ELECTROLYTIC PLATING OF BLACK CHROMIUM ON METALS,
Abstract:
Methods of electrolytic plating of metals with black chromium from electrolytes containing chromic acid and activator substances are known. When such substances are not present, hydrogen is given off from the cathode and the deposition of chromium does not take place. The proposed method is distinguished by the use of an electrolyte containing in gramsliter chromic acid CrO3, 150-400 the fluorine compound cryolite Na3AlF6, 0.1-0.4 a compound of iron oxylate 15-75 and chromium protector 1.5-3 at c.d.5-15 Asq dm with a short period 1-2 minutes initial current pulse of c.d.25-50 Asq dm to obtain a uniform matte coating. Fluorides cryolite serve as the activating agents. Iron salts oxylate improve the coating power of the solution and decrease the luster of the coating. The coatings have a deep-black color and possess good protective qualities and adequate mechanical durability. Author