Electroless Nickel Plating (Kanigen®)

Kanigen is electroless Nickel plating process (EN plating),
can control plating thickness film with high accuracy to overall parts and can provide various abilities such as high hardness, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, etc.

Electroless nickel plating (Kanigen®)

Kanigen (Electroless Nickel plating: EN plating) generate glossy smooth Nickel plating film to overall parts surface.

It is possible to plate on various types of material and various forms of components. It has superior qualities in thickness uniformity, corrosion resistance and abrasion resistance. Electroless plating intends to prolong the life of the material itself and further improve the material’s characteristics.

Name “Kanigen” was adopted by combining the first syllable from the words C(K): Catalytic, Ni: Nickel and Gen: Generation Kanigen has been registered as Trademark of Electroless Plating in Japan by Nihon Kanigen (Group Company of Nihon Parkerizing)

QUALITY STANDARDS

Thai Parker has continuously improved and developed our production processes and management system until we received the quality and environmental management system certifications.

  • ISO 9001-TOTAL SITE (2024-2027)
  • ISO14001

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ico-feature Feature
  • Smooth coating of surface
  • Amorphous(non-porous) plating film
  • Available apply to Steel and Aluminium.
  • High hardness
  • Uniform coating overall surface even for complicated shape
  • Available tight range thickness control
  • High anticorrosion ability
  • Wear resistance
  • Against high temporary and high alkaline condition
ico-application Application
  1. Automotive / motorcycle parts
    Engine piston, Delivery pipe, Fuel pipe, Turbo-charger

    Drive/ Transmission parts
    Pinion shaft, EPS shaft, CVT parts, Difference washer, Power steering parts, Clutch cam plate and Hub

    Suspension/Brake parts
    Break piston, Wheel cylinder, Drum break, Anchor pin, ABS/ASC parts.
  2. Electrical parts/components
    Lead frame, Air conditioning part (Scroll, Shoe, Vane), Airbag ECU parts, power control unit PCU.
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Frequently Asked Questions

A:

The main difference is that EN does not require an external electric current; instead, it uses an autocatalytic chemical reaction where a reducing agent (like sodium hypophosphite) supplies electrons to the nickel ions (Ni2+). The most significant advantages are:

  • Coating Uniformity: EN provides a deposit of uniform thickness across the entire workpiece, even in complex shapes, holes, or recessed areas, which is challenging for electroplating.
  • Coating Properties: EN deposits are typically Nickel-Phosphorus (Ni-P), offering excellent Corrosion Resistance and Hardness which can be further enhanced with heat treatment.

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The phosphorus content directly influences the properties of the ENP layer. It can be categorized into three main levels which are highly relevant in current applications:

  • High-Phos (>10% P): Provides maximum corrosion resistance (in acidic or salt environments) and is non-magnetic.
  • Mid-Phos (5-9% P): Offers a balance between hardness and corrosion resistance.
  • Low-Phos (1-4% P): Provides the highest hardness and excellent wear resistance. It is often used for high-abrasion applications.

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Heat treatment (Baking) is a crucial post-plating step with two main objectives:

  1. Increase Hardness: Heat causes the amorphous structure of the Nickel-Phosphorus layer to transform into a crystalline structure containing Ni3P precipitates. This significantly increases the hardness and improves wear resistance.
  2. Improve Adhesion: Heat aids the diffusion of atoms at the interface between the coating and the substrate, thereby enhancing the coating's adhesion to the base material, especially for steel and aluminum.