Properties: Deposits are resistant, at room temperature to:
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Salt Solutions, including Sea Water
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Nitric Acid
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Other Acids at pH above 1
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Atmospheres highly polluted with Sulfer Dioxide or Hydrogen Sulfide
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Neutral Solutions or Alkalis
Hardness of Deposit: 57 – 59 RC
Temperature Stability: Deposits are stable up to 320 degrees C (600 degrees F)
Solderability: Properties
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Comparable to Silver
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Excellent spread factor when used as an undercoat for Precious Metals
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Excellent after storage
Magnetic Properties: Non-Magnetic. Overall magnetism depends on base materials and undercoating.
Coefficient of Friction: Low, excellent for bearing surfaces. Self lubricating, resistant to galling when run on itself.
Appearance: Simulates Stainless Steel and is available in Bright, Semi-Bright, Brushed or Matte Finish.
Stress of Deposit: Normal Compressive. (0 – 40,000 psi)
Contact Resistance: Slightly Higher than Gold. After wear, equal or better than Gold.
Nobility: Negative 0.20 volts – similar to Nickel-base alloys or Titanium.