCS PACS and Lanthane. Please contact us for more details on the current alternatives.
Materials Processed:
Aluminium Alloys
Tank sizes: Gloucester
1.5m x 1m x 1m
Tank sizes: Cardiff
1m x 1m x 1m
Tank sizes: Poland
0.8m x 0.8m x 0.9m
The tank sizes shown above are approximate sizes only. If you have a larger part then please contact us, as we may still be able to help.
FEATURES
Electrically conductive
Corrosion protection
Thin film, no dimensional change
Good paint adhesion
Good integrity, can protect even when the component is lightly damaged.
