The failure of a high-speed rotating shaft or bearing journal means catastrophic machine failure. Explore the surface finishing techniques—including Hard Chrome, ENP, and Silver—used to prevent galling, fretting, and abrasive wear.
Explore the extreme wear resistance of MIL-A-8625 Type III Hard Coat Anodizing. Learn why it is processed near freezing temperatures, how it affects part dimensions, and when to specify it over standard anodizing or hard chrome.
A deep dive into industrial hard chrome plating. Learn about the hexavalent chromium process, typical thickness specifications, hardness properties, and why it remains the ultimate wear-resistant coating for hydraulic cylinders and machine tools.