Rack nickel plating on metal components
Galvanik performs rack nickel plating on industrial metal components in brass, copper and bronze. Every component is fixed individually on dedicated frames to ensure uniformity of the nickel deposit and special care for the quality of the finish, also on complex geometries.
Uniform nickel deposit, managed piece by piece
Rack nickel plating is an electroplating treatment in which each component is hooked individually before being immersed in the nickel plating baths. This mode lets us monitor the position of the piece, avoid contact and accidental masking, and achieve a uniform nickel deposit on visible surfaces, fittings and complex geometries. It is particularly suited to parts for tapware, fittings, small parts, pipes, traps and flexible hoses.
Why choose rack nickel plating
Deposit uniformity
Consistent nickel thickness even on components with articulated geometries and visible surfaces.
Process control
Bath parameters and treatment steps monitored to ensure consistency between different batches.
Dedicated racks
Racks designed around the component to optimise output, finish quality and production rate.
Where rack nickel plating is used
A technical finish suited to industrial components where appearance, uniformity between pieces are essential to the product.
- Tapware and sanitary components
- Metal fittings
- Precision small parts
- Pipes, traps and flexible hoses
- Technical and decorative components
- Parts for industrial assemblies
The steps of the treatment
- 01Washing and degreasing
- 02Neutralisation
- 03Electrolytic nickel deposition
- 04Final rinsing
- 05Drying
- 06Result inspection
Controlled deposit per specification
Deposit thickness is defined based on the technical specifications required by the customer and the characteristics of the component. Indicatively, rack nickel plating involves average thicknesses between 6 µm and 10 µm, variable depending on the part's needs and the processing.
Frequently asked questions
Which materials do you nickel-plate on the rack?+
Primarily brass, copper and bronze. Other compatible materials can be evaluated on request after a technical analysis.
Do you handle small and medium batches?+
Yes. Requests are evaluated based on geometry, quantity, required finish and production rate.
What information is needed for a quote?+
Material, quantity, photos or technical drawing, required finish and desired lead times.
Do you have components to rack-nickel-plate?
Send us material, quantity, required finish, photos or technical drawings and desired lead times. We'll reply with a tailored technical assessment.