Surface Treatments

Surface finish is where a machined part goes from “raw aluminum” to “production-ready product”. We pair our in-house machining with a vetted network of ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 certified finishers, and we manage the entire process — masking, process routing, in-process inspection and final color/dimension verification. You get one part number, one invoice, one point of contact, and finish that matches your approved sample.

Precision machined parts with various anodized and plated finishes

Why Surface Finish Matters to Your Part

Beyond looks, the right surface treatment controls corrosion resistance, wear life, electrical contact, and how the part ages in the field. A poorly specified finish will cause color drift across production lots, thread locking after plating, or premature corrosion — all problems that show up after assembly, not at inspection. Our engineers flag these risks during DFM review, before we cut metal.

Our Core Finish Capabilities

1. Anodizing (Type II & Type III)

Electrochemical conversion coating that grows a hard, wear-resistant aluminum oxide layer. Type II is decorative and corrosion-resistant; Type III (hard coat) is engineered for sliding and wear surfaces.

  • Type II (decorative): 8–15 µm, available in black, clear, silver, gold, red, blue, green and custom RAL colors.
  • Type III (hard coat): 25–50 µm, dark gray, lubricity-enhanced with PTFE impregnation option.
  • Masking: threads, bearing surfaces and contact points are selectively masked to preserve dimensions.

Anodized aluminum color swatches: black, silver, gold, red, blue, green

2. Bead Blasting & Media Blasting

Creates a uniform matte satin finish that hides tool marks and provides a consistent base for anodizing. Available in fine (Ra 0.8), medium (Ra 1.6) and coarse (Ra 3.2) media.

Industrial bead blasting cabinet processing aluminum parts

Comparison of raw milled, bead blasted and black anodized aluminum

3. Passivation (Stainless Steel)

Acid treatment that removes free iron from stainless surfaces and promotes a passive chromium oxide layer, preventing rust and staining. Per ASTM A967 / AMS 2700. For 303, 304 and 316 parts in medical, food and marine applications.

Stainless steel parts on passivation line

4. Zinc & Nickel Plating

Electroplated zinc (clear / yellow / black chromate) or electroless nickel (8–12% phosphorus) for steel and brass parts. Provides corrosion protection up to 72–200 hours salt spray depending on chromate seal.

Zinc-nick plated steel brackets on electroplating rack

5. Powder Coating

Dry electrostatic powder applied to sheet metal enclosures and brackets, cured at 180–200°C. Wide RAL color range, durable chip-resistant finish, 60–120 µm thickness.

Powder coating spray booth applying white powder to enclosure

6. Laser Marking & Silk-Screen Printing

Permanent logos, legends, serial numbers and barcodes on any finish. Laser marking on anodize produces crisp high-contrast marks; silk-screen is used for larger graphics on panels.

Laser engraved logo and serial number on black anodized panel

Finish Selection Guide

Finish Materials Thickness Salt Spray Typical Use
Type II Anodize Aluminum 8–15 µm 24–72 h Panels, housings, decorative parts
Type III Hard Coat Aluminum 25–50 µm 100–200 h Wear surfaces, slides, pistons
Bead Blast + Anodize Aluminum 10–15 µm 48–96 h Consumer electronics, audio gear
Passivation Stainless 303/304/316 — 200–500 h Medical, food, marine
Zinc Plating Steel / Brass 8–15 µm 48–96 h Fasteners, brackets
Electroless Nickel Steel / Aluminum 10–25 µm 100–300 h Mold inserts, wear parts
Powder Coat Sheet metal 60–120 µm 300–500 h Enclosures, outdoor equipment

Buyer FAQs

How do you handle thread holes during anodizing / plating?

We apply protective wax or silicone caps to all threaded holes and bearing surfaces before finishing. After finishing, threads are gauged again to confirm they are within tolerance.

Can you match a specific color or Pantone / RAL code?

Yes. For repeat orders we keep a color chip from your approved sample in our records. First-time custom colors require a 1–2 sample run before production, usually adding 2–3 days.

How much does anodizing change part dimensions?

Type II anodize grows roughly half the coating thickness above the original surface. We compensate on drawing critical dimensions by half the specified coating thickness before machining.

What We Machine With This Process

Real components shipped to overseas buyers — not generic stock photos.

Anodizing (Type II & III)

Anodizing (Type II & III)

Clear, black, color and hard coat. Type II up to 25 µm, Type III up to 50 µm.

Plating Services

Plating Services

Zinc, nickel, chrome, tin and electroless nickel for connectors and fasteners.

Color Anodizing

Color Anodizing

Blue, red, gold, green, purple. Consistent dye anodize for audio and 3C.

Bead Blast & Matte

Bead Blast & Matte

Uniform matte texture. Hides machining marks and fingerprints.

Powder Coating & Painting

Powder Coating & Painting

Durable RAL colors, textured and smooth finishes. Corrosion-resistant.

Laser Marking & Passivation

Laser Marking & Passivation

Permanent logos, serial numbers. Stainless passivation per ASTM A967.

Why Buyers Choose Rejin CNC for This Process

Six reasons engineering teams send us drawings instead of another quote request.

±0.005

Micron-Level Tolerance

Hold ±0.005 mm on critical features with in-process probing and CMM first-article reports on every batch.

24h

Quote & DFM in 24 Hours

A senior engineer reviews your drawing — not a sales rep. We flag tolerance, undercut and cost drivers before quoting.

3-7d

Fast Prototype Delivery

1–10 piece prototypes ship in 3–7 days. Rush 24-hour service available for urgent development cycles.

200+

In-House Capacity

200+ CNC mills, lathes and 5-axis machines under one roof. No subcontracting — we control quality and lead time.

60+

Countries Served

Door-to-door DHL/FedEx or sea freight. Full tracking, customs handled, FBA-ready packaging on request.

NDA

Your Drawings Are Safe

Standard NDA before quoting. Files stored on encrypted internal servers, never shared or reused.

QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM

Precision Inspection In Every Production Stage

CMM 3D precision inspection

01 CMM 3D Precision Inspection

Verify critical dimensions, hole positions and complex GD&T geometric tolerances via professional CMM equipment. Full 3D scanning avoids assembly defects for complex machined components.

In-process dimensional verification

02 In-process Dimensional Verification

Continuous in-process dimensional testing with precision measuring tools. Early defect identification minimizes scrap risk during mass OEM production.

Surface finish and visual inspection

03 Surface Finish & Visual Inspection

Strict inspection on surface finish, scratches, burrs and coating defects. Meet strict appearance requirements of aluminum alloy housings.

First Article Inspection

04 First Article Inspection (FAI)

Standardized first article inspection before mass production. Deliver formal FAI reports to stabilize dimensional consistency for bulk orders.

Raw material traceability

05 Raw Material Traceability Management

Complete material certification & batch records. All machined parts can trace back to raw material source for IATF 16949 automotive compliance.

Final functional performance check

06 Final Functional Performance Checks

Comprehensive final functional inspections to identify hidden defects that dimension testing cannot catch, guarantee stable part performance.

Salt spray corrosion test on CNC machined parts

07 Salt Spray Corrosion Test

Neutral salt spray chamber evaluates anti-corrosion performance of anodized, plated and coated CNC parts, verifying long-term outdoor and humid-environment durability to ASTM B117 standards.

Aging and pressure durability test equipment

08 Aging & Pressure Durability Test

Simulate real-world working conditions — temperature cycling, vibration and repeated load — to verify long-term mechanical reliability and prevent premature field failure of precision machined components.

Quality, Engineering & Logistics — Built for Global Buyers

IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified CNC machine shop

IATF 16949 & ISO 9001 Certified

Fully certified quality management system. Every batch ships with material certificates and inspection reports you can trust.

DFM engineering team reviewing CAD drawings

Free DFM Engineering Support

Our engineers review every drawing upfront — flagging tolerances, undercuts and cost drivers before a single chip is cut.

Secure packaging and global shipping for CNC parts

Secure Packaging & Global Shipping

Custom foam, wooden crates and FBA-ready packaging. Door-to-door freight to 60+ countries with full tracking.

SIMPLE PROCESS

What Happens After You Click Send?

1
Inquiry Received

Your message lands directly with our senior engineers — instantly acknowledged.

2
Engineer Review

We study your requirements and propose a workable solution with material & process options.

3
Quote Within 24h

Detailed quotation with specs, options and lead time — no hidden fees.

4
Sample & Production

Approve the sample, then we mass-produce with full QC and on-time shipping.

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