Wide range of design options
Complete range from a bright, clear appearance to darker shades
Sustainable Cr(VI)-free solution
ELV, WEEE, ROHS, REACH-compliant
High corrosion resistance
For the highest industry standards
- Trendsetting design options for decorative applications
- Complete color range – from bright to dark finishes
- Cr(VI)-free – simple handling and increased worker safety
- Sustainable solution (ELV, WEEE, ROHS, REACH-compliant)
- High corrosion resistance (NSS/CASS)
- For plastic and metal applications
- Highly suitable for applications in the automotive, sanitary, consumer and electronic goods industries
- Suitable for metal-based applications, plating on plastics and Ni-free intermediate layers such as white bronze
TriChrome family
Cr(VI)-free decorative chrome plating
MKS’ Atotech trivalent chromium processes for decorative applications – the TriChrome family – offer a sustainable alternative to hexavalent chromium plating. With over 30 years of global use, TriChrome processes are suitable for metal-based applications, plating on plastics, and Ni-free intermediate layers such as white bronze.
The product range covers the entire color spectrum, from a bright, clear appearance to darker shades, providing designers with extensive design freedom.
TriChrome deposits deliver unique alloy properties, enabling color adjustments and offering high corrosion resistance.
TriChrome processes can be combined with MKS’ Atotech satin nickel processes for innovative solutions. Additionally, all TriChrome processes are compatible with the TriChrome Ion Exchanger Unit, which increases electrolyte life and remove metallic impurities, ensuring top-quality results. Our commitment to meeting stringent legislative requirements helps set design benchmarks with TriChrome’s color options.
What inspires us
Why we developed the TriChrome® family
Your challenge
The interest in sustainable surface finishing is growing due to regulations such as RoHS, ELV, WEEE or REACH, as well as increased environmental, health and safety awareness. However, the demand for surfaces with a Cr(VI)-like appearance and excellent corrosion protection is coming from all industries where decorative applications are required.
Our solution
Our trivalent chromium processes for decorative applications are a sustainable alternative to hexavalent chromium plating. The TriChrome product line fulfills the highest design requirements and offers a broad range of different shades. It also offers excellent corrosion protection.
Elevate your designs with TriChrome
Endless possibilities, timeless elegance
At MKS’ Atotech, we offer a diverse broad range of TriChrome finishes, each designed to complement different materials and surfaces, allowing for endless design possibilities. Our TriChrome family of colors is crafted to create a wide array of moods and atmospheres, from sophisticated elegance to dynamic innovation. By pairing these unique finishes with various modern materials, we help our customers bring their creative visions to life, whether for automotive interiors, fashion accessories, home appliances, or more. Explore how TriChrome can elevate your designs, offering both aesthetic appeal and functional versatility to meet the demands of any industry.
TriChrome Family – at a glance
TriChrome Ice – This hue is the closest match to the clean, specular finish of hexavalent chromium, capturing its polished, metallic brilliance. With its radiant shine or silky satin variation, TriChrome Ice reflects light in a way that enhances modern, minimalistic designs, offering a sleek, high-performance look that embodies both precision and elegance.
TriChrome Ice
Closest color to hexavalent chrome
Universal Connection – A metallic surface with high reflectivity mirrors light, creating fluid color shifts influenced by sunsets, starlit skies, and rain. Droplets of dispersed light unify elements, showcasing harmony between materials and light.
Luminous Fog – A surreal environment, where clarity blends with abstraction. Softened shadows and indistinct shapes invite exploration of innovative design possibilities, challenging traditional aesthetics and offering beauty in undefined forms beyond clear visibility.
Chromatic Vitality – Bold browns meet earthy warmth and sleek chrome, creating a balanced, elegant palette. Rich textures and tones blend seamlessly for a timeless, grounded yet refined aesthetic that’s visually captivating.
Luminous Mystery – A fiery palette of bold, lava-like hues captures sporty energy and raw power. Glowing elements bridge nature’s forces with modern innovation, creating an intense, dynamic fusion of natural beauty and contemporary design.
TriChrome Plus – This bright, clear hue offers a vibrant, crisp finish that enhances contemporary designs with its luminous clarity. Its clean, radiant appearance adds a refreshing lightness, creating a striking contrast against darker tones or complementing a range of colors. TriChrome Plus brings a sense of freshness and precision, making it ideal for designs that demand a bright, polished edge.
TriChrome Plus
Bright, clear color, high speed, CaCl2 resistant
TriChrome Smoke 2 – This warm grey tone offers a soft, subtle elegance with a hint of depth. Its gentle warmth creates a welcoming ambiance, blending seamlessly into any design. The nuanced shade adds sophistication while maintaining a sense of understated refinement, making it the perfect foundation for a space that feels both inviting and authoritative.
TriChrome Smoke 2
Grey, warm color
TriChrome Shadow – This dark cool grey exudes strength and authority. Its deep, shadowed tone creates a powerful presence, offering a sense of sophistication and depth. The cool undertones enhance its dramatic appeal, making it the perfect choice for designs that demand a bold, refined atmosphere with an air of timeless grandeur.
TriChrome Shadow
Grey, cool color
Titan Drops – A deep grey finish blends elegance with luxury, enhancing designs with refined allure. Exuding opulence and exclusivity, it elevates products and vehicles, embodying timeless sophistication and exceptional craftsmanship.
Fluid Chrome – A deep grey chrome finish exudes luxury and elegance, enhancing designs with a refined allure. Rich in depth and exclusivity, it transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, perfect for infusing creations with opulent sophistication.
TriChrome Titan – This cool grey hue exudes a sleek, contemporary sophistication. Its understated, slightly muted tone creates a refined backdrop, adding depth and contrast to any design. The cool undertones offer a sense of calm and modernity, making it an ideal choice for spaces that seek a bold yet balanced atmosphere.
TriChrome Titan
Dark grey, cool color
TriChrome Graphite – Part of the classic color collection, this elegant hue imparts a timeless quality to surfaces. The deep, warm grey creates a mysterious atmosphere, serving as a dramatic backdrop with striking flair. Ideal for maximalist designs, it adds depth and sophistication, enhancing any space with its bold, refined presence.
TriChrome Graphite
Dark, warm color
Watery Graphite – A soft, muted shine blends smoothness with rugged texture, evoking mystery and familiarity. Its subtle contrast and hidden depths create quiet exclusivity, embodying understated luxury and timeless appeal.
Moon Explorer – Blending “moon dust” with cosmic elegance, this concept offers an otherworldly allure. Imaginative details inspire awe, redefining design with captivating visuals and a story that feels both ethereal and uniquely original.
Grounding Surfaces – Earthy tones of beige, sand, and copper meet metallic sheen, blending rugged textures with polished elegance. This fusion of raw charm and sophistication reflects grounded beauty and timeless grace, redefining contemporary design.
Woody Fusion – Blending rich wood and sleek chrome, this design unites natural warmth with modern refinement. It balances elegance and comfort, creating an inviting atmosphere of timeless appeal that feels both sophisticated and welcoming.
TriChrome Phantom – This refined shade offers a rich and dark shimmering finish that comes to life in the sunlight. With its classic elegance, it seamlessly blends with both metallic and non-metallic surfaces, creating a smooth, harmonious gradient. The result is a captivating, versatile finish that enhances any design with its understated sophistication.
