Metallization electroforming
Electroforming metallization, tailor-made solutions
The branch Coating of the Corimatec Group, specializes in the technical metallization of parts for theincrease their mechanical properties or bring them new ones.
Metallization is carried out by electroformingA process which consists in covering (totally or partially) a naturally or previously conductive part with a layer of metal.
Quality metals, cutting-edge technologies and a variety of supports for tailor-made solutions
Custom electroforming capabilities for all your parts
Deposited metals
Nickel
Copper
or
Silver
Our facilities can handle parts of all sizes, adapted to your needs:
-Copper tank maximum dimensions: 2700 x 2400 x 1400 mm.
-Nickel bowl Maximum dimensions: 6800 x 3800 x 2400 mm.
These capacities guarantee flexibility for processing single parts, prototypes or series.
APPLICATIONS
▶ EMC housings
▶ Faraday screens
▶ Antennas / Waveguide
▶ Deposit welding
▶ Particle gas pedals
▶ Reflectors
Coating adaptable to a multitude of media
Electroforming for a wide variety of substrates
Rapid prototyping
SLA / DLP / CLIP
SLS / MJF
FDM
Plastics
ABS / PC / PVC / PP / PA / PLA
PEI (ULTEM) / PEEK / PEKK
Casting resin
Metals
Aluminum
Steel / Stainless steel
Bronze / Copper
Other
Carbon
Composite
Glass
Thick deposits for improved mechanical properties
Adding mechanical properties through electroforming
MECHANICAL STRENGTH
Metallization significantly increases part rigidity. A 65μm deposit can double the mechanical
double the mechanical strength of a part, and it will be multiplied by 5 with a 125 μm deposit.
TEMPERATURE AND FIRE RESISTANCE
The substrate is covered and thus insulated by a thick layer of metal, which forms a metal shell around the part.
metal shell around the part.
IMPACT RESISTANCE
Nickel has a surface hardness of between 15 and 40 HRC.
ABRASION AND CORROSION RESISTANCE
Nickel is an abrasion- and corrosion-resistant metal.
ELECTRICAL AND THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY
Copper is an excellent conductor
Copper resistivity: 1.98.10-8 Ω.m at 20°C
Thermal conductivity: 395 to 405 W.m-1.K-1 at 20°C
Improved conductivity with our metal deposits
METALLIC DEPOSITS FOR OPTIMUM CONDUCTIVITY
RHODOTRON APPLICATION: PARTICLE GAS PEDAL
A layer of approximately 80 μm of copper is deposited on the inner surfaces of the steel components making up the Rhodotron.
Since copper is an excellent conductor, it plays a vital role in the electron acceleration process, which sterilizes medical equipment and foodstuffs (...) by breaking the DNA of the bacteria contained in the products, thus preventing them from reproducing.
Unique know-how to push back technological limits
Electromagnetic shielding by copper plating
Visit electromagnetic compatibility or CEM is the ability of a device or electrical or electronic system to operate satisfactorily in its electromagnetic environmentwithout itself producing electromagnetic disturbances that are a nuisance to anything in the environment, and is sufficiently immune to disturbances from other equipment, or from the environment in general.
HOW TO OBTAIN ELECTROMAGNETIC SHIELDING?
Deposit copper thin layer (20/50 μm)
Anti-corrosion finish : nickel or silver.
Deposit facility selective.
ADVANTAGES
Replacement of metal parts with metallized polymers for :
▶ Weight gain
▶ Functionalization of parts or housings
▶ Fast parts delivery
▶ Excellent performance
▶ Cost reduction
Metallization
Fingerprints
For validation parts or small production runs
ADDITIONAL GAINS WITH METALLIZATION
- Better temperature resistance
- Better pressure resistance
- Protection against abrasive resins
- Improved demolding
- Improved surface finish
- Increased footprint lifetime
ADVANTAGES
Replacement of metal parts with metallized polymers for :
▶ Reducing lead times
▶ Cost reduction
▶ Manufacture piece good material
Metallized plastic parts vs. mechanical parts
Electroformed metal parts: An alternative to metal parts
In particular, they make it possible to :
- Reduce part weight
- Improve surface appearance and impact resistance
- Mechanical properties (strength, rigidity)
- Producing complex parts
- Reduce lead times
- Reduce manufacturing costs
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Corimatec's technical depot division meets the needs of theaeronauticsfrom spacefrom medical and defense.
Aeronautics
Corimatec designs tailor-made solutions for the aerospace industry, manufacturing high-precision, durable technical parts for leaders such as Airbus and Dassault Falcon. Its expertise in electroforming, composite molding and quality control guarantees conformity and performance for key applications.
Spatial
Corimatec is a trusted partner to the space industry, offering advanced technical solutions tailored to the needs of the most demanding missions.
Medical
Corimatec provides the medical industry with customized solutions and high-precision parts that comply with strict safety and durability standards, thanks to advanced technologies and rigorous quality control.
Defense
Corimatec designs high-precision defense components, offering reliability and durability for critical applications in demanding environments.
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