The zinc plating procedure involves applying an electrolytic zinc base to objects by immersing the metal parts in a solution containing zinc salt and applying an electrical change. After cleaning, alkaline stripping and removal of surface debris, the parts are immersed in the coating solution to begin the electroplating procedure. Barrel plating and rack plating are also very popular as a gloss plating solution. Depending on the need, various brightening agents and solutions are also applied to give products shine, color and aesthetics.
Popular types of zinc coating
Followed by various formulas, the zinc plating process helps to obtain a colored zinc coating that has a different level of protection against corrosion and is used in different applications:
 Yellow Zinc: Yellow zinc coated elements are widely used in the automotive industry. Includes a medium scale anti-corrosion property.
 Black Zinc: Black zinc coated components can be seen in pure black and olive. With higher corrosion resistance ability, they are widely used in structural design, hardware industry and others.
 Blue or Clear Zinc – Being highly environmentally friendly, with minimal ability to protect against corrosion, bright blue or clear zinc is a popular choice for decorative and interior decorating products.
 Acid Zinc: Acid Zinc is a distinct category in coating type, requiring no cyanide coating bath, highly resistant to all environmental exposures, and ideal for use on hard-to-coat material surfaces.
The key benefits of zinc plating
Anticorrosive
Depending on the types of zinc coating with variety of colors and coating mixture such as zinc alloy, zinc-nickel, zinc, iron, tin-zinc, it can protect objects from rust, oxidation and deterioration.
Top finish
When it comes to aesthetics, the appearance of product substrates often counts a lot in attracting potential customers. Zinc electroplating is an ideal choice when looking for glossy and shiny product finishes comparable to chrome.
Surface appearance
With the possibility of color in all areas, galvanizing improves the flexibility to choose the most ideal color that your market demands. Another advantage of zinc plating is that it can produce a wide range of finish textures, such as smooth to uneven and super glossy substrates.
Easy application
Zinc plating is an incomplete procedure and the results of the process lead to an effective deposit on metal objects without damaging them. From the pretreatment process to bathing and baking, the coatings are calm and relaxing.
Cladding options
Zinc can be effectively coated through barrel and grid galvanizing processes in addition to electroplating. The range of options opens the way for plating service providers to complete high-volume part plating of various short and material sizes and supply within a specified time frame.
Fantastic undercoat
With a high bond strength, zinc plating can produce amazing results when used as a base coat for applications involving paint. When a base coat is applied to them, they still keep their corrosion resistance property intact and protect the substances.
Low cost plating
Zinc is available in abundance, making it an affordable plating option unlike its counterparts. If you are looking for an inexpensive coating, always go for zinc plating.
Environmentally friendly
Zinc does not contain toxic elements that can produce adverse effects on human health or the environment. The biodegradable property makes it globally accepted as a uniform coating option for a variety of industrial applications.