TIN PLATING

Tin plating is an electrolytic process, which finds a wide use in protecting ferrous and nonferrous metal surfaces. The process improves electrical conductivity and solderability of plated parts, which makes it especially suitable for the electronics industry. One of the advantages of tin is its great ductility, which allows the forming of tin plated parts into various shapes without damage to the tin plated layer. The process is also suitable for the food industry, because the deposited layer is not toxic, and provides good corrosion resistance and pliability. At Bomex, we have the ability to tin plate parts of various sizes, our technologies include both rack and barrel plating.

Surface properties

• Ductile surface with ability to form plated parts
• Improves conductivity of plated parts
• Solderability, allows soldering of otherwise unsolderable metals
• Non toxic surface, suitable for contact with food products
• Good corrosion resistance for indoor environments
• Matt or glossy decorative appearance

Layer thickness

• 3 – 50 µm

Part dimensions

• Maximum weight of 40 kg

Base materials

• Steel
• Brass
• Copper

Applications

• Electronics industry: to increase electrical solderability and conductivity of metal parts
• Food-processing industry: food containers, dishes, wrappers, etc.
• General industrial applications: serves as a low cost, ductile, decorative surface treatment with basic corrosion resistance.