A nitrated white layer very brittle and extremely hard. It creates issues in mechanical usage and in most cases must be removed.

South West Metal Finishing offers a high quality white layer removal service across a range of materials and sectors.

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White Layer Removal

A brittle layer, commonly called the white layer, is found on the surfaces after nitriding and should be removed from running or bearing surfaces. The depth of the white layer depends on the the precise nitriding cycle and the depth of nitriding used.

SWMFs white layer removal can be effectively applied to a wide range of components types, sizes, and metals.

Example Specifications

RPS 278 (REPLACED BY RRP 51009)

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Methods

The White layer may be removed by one of the following methods :

  • Honing or lapping
  • Vacu-blasting in accordance with WHPS 256 Method 3B using 180/220 mesh alumina grit.
  • Grinding. When grinding is used we take great care to ensure no grinding cracks are formed.

Properties of White Layer Removal

Effective

Removes the white layer created during the nitriding process without producing undesirable results

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Strong

Increases the steel’s propensity towards spalling or chipping

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Sectors

Surface treatment services to the aerospace and other high technology sectors.

Surface Coatings

We offer an extensive range of coating services including Electroplating, Electroless Plating, Anodising, Conversion Coatings, Paint and Non Destructive Testing.

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