Plating Processes/Specifications 1
Nickel Plating (Electro deposited)
Federal Specification: QQ-N-290
Nickel plating is an electrodeposit process that offers moderate corrosion and
oxidation resistance. Nickel is sometimes used to build up worn or undersized
parts.
Class 1
Class 2
"As Specified"
Cadmium Plating
Federal Specification: QQ-P-416F
Class 1 , 2 , 3
Type 1 without supplementary chromate or phosphate treatment
Type 2 with supplementary chromate treatment
Type 3 with supplementary phosphate treatment
Grade A .0016 Grade D .0008 Grade G .0002
Grade B .0012 Grade E .0006
Grade C .001 Grade F .000
.00050 in
.00030 in
.00020 in