Industrial Tin-Lead Plating
Tin-lead, often referred to as solder plate, is commonly applied in soldering applications. The proportion of tin to lead determines the melting point of the coating. Standard ratios include 60/40, 90/10, and 93/7. Among these, 60/40 melts at the lowest temperature of about 374 °F (190 °C), while 90/10 melts at around 421 °F (217 °C).
The key benefits of tin-lead plating are its strong solderability, resistance to corrosion, and ability to minimize tin whisker growth, which frequently occurs with pure tin. These whisker-like pieces of crystalized tin can develop on the metal over time, potentially leading to electronic failure by bridging conductive paths and creating short circuits, so having a solution that reduces the formation of whiskers is ideal.
We work with the following specifications:
- ASTM B-579
- AMS-P-81728
- Mil-P-81728
4 Key Benefits of Tin-Lead Electroplating
Industrial tin-lead plating offers so many benefits, especially in the realm of electronics and specialized industrial applications:
- Solderability – Tin-lead melts at relatively low temperatures, making components easier to solder and reducing the thermal stress on sensitive parts.
- Ductility – If you’re looking for a finish that can withstand bending and forming operations without cracking, tin-lead is your answer.
- Corrosion resistance – Tin plating adds a physical barrier to parts, preventing agents like moisture and oxygen from reaching the underlying substrate. This is ideal for metals like steel, copper, and their alloys.
- Cost-effectiveness – When compared to other metals like silver and gold, tin-lead electroplating offers a more affordable alternative that provides good electrical conductivity at a lower cost.
Work with General Metal Finishing
General Metal Finishing is comprised of a team of experts in specification plating. For over 50 years, we have been serving the aerospace, defense, electronics, medical, and general industrial fields, along with other industries.
In addition to tin-lead electroplating, we also focus on materials like gold, palladium, nickel, tin, and other plated materials. Our experience has allowed us to thrive in the field, and companies come to us for our quality, expertise, and proven results.
Contact Us for Tin-Lead Electroplating Services!
If you have any questions for us on tin-lead electroplating, please reach out. Our team is standing by to deliver the right solution.
