In electroplating, silver is primarily used for industrial applications, particularly electrical connectors.   Silver Electroplate can be applied in both rack and barrel plating methods.  Silver plating specifications will specify matte, semi-bright or bright finish with or without a chromate post treatment to improve tarnish resistance.  Plating specifications also designate the base coating to be applied under the plating, such as copper.    Silver offers good corrosion resistance depending on the base metal.  It will tarnish easily, but can be sealed with an anti tarnish to slow process.  Solderability is excellent, but will decrease with age.  Silver is the best electrical conductor.  Silver has excellent lubricity and smear characteristics for anti-galling uses on static seals, bushing etc.        Click here to download a brochure about Silver Plating.

Production Capabilities

Automated Finishing Technology has provided silver plating in both rack and barrel plating processes for over 20 years.  We recently added a second silver tank and now have double previous capacity.  AFT specializes in silver plating on stainless steel fasteners providing a quick turn, high quality product, at a competitive price for the high tech fastener industry. 

Average turn time on silver is 2-4 days after receipt of product.  AFT offers the first minimum lot job FREE to new customers for your review.  We look forward to the opportunity to work with you on your silver plating requirements.

Specifications

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• Type I Silver Plating - Matte
• Type II Silver Plating - Semi-Bright
• Type III Silver Plating - Bright

GRADES

• Grade A: With Supllementary Tarnish-Resistant Treatment
• Grade B: Without Supplementary Tarnish-resistant Treatment

* Can Meet Most Private Specs

* Base Metals Plated: Mild Steel, Stainless, Copper, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, and Strip and Re-Plate of Electrical Parts