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Reel-to-Reel Plating & Electroplating Services
At Composidie Inc., we uphold the values of quality, dedication, precision, and utmost customer confidentiality in our reel-to-reel plating department. We collaborate seamlessly with numerous companies and stamping houses, continually striving not only to earn your trust but to retain it.
High-volume reel-to-reel plating and reel-to-reel electroplating services engineered for precision, repeatability, and seamless integration with high-speed stamping and progressive die manufacturing.
Raw Materials Supplied by Customer or Purchased for Turnkey Solutions:
Stamped Contacts, Leadframes, and Heatsinks
These components form the backbone of many electronic devices and systems, and we can work with them to meet your specifications.
Flatstock
Flatstock reel-to-reel plating materials are versatile and can be transformed to suit various applications, offering flexibility and adaptability.
Prestamped Materials – Blank, Plate, Form
Our expertise extends to prestamped materials, including blanks, plates, and preformed components, ensuring efficient production processes.
Stamped Bandoliers
Bandoliers are a convenient method for handling small parts, and we can process stamped bandoliers to meet your requirements.
Screw Machine Parts on Bandolier
We specialize in working with screw machine parts on bandoliers, offering a streamlined approach to component production. Choose Composidie for your screw machine part reel-to-reel plating finishes.
Prototype Parts (Etch, Wire Cut)
For prototyping needs, we provide etching and wire cutting services, enabling the creation of accurate and reliable prototypes.
How We Work
Our Reel-to-Reel Plating & Electroplating Process
Our reel-to-reel plating process is engineered for high-volume production, applying consistent metal finishes to continuous strip components. From pre-cleaning and surface preparation through electroplating, rinsing, and post-treatment, every stage is monitored to maintain thickness accuracy, adhesion strength, and repeatable results.
Strip Preparation & Cleaning
Before reel-to-reel electroplating begins, the strip undergoes thorough cleaning and surface activation. This ensures optimal adhesion of metal finishes and removes contaminants that could impact plating performance or long-term reliability.
Selective & Full-Surface Plating
Our reel-to-reel plating lines support selective stripe, spot, and full-surface plating. This flexibility allows precise placement of gold, silver, nickel, or tin finishes only where required, reducing material waste and lowering overall production costs.
Deposit Thickness Control
Advanced process controls maintain tight tolerances on plating thickness across the entire strip. Real-time monitoring ensures metal finishes meet exact specifications, even at high production speeds.
In-Line Inspection
In-line inspection systems verify coverage, adhesion, and uniformity throughout the reel-to-reel electroplating cycle. This continuous quality oversight prevents variation before it reaches downstream operations.
Rinsing & Post-Treatment
After plating, components undergo controlled rinsing and post-treatment processes to enhance corrosion resistance and maintain surface integrity. These steps protect finished parts during handling and assembly.
Integrated Manufacturing Flow
Because reel-to-reel plating operates within our vertically integrated environment, stamped parts transition seamlessly from progressive die stamping to electroplating without leaving our facility, reducing lead times and simplifying supply chains.
Materials/Metal Finishes (with Specs and Descriptions):
Hard Gold
Known for its durability and corrosion resistance, hard gold plating is ideal for applications demanding a long-lasting and reliable finish.
Soft Gold
Soft gold plating offers excellent solderability and is suitable for applications requiring a delicate touch.
Pure Silver – Matte, Semi-Bright
Pure silver plating, available in matte and semi-bright finishes, provides high electrical conductivity and a clean appearance.
Silver-Tin Alloy (80/20)
Silver-tin alloy plating combines the benefits of both metals, offering conductivity and solderability.
Durable Silver
Durable silver plating features a low coefficient of friction, making it ideal for applications where lubrication is impractical.
Palladium
Palladium plating offers excellent corrosion resistance and is often used as an underlayer for gold or silver finishes.
Palladium-Nickel (80/20)
This alloy combines palladium and nickel, providing a robust and reliable plating option.
Indium
Indium plating is known for its softness and ductility. Choose indium plating when looking for applications requiring malleability.
Nickel
Nickel plating offers corrosion resistance and is often used as an underlayer for other finishes.
Nickel-Cobalt
Nickel-cobalt alloy plating combines the benefits of both metals, offering enhanced durability.
Electrolytic Nickel-Phosphorus
This plating provides excellent corrosion resistance and is commonly used in demanding environments.
Copper
Copper plating is valued for its electrical conductivity and is often used as a base layer for other finishes.
Pure Tin – Matte, Bright, Whisker-Mitigating, Reflow
Pure tin plating comes in various finishes, including matte and bright, and is known for its whisker-mitigating properties.
Tin-Lead – Matte, Bright, 90/10, 60/40
Tin-lead alloy plating, available in matte and bright finishes and various compositions, is a versatile choice for various applications.
Why Composidie
Benefits of Composidie Reel-to-Reel Plating & Electroplating
Composidie's reel-to-reel plating services deliver precision, efficiency, and scalability for high-volume manufacturing. By combining progressive stamping, in-house tooling, and reel-to-reel electroplating under one roof, we reduce supply chain complexity and maintain strict process control. Our metal finishes meet demanding electrical, mechanical, and corrosion-resistance requirements while supporting continuous production runs measured in millions of parts.
High-Volume Throughput
Continuous reel-to-reel electroplating supports sustained high-speed production while maintaining consistent metal finishes. Our systems are engineered for long runs without compromising plating thickness accuracy or adhesion strength.
Selective Plating Capabilities
Selective reel-to-reel plating reduces precious metal consumption by applying finishes only where performance requires them. This targeted electroplating approach lowers cost while preserving conductivity and durability.
Integrated Tooling & Stamping
In-house progressive die design ensures strip geometry aligns precisely with reel-to-reel electroplating requirements. This coordination improves plating accuracy and reduces scrap during high-volume production.
Consistent Quality Control
ISO-driven quality systems and in-line inspection maintain repeatable metal finishes throughout every reel-to-reel plating cycle, protecting customer specifications and production timelines.
Reduced Lead Times
Stamping, reel-to-reel electroplating, machining, and assembly operate within the same facility. This vertical integration shortens turnaround times and simplifies communication.
Cost Efficiency
Optimized chemistry management, selective plating strategies, and reduced handling help control production costs without compromising metal finish quality or reliability.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Reel-to-Reel Plating & Electroplating
Reel-to-reel plating is used in high-volume manufacturing of stamped contacts, terminals, connectors, leadframes, and electronic components. The process applies consistent metal finishes to continuous strip material, supporting tight thickness tolerances and electrical performance requirements. Reel-to-reel electroplating improves efficiency by reducing handling while maintaining precision across millions of parts.
Yes. Our reel-to-reel electroplating lines support selective stripe, spot, and full-surface plating configurations. This allows precious metal finishes such as gold or silver to be applied only where functional performance requires them. Selective reel-to-reel plating reduces overall material costs while maintaining electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and wear performance.
Yes. Composidie provides turnkey manufacturing solutions that integrate progressive die design, high-speed stamping, reel-to-reel plating, precision machining, and assembly. This vertically integrated structure ensures tight process alignment between stamping and electroplating operations. By maintaining everything under one roof, we reduce lead times, improve consistency, and simplify supply chain management for high-volume customers.
Our reel-to-reel plating services support automotive, aerospace, medical, electronics, energy, and industrial markets. These industries demand consistent metal finishes, tight tolerances, and high production throughput. Our reel-to-reel electroplating capabilities ensure repeatable quality across large volumes while meeting strict electrical and environmental performance standards.
Yes. We offer reel-to-reel electroplating for prototype and pilot production runs to validate plating thickness, adhesion, solderability, and corrosion resistance before scaling to full production. This ensures metal finishes perform as expected under real-world conditions while allowing design adjustments prior to high-volume manufacturing.
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