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(typically sulphuric or chromic acid), the surface layer of the aluminium can be converted to a coating with protective, decorative or functional properties. The coating formed is analogous to a honeycomb and will accept dyes of different colours, anodised aluminium is generally sealed after processing, this sealing seals the porous structure of the aluminium oxide and improves corrosion resistance, sealing can be carried out in a variety of different solutions, including hot water, low temperature nickel sealing and sealing with dichromate solution. The substrate composition and condition (alloy type, grade temper etc), have a significant effect on the anodising characteristics of the components and the subsequent finish obtained, with different materials requiring different process conditions, consequently it not recommended to mix alloy types during the same process run, alloys must be strictly segregated and identified before processing. The alloy type also has a bearing on the post anodising appearance, with the final film colour dependent upon a number of interacting factors, including, alloy composition and form of supply i.e. cast or wrought , surface finish, pre treatment prior to anodising type of anodic film (sulphuric, hard or chromic) and anodic film thickness. When specifying anodising on drawings or orders it is recommended that wherever possible national, international or defence standards are used to provide the processing instructions to your supplier, typically the following information should also be provided; Specification reference Base material composition and condition Significant surfaces and areas where measurements of coating thickness are to be made. Any areas that must not be used as contact points for jigging/wiring Any special inspection requirements Any special packing requirements You can find more details with explanations why this information is important in the Information sheet: Order information.
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INFORMATION SHEET Specifications The common UK standards used for specifying anodising are summarised in table form below for information purposes only. MP Eastern have a large library of obsolete/superseded, international and customer specifications, call us if you are having difficulty obtaining relevant information, we may be able to help. Call us on 01502 573047 or e mail sales@mpeastern.co.uk
BS EN 2101:1991
Aerospace series
BS EN 2284:1991
Aerospace series
BS EN 2536:1995
Aerospace series
BS 5599:1993(2002)
Please consult the latest issue of the appropriate specification for definitive information.
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