Electroplating

Electroplating is a precise electrochemical process used to deposit a microscopic layer of metal (like zinc, nickel, or chromium) onto a conductive surface, such as a steel tube.

The Physics: The steel tube is submerged in a chemical electrolyte bath and connected to the negative terminal of a power supply (making it the cathode). A piece of the coating metal acts as the positive anode.

The Result: Direct electrical current forces the metal ions to migrate through the liquid and bond to the steel, creating a highly uniform, aesthetically pleasing, and protective finish.