Nickel Finishing Plating

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QQ-A-290A, Nickel

Nickel can be deposited soft or hard - dull or bright, hardness can range from 150 - 500 Vickers. Can be similar to stainless steel in color, or can be a dull gray or light gray (almost white) color. Corrosion resistance is a function of thickness. Has a low coefficient of thermal expansion, and is magnetic.

Class 1 For corrosion protection. With typical 0.0002" copper undercoating prior to the nickel plate.

Grade A  .0016" min.

Grade B  .0012" min.

Grade C  .0010" min.

Grade D  .0008" min.

Grade E  .0006" min.

Grade F  .0004" min.

Grade G  .0002" min.

Class 2  .002" min.

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