Hard Chrome Plating Proven Surface Restoration for Wear, Corrosion, and Precision Fit
For decades, hard chrome plating has been the industry standard for restoring worn components, providing a durable, low-friction surface that resists wear, corrosion, and galling. We take chrome plating further—combining precision processes with deep remanufacturing expertise to deliver coatings that last in the toughest environments.
Whether you’re repairing hydraulic rods, restoring sealing surfaces, or extending the life of rotating shafts and rollers, our industrial-grade hard chrome solutions return your components to OEM specifications—with faster turnaround and better quality than OEM replacements.
Common Applications
- Hydraulic Cylinder Rods (suspension, lift, tilt, boom)
- Pins, Rods & Pivot Components
- Industrial Rollers (Guide Rolls, Idlers, Anvils)
- Shafts & Sleeves
- Sealing & Bearing Surfaces
Our Hard Chrome Capabilities
- Precision plating for components up to 30’ length & 30” diameter
- Build-up for worn or undersized parts before final grind
- High-hardness coatings with excellent wear and corrosion resistance
- Integrated grinding and polishing for tight tolerances and smooth finishes
- Multi-layer and deep-repair options when standard plating isn’t enough
Make High Tech Reman your plating partner
- More than just plating—we’re a full remanufacturing facility
- Expertise in handling large-diameter and long-stroke components
- Faster turnarounds compared to typical chrome shops
- Options for weld overlay + chrome when base material is compromised
- Serving heavy equipment, industrial manufacturing, steel mills, and more
Hard Chrome Plating FAQ Topics
What is hard chrome plating, and how does it differ from decorative chrome?
Hard chrome plating is an industrial wear-resistant coating used to restore precision surfaces and extend part life, while decorative chrome is a thin cosmetic finish applied for appearance only.
What thickness ranges do you typically apply?
Typical hard chrome deposit thicknesses range from 0.0005” to 0.010” per side, depending on wear severity, base metal condition, and service environment. We apply higher thicknesses for certain applications, including specific roller applications.
How does chrome improve wear and corrosion resistance?
Hard chrome forms a dense, low-friction surface that resists abrasion, galling, and corrosion — ideal for hydraulic rods, industrial rollers, and tooling surfaces.
Can chrome be applied over welds or overlays?
Yes. We routinely apply chrome over weld overlays, buildup repairs, and remanufactured surfaces after precision grinding to ensure uniform thickness and adhesion.
How do you strip old chrome before replating?
Our reverse electrolysis stripping process safely removes existing chrome without damaging the base metal, allowing for clean replating and consistent adhesion.
How do you ensure adhesion between the base and chrome deposit?
We use controlled surface activation, etching, and current density sequencing to create a strong metallurgical bond between the substrate and the chrome layer.
What surface finish or roughness can be achieved?
After plating and polishing, our typical surface finishes are 4–12 Ra microinch, with superfinishing to 1 Ra microinch and below achievable. These finishes allow us to meet the most demanding requirements for hydraulic, bearing, and sealing surfaces.
What are common failure modes (peeling, microcracks) and how do you prevent them?
Issues such as flaking, microcracking, or poor adhesion are eliminated through precise current control, optimized bath chemistry, and surface preparation tailored to each substrate.
Do you offer blasted finishes for roughness, such as for corondum?
Yes. We can produce blasted, matte, or corundum-textured chrome finishes when increased traction or bonding surface roughness is required.
What are your size and weight capabilities?
Our plating capabilities include length up to 30 feet, diameter up to 30”, and weights up to 10,000 lbs.
Our Services
Expansive in-house capabilities allow us to keep all facets of the chrome plating and repair process under our control.
