Aluminum POLISHING & BUFFING

Chicago Anodizing has the capability to polish and buff aluminum alloys to a #8 surface finish, supplying increased sheen and reflectivity, while also removing any tooling marks or imperfections in the metal. Aluminum polishing and buffing is done prior to anodizing and is beneficial for highly cosmetic requirements. This mechanical finish can be done on its own or can be administered prior to TYPE II (Sulfuric) and TYPE III (Hardcoat). For enhanced aesthetics, Chicago Anodizing’s proprietary Bright Dip Process can be administered post polishing. All of our custom colors are available post anodizing, as well.

SPECIFICATIONS:
#8 Surface Finish


ADVANTAGES:
Mirror like appearance
Enhanced brightness / sheen
Removal of various tool marks and imperfections


MATERIALS:
1100-0 Aluminum Alloy
2011, 2024 Aluminum Alloys
3002 Aluminum Alloy
5052 Aluminum Alloy
6061, 6063,6463 Aluminum Alloys
7075 Aluminum Alloy
Aluminum Die Cast Variations


APPLICABLE POST PROCESSES:
Masking, Type II Anodizing, Type III Anodizing, Bright Dip


PRETREATMENTS AVAILABLE:
Tumble Deburring, Acid Etching

Industries Served

Chicago Anodizing is privileged to work with customers from a variety of industries around the world.  Some of the industries we serve include automotive, aerospace, defense, firearm, tool storage, and medical among others.

Automotive

Aerospace

Defense

Firearm

Tool Storage

Medical

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