Anodizing and Chromate Plating for Machined Parts

Strengthen, protect, and improve appearance of parts with post-process finishing

Finished Parts in as Fast as 4 days!

Get machined parts anodized and chromate plated with our quick-turn finishing option. Eligible materials include aluminum 6061/6082 and 7075. Start your next machining project today.

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Anodizing

Our anodizing processes are typically applied to machined aluminum parts to reduce corrosion and add an appealing metallic coloring to the porous aluminum substrate. Anodizing helps parts resist scratching, is a natural electrical insulator, and is one of the most durable finishes available. We offer three specific types of quick-turn anodizing options to protect your parts:  

Type II

  • Class 1 (clear)   
  • Class 2 (black)    

Type III (hard coat)

  • Class 2 (black)  

Silver metal part on white table

Chromate Plating

Chromate conversion coating protects your parts from corrosion by chemically changing the properties of the metal. It also offers electrical connectivity and the ability to paint the part. Our chromate plating is Type II, non-hexavalent (clear).


Anodizing and Chromate Plating Specifications

Anodize Hard Anodize Chromate

MIL-A-8625 Type II, Class 2 (Blk)

MIL-A-8625 Type II, Class 1 (Clr)

MIL-A-8625 Type III, Class 2 (Blk) MIL-DTL-5541 Type II, Class 3 (Clr)

Quick-turn Finishing

Here are the requirements to get parts in as fast as 4 days (1-day expedite + 3 days for plating):

  • Aluminum 6061/6082 and 7075 material eligibility
  • Threaded holes plugged
  • No masking available

High-requirement Finishing

Have AS9100 and ITAR requirements? Try our domestic precision machining option. If you have more complex anodizing and plating requirements, work with our digital network of manufacturers. The network works well for components that require a specialized color or material option such as titanium or nickel.