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Chemical Films (Alodine)

We have a hoist line and large part capacity.

Chemical Films are also known as chem film, alodine, iridite, chemical conversion coatings, or chromate conversion coatings. We offer Mil-Spec and RoHS compliant chemical films. RoHS compliance is achieved by using trivalent chromate chemistry (as opposed to hexavalent chromate chemistry). Hexavalent chromate produces the gold color associated with gold alodine. Our hexavalent chemical films are offered in both clear and gold color. Trivalent chromate, however, is only offered in clear.

We offer certification to:

MIL-C-5541 Class 1A and Class 3

MIL-DTL-5541 Type I, Class 1A and Class 3

MIL-DTL-5541 Type II, Class 1A and Class 3 (RoHS compliant) 

ASTM B921 Class 1A and Class 3 (RoHS compliant)

We are an approved supplier for:

Anafaze 21792-00

Honeywell 9904151

L3 Communications SCS-0075

Loral Space Systems E88-3008

Narda 41031402

Rockwell Collins 580-0036

PRICE TABLE

Maximum Size & Weight
Minimum Charge
Height Width Front to Back Weight RoHS*
Chemfilm (Alodine) $65 45”80”20”100 lbsCheck
Caustic Etch (Etch & Deox)$6045”80”20”100 lbs Yes
Soap & Deox (No Etch) $6045″80″20″100 lbsYes


*About RoHS Compliance

Santa Clara Plating Co., Inc. is an RoHS-compliant facility. Processed parts will be RoHS-compliant unless otherwise noted in the Price Table. Explanation of the RoHS compliance notes in the Price Table follows:

  • “No” – Processed parts will not be RoHS compliant due to coating chemistry.
  • “Check” – Check with our Quality Department to determine if your part will be RoHS compliant. We will check for issues with solution entrapment and other design concerns. We can also help with your design to ensure RoHS compliance.
  • “Yes” – Your parts will be RoHS compliant.