New Advances in XRF Technology Allow for Measurement of Electroless Nickel Plating

摘要

Electroless nickel (EN) plating was introduced over 50 years ago as a means to provide lightweight materials for improved fuel efficiencies, greater corrosion performance and durability. Quickly implemented into the automotive, aerospace and transportation industries, it was also seen as an alternative to plating with chrome, because of its ability to meet engineering requirements for environmental legislation. EN applications have been widely accepted in today's transportation industry for parts such as: gear assemblies, bearings, fuel injection systems, aluminium fuel filters, break pins and valve bleeds. Another significant advantage of EN is its ability to produce deposits in uniform thickness even if the piece has complex shapes and geometries. Microspot X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) for Quality Control and Screening of a Plating Process.