Get a positively smooth Finish with electropolish

Electropolish is an electrochemical polish applied primarily to stainless steel. The polishing action occurs in an acid solution with rectified low voltage applied to the anodic charged (+) part, resulting in the preferential removal of high points on the metal surface (both macro and micro projections). Actual results are affected by alloy, grain size, surface condition and material removed.

When done correctly, electropolish helps to:
• Passivate the metal.
• Produce an aesthetically pleasing specular surface.
• Deburr and break sharp edges.
• Increases lubricity.
• Remove Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM) recast layers.
• Remove hydrogen which contributes to metal fatigue and bacterial growth. Anaerobic bacteria, such as staphylococcus, are unable to
grow in an environment that is free of hydrogen.

Experience the
American Bright Works Advantage:
Quality Process
Our electropolishing process is specially designed to provide luster and remove surface stresses induced by the cutting, smearing and tearing action of mechanical stock removal or abrasive polishing. Our precision measuring tools and SPC capability produce consistent results.

Versatile
We electropolish a variety of metals. In addition to 300 series stainless steel, we also process 400 series stainless steel,
titanium and nitinol.

Equipped for Demanding Applications
American Bright Works has the expertise required to consistently electropolish parts for demanding applications such as stents, orthopedic implants and surgical tooling. Try our Ultra-E Process, widely used on orthopedic implants, for the most specular finish per metal removal unit of any electropolish process.

Increased Corrosion Protection
Passivation is more complete with electropolishing than with traditional methods. Our methods comply with the American Society for Testing and Materials ASTM-F86; in addition, we have developed special methods for removal of heat scale from 17-4 pH stainless steel.

We invite you to submit sample parts for a no-cost, no-obligation evaluation.