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Tool Science 101: Chrome Plating Part 2 – Cleaning

Tool Science 101: Chrome Plating Part 2 – Cleaning

A few weeks ago, we published a brief introductory post about chrome plating. To satisfy reader demands, we have decided to follow up that post with a more detailed series of posts about the different steps involved in a typical … Continue reading →

Posted in Tool Science 101 | Tagged , | Leave a comment | June 29th, 2009
Tool Science 101: Chrome Plating Part 1 – Introduction

Tool Science 101: Chrome Plating Part 1 – Introduction

As you might be well aware, most mechanics’ tools such as ratchets, sockets, and wrenches, are chrome (chromium) plated. This layer of chrome, although extremely thin, greatly enhances the properties of these tools.

Posted in Mechanics' Tools, Tool Science 101 | Tagged , | 4 Comments | June 18th, 2009