Hyde Coatings, Hyde Group’s specialist in-house provider of surface treatments, is now qualified to process Airbus parts with SurTec 650, with other authorisations to follow. Offering a cutting-edge, environmentally chemical compliant conversion coating, free of hexavalent chromium, SurTec 650 delivers critical advantages for aerospace parts and assemblies, making it a strategic choice for the sector.
Here’s why SurTec 650 stands out for aerospace applications:
Enhanced corrosion resistance: SurTec 650 provides exceptional long-term corrosion protection, ensuring durability in harsh environments - key for aerospace parts subject to extreme conditions.
Electrical conductivity: Unlike traditional coatings, SurTec 650 preserves conductivity, essential for components requiring grounding and electrostatic protection without compromising on corrosion resistance.
Eco-friendly compliance: As a trivalent chromium solution, SurTec 650 aligns with the latest environmental standards, including RoHS compliance, providing a safer, sustainable alternative to hexavalent chromium-based coatings.
Paint adhesion: The coating also improves paint adhesion, enhancing finish quality and lifespan for parts that require additional coating layers.
Airbus Specification AIPI02-05-007 Chemical Conversion Coating by immersion for AA5xxx and AA6xxx aluminium alloys.
MIL-DTL-5541 Chemical Conversion Coating Type II Class 3 and MIL-DTL-81706 Type II Class 3 Form I Method C on AA5xxx, AA6xxx and 7xxx Aluminium Alloys.
Hyde Coatings’ qualification for this advanced process is testament to their commitment to high standards, sustainability, and the latest in aerospace technology. Their expertise in SurTec 650 applications supports the industry’s shift toward more sustainable, high-performance materials, setting a new standard for quality and compliance.