Why ABS Plastic?
ABS is a specially designed plastic (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) with properties suited to the metallising process enabling continuous production of high volume components. Benefits of Plating on ABS Plastic Substrates: Moulded ABS plastic components are substantially cheaper to manufacture than metal parts. They offer adequate strength and significant weight reduction is also a benefit in some instances. After plating there is no apparent difference visually between metal and plastic parts. Colour & Aesthetics: Almost all of our decorative finishes can be applied to ABS plastic with the current exception of E-coat. Applications of Plating on ABS Plastic Substrates: Automotive decals and trim, tap- ware, furniture trim, bathroom accessories, hardware accessories, some electrical fittings and many other items. Design Cautions: As this is an electrolytic process it is necessary to use jigging, racking or wiring to provide for electrical current conductivity. Some shapes and designs
