The superior mechanical qualities of magnesium can now be combined with a premium cosmetic plated finish, offering product designers a cost-effective new option. New joint material and process finishing developments have brought quality electroplating to Mg die casting for many new applications.
The new mag chrome-plated surface finishes for die cast housings and components are comparable to that achievable in high-quality zinc parts and superior to that of molded plastic.
Quality chrome plating for thin-wall, lightweight mag has long been a goal when an alternative to a painted surface was desired. Chicago White Metal Casting can offer mag’s superior rigidity, impact strength, and dent resistance advantages with a premium-plated finish at part weights comparable to plastic. Mg’s added benefits are excellent heat dissipation and built-in EMI/RFI shielding. The costly inserts often required for plastic parts can be eliminated.
For more information on how this new Mag Alloy and Chrome Electroplating development could benefit your product planning, email the CWM Sales Dept. or call 630-595-4424.
