Discover the advantages of ZEPNICASIL heat treatment to improve the adhesion and hardness of the chemical nickel layer. The main objective of heat treatment in nickel plating is to create a strong and long-lasting bond between the nickel and the underlying metal surface, thus improving the mechanical properties and resistance to wear and corrosion of the metal. This process finds application in a wide range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, electronics and many others, where protection of metal surfaces is essential for component durability and performance.
Heat treatment offers numerous benefits, including optimal adhesion of the final layer and a noticeable increase in surface hardness. After treatment, the nickel layer has a standard surface hardness of approximately 500 HV100. Following thermal treatment, the crystalline lattice transforms from α-nickel (compact hexagonal crystalline form) to β-nickel (face-centered cubic form) with a more stable composition and a higher surface hardness, of approximately 1000 HV100.
Before starting the heat treatment, it is essential to evaluate the degree of deformation of the base material.
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