Tagged with 'Metal Finishing'

How To Mask Busbars

Masking Busbars

Busbars are vital components in electrical systems, and ensuring they are properly coated while maintaining clean, paint-free contact zones is crucial for optimal performance. Masking busbars, however, presents a unique set of challenges due to the thickness of the coatings and the need for precision. In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into the various masking methods used for busbars, along with their pros and cons, and offer insight into which solutions can be most effective.

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How To Mask Steering and Suspension Components

Masking designs for steering and suspension components

Masking is crucial in the coating process, especially for complex components like those found in steering and suspension systems. These parts often feature complex geometries, tight tolerances, and critical surfaces that must remain uncoated to ensure optimal performance.

Throughout this post, we will take you through various masking products and designs used to mask shock tubes, steering knuckles, tie-rods, and control arms that are manufactured for today's most famous automotive, heavy machinery, and power sports vehicles!

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Type II Anodizing Masking Tapes

Anodizing masking tapes

Masking is often needed during Type II anodizing (sulfuric acid anodizing) to protect certain areas of a part from being anodized or to control the appearance and functionality of specific features. In this post, we’re going to take you through the best tapes to use to mask off areas that you want to keep clear of any coating.

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How To Mask Mating Surfaces

masking a mating surface

In this post, we are going to take you through the primary methods for masking off mating surfaces before going through the coating process.

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