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Anoplate Processes:_AnoBlack EC/EC7

Source: Anoplate Corporation
AnoBlack 'EC' and 'EC7' are electrolytic coloring processes for blackening anodized 6000 and 7000 series aluminum alloys
One of a family of proprietary black coatings for optical and decorative use

AnoBlack 'EC' and 'EC7' are electrolytic coloring processes for blackening anodized 6000 and 7000 series aluminum alloys. Blackening is accomplished using inorganic metallic salts (not organic dyes) and thus is 100% smut-free and will not fade under extremes of light or temperature.

In addition, the AnoBlack 'EC' and AnoBlack 'EC7' coatings will not outgas in vacuum environment applications.

AnoBlack 'EC' and 'EC7' coatings meet MIL-A-8625, Type II, Class 2 for black sulfuric anodize and have been approved by major aerospace manufacturers for space vehicle applications where emissivity and the ability to withstand high temperatures, 500'F (240'C), are critical.

2000 series alloys, such as 2024, do not lend themselves to blackening using the AnoBlack 'EC' or 'EC7' processes.

RECOMMENDED USAGE

  • any application where the parts are subjected to extreme light such as any outdoor environment, space vehicle cooling, and space vehicle antennas
  • optical applications using either ultraviolet or infrared light in which the black color must not fade or be bleached
  • applications where stringent cleanliness is critical such as in semiconductor mfg. where the 'no smut' coating is required
  • medical devices which are subjected to heat and aggressive cleaning environment such as peroxide which is necessary for sterilization

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