Cadmium                                 Back to Process Capabilities

Cadmium is a soft white metal used primarily for rust prevention. It compares very closely to zinc for some applications. Cad has better coverage and has more corrosion resistance in marine environments. Cad is fairly conductive, ductile (more so than zinc) and can be soldered (almost as well as tin). Cadmium is very toxic and should not be used on any part intended for use where direct food contact could occur. Typical thickness of cadmium is .0002-.0008 inch deposit. Hohman Plating offers both rack and barrel plating.

Cadmium will accept chromates. The typical chromates applied are; Clear, Gold, Olive Drab, and Black.

Properties:

  • Good lubricity
  • Solderability
  • Low galvanic corrosion in contact with aluminum.
  • Low electrical contact resistance.
  • Good corrosion protection (sacrificial)
  • Ductile.
  • Malleable
  • Toxic

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