Engine Valves

Engine valve systems are hard chromium plated to provide excellent wear and a low coefficient of friction. The need to replace these components has been greatly reduced since the advent of this kind of surface coating.

 

Typical Process Sequence with Recommended Products:

Substrate

>> Steel

Cleaning

>> UniClean® or TRI-MAX® series

Activation

>> Etching in chromic acid solution

Plating

>> HEEF® 25 or HEEF® FC

Post Plate Finishing

>> Polishing