Silver plating is a cost effective solution for applications that require low contact resistance, high thermal conductivity and chemical stability. AST offers matte, semi bright and bright silver platings ranging from 99.0% to 99.9% purity that conform to QQ-S-365 and ASTM B700 specifications. A RoHS compliant post plating chromate treatment is also available.
Silver is commonly used for brazing, soldering, electrical contacts, electronics, and medical applications. American silver plating is particularly valued for its attractive finish, affordability, versatility, and low maintenance, making it a practical choice for consumers and manufacturers.
| Finish Type | Type-I Matte finish Type-II Semi-Bright finish Type-III Bright finish |
| Grade | Grade A- With supplementary tarnish-resistant treatment (chromate treatment) Grade B- without supplementary tarnish-Resistant treatment |
| Purity | Type-1 99.9% silver minimum Type-2 99.0% silver minimum Type-3 98.0 % silver minimum |
| Surface Appearance | Grade A- Matte, no brighteners in plating bath Grade B- Bright, by use of brighteners in platingbath Grade C- Bright, by mechanical or chemical polishing of Grade-A Grade D- Semibright, by use of brighteners in plating bath |
| Post Treatment Classes | Class N- No chromate treatment Class S- With supplementary tarnish-resistant chromate treatment |
| Substrates | Magnesium Aluminum Copper Brass Stainless Steel Steel Bronze Nickel |
| Plating Capabilities | Barrel Plating Lines Rack Plating Lines |
| Additional Capabilities |
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| Underplating Options | Nickel |
| Standards Met | QQ-S-365 ASTM B 700 |
| Finish | Matte Semi-Bright Bright |
| Applications | High-Tech Electronic Components Electric Bus Bars Bearing Surfaces Electrical Contacts Reflectivity |
| Industries | Automotive Aerospace Communications Computer Electronics Solar Household Appliances Oil & Gas Equipment Medical Equipment Recreational Equipment Tool & Die Pharmaceutical |
| Certifications | ISO 9001:2000 Certified |
| Quality System Features | Dedicated to company-wide continuous improvement In-house laboratory facilities |
| Environmental System Features | State-of-the-art, computer-controlled waste treatment system |
| Professional Associations and Awards | Charter member of the Strategic Goals Program, a cooperative effort between the metal finishing industry and EPA National Association of Metal Finishers (NAMF) American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society (AESF) Recipient of the Colorado Environmental Leadership Award |
| Service Features | Production scheduling and production flexibility that minimize turnaround time A staff that understands the importance of quick response for our customers |
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