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This document provides a thorough explanation of electroless nickel plating. [Document Contents] ● What is electroless nickel plating ● Features of electroless nickel plating ● Key points when ordering electroless nickel plating ● Impact of phosphorus content ● Functions of electroless nickel plating If you are interested, please feel free to download the attached document or contact us.

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KST Corporation handles metal surface treatment, primarily nickel, electroless nickel, anodizing, and various other surface treatments. We are introducing a case where we solved a customer's problem using electroless nickel plating. This time, it is about a residential building material manufacturer. <Consultation Content> "Can we plate the inner wall of a pipe with a diameter of φ 50mm and a length of 3,000mm, which has a honeycomb structure inside?" "Moreover, the pipe is bent in a U-shape. Will the inner wall be plated 'uniformly'?" We have attached materials that introduce the case where we solved this problem. In addition to the case study, we also provide an explanation regarding "electroless nickel plating Ni-P." This material is highly recommended for those who are new to electroless nickel plating, so please feel free to download it!

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KST Corporation handles metal surface treatment, primarily nickel, electroless nickel, anodizing, and various other surface treatments. We are introducing a case study where we solved a customer's problem using electroless nickel plating. This time, it is focused on automotive and motorcycle manufacturers. <Consultation Details> "We have products that undergo heat treatment after electroless nickel plating, but during fracture inspection and durability testing, the plating film peels off." "We tried several plating companies, but the results were all unsatisfactory." "Is there anything we can do?" We have attached materials that introduce a case study where we resolved this issue. In addition to the case study, we also provide an explanation regarding "Electroless Nickel Plating Ni-P." The materials are designed for those who are new to electroless nickel plating, so please feel free to download them!

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Our large-scale electroless nickel does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a wide variety of plating tanks. We have Japan's leading super-large plating tanks capable of accommodating not only small mass-produced items but also large parts measuring 3000mm square and long items up to 8000mm in length, allowing us to handle various work sizes. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 ■ Thickness control in microns is possible ■ Excellent wear resistance ■ Superior adhesion ■ Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives as it does not use lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our large-scale electroless nickel does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a wide variety of plating tanks. We have ultra-large plating tanks, one of the largest in Japan, capable of accommodating not only small mass-produced items but also large parts measuring 3000mm square and long items up to 8000mm in length, allowing us to handle various work sizes. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 - Thickness control is possible in microns - Excellent wear resistance - Superior adhesion - Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives as it does not use lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our large-scale electroless nickel does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a wide variety of plating tanks. We have ultra-large plating tanks, among the largest in Japan, capable of accommodating not only small mass-produced items but also large parts measuring 3000mm square and long items up to 8000mm in length, allowing us to handle various work sizes. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 - Thickness control is possible in microns - Excellent wear resistance - Superior adhesion - Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives due to the absence of lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our large-scale electroless Ni-P does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a wide variety of plating tanks. We can accommodate not only small mass-produced items but also large components measuring 3000mm square and long items up to 8000mm in length, as we possess some of Japan's largest plating tanks, capable of handling various work sizes. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 ■ Thickness control is possible at the micron level ■ Excellent wear resistance ■ Superior adhesion ■ Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives as it does not use lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our large-scale electroless Ni-P does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a wide variety of plating tanks. We have ultra-large plating tanks, one of the largest in Japan, capable of accommodating not only small mass-produced items but also large parts measuring 3000mm square and long items up to 8000mm in length, allowing us to handle various work sizes. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 - Thickness control is possible in microns - Excellent wear resistance - Superior adhesion - Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives as it does not use lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our company is focused on the research and development of coatings that emphasize further improvements in tribology, particularly in hardness and wear resistance. While composite coatings using SiC, alumina, and diamond have been practically applied in tribology and cutting applications, we are now working on the development of coatings using respective nanoparticles. To enhance tribology, it is crucial to co-precipitate as many fine particles as possible, and our current goal is to exceed 1000 HV without heat treatment as we advance our research. *For more details, please refer to the external link page or feel free to contact us.*

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Our large-scale electroless nickel does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a wide variety of plating tanks. We have ultra-large plating tanks, among the largest in Japan, capable of handling not only small mass-produced items but also large parts measuring 3000mm square and long items up to 8000mm in length, accommodating various work sizes. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 - Thickness control is possible at the micron level - Excellent wear resistance - Superior adhesion - Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives due to the absence of lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our large-scale electroless nickel does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a variety of plating tanks. Our large-scale electroless nickel can accommodate various work sizes, from small mass-produced items to large parts measuring up to 3000mm square. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 - Thickness control is possible at the micron level - Excellent wear resistance - Superior adhesion - Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives due to the absence of lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our large-scale electroless nickel does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a wide variety of plating tanks. We have ultra-large plating tanks, among the largest in Japan, capable of accommodating not only small mass-produced items but also large parts measuring 3000mm square and long items up to 8000mm in length, allowing us to handle various work sizes. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 - Thickness control at the micron level is possible - Excellent wear resistance - Superior adhesion - Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives as it does not use lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Our large electroless nickel does not use lead, making it compliant with RoHS and ELV directives. We offer a variety of plating tanks. Our large electroless nickel can accommodate various work sizes, from small mass-produced items to large components measuring up to 3000mm square. Additionally, magnetic control can be achieved based on the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating. 【Features】 ■ Thickness control is possible at the micron level ■ Excellent wear resistance ■ Superior adhesion ■ Compliant with RoHS and ELV directives as it does not use lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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Hard nickel plating without electrolysis can provide excellent wear resistance not only to iron but also to aluminum and copper due to its superior high-hardness coating. Dimensional accuracy can be controlled to within 1 micron, eliminating the need for post-processing. It has excellent coverage and can be uniformly treated even inside fine pores. Since heat treatment is not required, the following benefits arise: - High wear resistance can be achieved for materials like aluminum, which was difficult with conventional methods. - The deposition speed is fast, resulting in excellent productivity. - Discoloration can be prevented. - Short delivery times are possible due to the absence of heat treatment. 【Features】 - Compliant with RoHS/WEEE - Coating hardness is HV720, and HV1000 after heat treatment - No post-processing required - High wear resistance achieved for materials like aluminum - Excellent productivity *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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KST Corporation, located in Toride City, Ibaraki Prefecture, handles metal surface treatment, primarily nickel and various other surface treatments including electroless nickel. We believe that we are both a manufacturing and a service industry, and we strive not only to create good products but also to always be aware of our customers' satisfaction and to respond to their trust with actions that exceed their expectations. We aim to be a presence that can reach the areas where our customers need assistance, and we work diligently every day to achieve this. 【Features】 ○ Alternative plating technology that can achieve equivalent performance + α without using "hexavalent chromium" → Hard chrome alternative plating / black chrome alternative plating ○ Capable of aluminum processing with a large electroless nickel plating tank fully equipped For more details, please contact us or download our catalog.

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KST Corporation recognizes the importance of environmental issues and believes that as a company, it is our social mission to engage in environmental conservation, which requires us to take concrete actions. Therefore, we will make unwavering efforts toward environmental conservation as a united company based on the following action guidelines. 【Action Guidelines】 ■ We will strive to improve the efficiency of electricity and fuel use and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. ■ We will work on the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) to minimize industrial waste. ■ We will make efforts to conserve water and improve efficiency to reduce total wastewater discharge. ■ We will actively engage in environmental communication with local residents. ■ We will comply with environmental laws and regulations as well as the commitments made by our company. ■ We will compile and publish our environmental initiatives in an environmental report. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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In today's mainstream of finished product delivery, surface treatment quality is also an important technical capability for your company. Are you facing issues such as increased unnecessary responses due to "processing defects," as well as "scratches and dents," or "quality control"? Our company prevents defects such as stains, drips, and unprecipitated substances through thorough pre-treatment and intermediate/final cleaning. We also offer services for correcting scratches and dents. 【Are you experiencing any of these issues?】 ■ Increased unnecessary responses due to "processing defects" ■ "Scratches and dents" that shouldn't have been present at the time of shipment ■ Variability in quality in "quality control" *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Electroless nickel" allows for thickness control at the micron level. Our company offers a variety of plating tanks. We can accommodate various work sizes, from small mass-produced items to large components measuring 3000mm square. Additionally, due to its excellent uniformity, a coating is evenly deposited even on complex shapes and within fine pores. [Features] ■ Thickness control at the micron level is possible ■ Magnetic control is possible due to the concentration of P (phosphorus) contained in the coating ■ Excellent wear resistance ■ Excellent adhesion ■ Complies with RoHS and ELV directives as it does not use lead *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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