Why copper plating is indispensable in electroplating technology
A multitude of possibilities
At Rieger Metallveredlung, we know from years of experience how important copper is as an intermediate layer in various industries. In this blog post, we would like to explain why copper plating is indispensable and what advantages it offers.
Copper is a remarkable metal with outstanding properties such as thermal and electrical conductivity. These properties make it an extremely versatile material that is widely used in the electrical, plumbing and automotive industries. As a pioneer in electroplating technology, we use these properties to offer first-class copper plating processes.
Copper plating is a key step in electroplating, in which copper is applied as an intermediate layer on various surfaces. This process forms the basis for further galvanic coatings such as nickel plating, chrome plating and tin plating. At Rieger Metallveredlung, we use state-of-the-art technologies to offer our customers both fully automatic and manual systems.
Copper plating surfaces has numerous advantages. For example, a copper layer provides improved adhesive strength on various base materials such as steel and brass. Copper is particularly suitable as an intermediate layer for zinc die casting. Copper layers are also easy to polish, which makes for an attractive appearance and a smooth surface. Aesthetic requirements play a decisive role in the automotive and lighting industries in particular, which is why we attach great importance to high-quality copper plating processes.
However, copper offers more than just technical advantages. Its good electrical conductivity makes it particularly suitable for applications in the electrical industry. Copper also has a natural antibacterial effect, which makes it particularly important in the sanitary industry.
The possible applications of copper-plated surfaces are extremely diverse. In addition to preparing zinc die castings for galvanic coatings such as nickel plating, chrome plating and tin plating, copper coatings can also be used as a filler to polish out porous base material. They can also be used for decorative reasons, as they are aesthetically pleasing due to their reddish color and the possibility of coloring. Quality and sustainability are our top priorities. We guarantee high product quality through strict quality controls and environmentally conscious production processes.
