Hard chrome

Hard chrome

Hard chrome is a proven technique to persevere surfaces and repair components. Hard chrome plating, also called technical chrome, is applied by a galvanising process. The plating is characterized by superior wear resistance, anti-corrosion, anti-stick and a low friction coefficient. CZL Tilburg has over 40 years of experience, is the specialist in the field of hard chrome and applies plating to the most complex components and materials internally as well as externally.

Dimensionally stable chrome plating

Hard chrome is a conductive process suited for a hard wear resistant plating on metallic surfaces. We can apply every desired coating thickness on metals, steel, cast iron, stainless steel, copper, aluminium, brass, and nickel steel. The unique combination of characteristics makes this plating highly sought after for various applications. The low processing temperature (< 60ºC) makes deformation impossible and ensures that hardened compartments can be treated with the necessary knowledge.

We can apply chrome plating dimensionally stable depending on the plating thickness and design. Post-processing is unnecessary, which results in a lower cost and processing time. If the demanded plating thickness cannot be applied, we can put on a plating in excess and grind it to the desired measurements.

The advantages at a glance:

  • Superior wear resistance, corrosion resistance, anti-stick and a lower friction coefficient
  • Special plating combinations for added characteristics possible
  • Suited for various surfaces
  • No deformation because of the low processing temperature
  • CZL Tilburg is specialised in repairs and chroming internal diameters
  • All treatments and repairs are under the same roof

 

Special plating combinations

Special plating combinations

If desired we can apply special plating combinations to add additional characteristics to the surface. To ensure corrosion resistance in the most extreme circumstances we apply under the hard chrome plating, HP-HVOF sprayed layers and independent coatings, a special nickel sulfamate coating or chemical nickel. This is also called a duplex nickel-chrome coating. Additionally, we are one of the few that chrome customized internal diameters with special tools.
Repairs

Repairs

Hard chrome is eminently suited to recover damaged components or components sensitive to wear to the original dimensions. We master the art of repairing your valuable components like no other. All treatments, galvanic and mechanic, are executed in the same location by a very specialized team.
No chromium-6 in the applied layer

No chromium-6 in the applied layer

In the past couple of years, more information has been discovered about the long-term effects of working with Chromium-6. The liquid of the chrome bath contains Cr-6. Our chroming process meets the strictest regulations and chroming only happens in an enclosed environment with protective equipment, whereby the emission for people and the environment are negligible. CZL Tilburg takes all necessary precautions to ensure that there is No Cr-6 present in the end product.
Applications and technical details

Application and technical details

Hard chrome is widely applicable in a variety of industries. Through the link down below you can find these applications and technical details.
Applications, industries and technical details hard chrome
Hard chrome 5

Special plating combinations

If desired we can apply special plating combinations to add additional characteristics to the surface. To ensure corrosion resistance in the most extreme circumstances we apply under the hard chrome plating, HP-HVOF sprayed layers and independent coatings, a special nickel sulfamate coating or chemical nickel. This is also called a duplex nickel-chrome coating. Additionally, we are one of the few that chrome customized internal diameters with special tools.
Hard chrome 4

Repairs

Hard chrome is eminently suited to recover damaged components or components sensitive to wear to the original dimensions. We master the art of repairing your valuable components like no other. All treatments, galvanic and mechanic, are executed in the same location by a very specialized team.
Hard chrome 2

No chromium-6 in the applied layer

In the past couple of years, more information has been discovered about the long-term effects of working with Chromium-6. The liquid of the chrome bath contains Cr-6. Our chroming process meets the strictest regulations and chroming only happens in an enclosed environment with protective equipment, whereby the emission for people and the environment are negligible. CZL Tilburg takes all necessary precautions to ensure that there is No Cr-6 present in the end product.
Hard chrome 6

Application and technical details

Hard chrome is widely applicable in a variety of industries. Through the link down below you can find these applications and technical details.

Contact our specialists

Through their years of experience, our specialists know exactly how to perfectly chrome your components. Do you want to discover the possibilities or request an urgent repair? Feel free to contact us to discover the options.

Leon Moonen
Technical sales engineer

Trusted by these brands

With more than 40 years of experience in surface treatment and repair of high tech components we are worldwide trusted by leading companies in various industries. Time after time they choose the high quality and fast service of CZL Tilburg.