Anodizing is an electro-chemical process that forms a durable, porous oxide film on the surface of your aluminum extruded products. While aluminum offers its own natural oxide layer to resist corrosion, the chemical anodize finish adds another layer of protection. The additive process further enhances your products’ durability and final look and feel.
Here are some valuable reasons why you might want to anodize your aluminum extruded components.
Clear (natural), black, blue, red, pewter*, gold*, purple*, grey*, green*
This type of anodize creates a natural color that varies from a light brown to a dark gray. The final color will depend on alloy selection, temperature of tanks, etc. Type III black is an option, but this requires an additional process to attain.
Hardcoating, also known as a hard anodizing process, is performed at high current densities and low temperatures. Sometimes additives are mixed into the electrolyte to produce a denser, more abrasion-resistant oxide film. Hardcoating imparts high wear resistance to the product.
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