Electroplating & Surface Finishing
🔧 Electroplating Racks, Jigs & PCB Fixtures
Modular frame assemblies with spring-loaded spline contacts (V-prongs), thumb-screw clamps, high-density edge grips, and hollow square spline main bars for structural support
What is Electroplating Racks, Jigs & PCB Fixtures?
🔧 Electroplating Racks, Jigs & PCB Fixtures represents a complete system of precision titanium components engineered for Electroplating & Surface Finishing applications. Modular frame assemblies with spring-loaded spline contacts (V-prongs), thumb-screw clamps, high-density edge grips, and hollow square spline main bars for structural support The system integrates 4 distinct component types manufactured through 3 specialized processes.
Key manufacturing processes for this system include CNC machining CP Ti for plating rack geometry, TIG welding Ti filler with Class 6g gauge, Pickling and passivation with Class 6g gauge, Continuity test <1 mOhm with Class 6g gauge, TIG welding Ti filler for net-shape tolerance, each selected and qualified to meet component-specific requirements.
Engineering & Design Principles
Material: Grade 9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V) is the standard for spring-loaded contacts due to its high yield strength and excellent spring-back properties. Grade 2 for structural frame components requiring weldability and
Form: Bar/rod stock for spring contacts and splines. Sheet for clamp components. Wire for pin contacts. All spring contacts must be stress-relief annealed after forming to retain elasticity.
Standards & Material Specifications
Standards: ASTM B348 Grade 9 for springs / Grade 2 for frame, stress-relieved, 100% spring-back tested (1000 cycles)
Engineering Solution Blueprint
Landing Gear Structural Components
Aerospace · Defense
1 Part Feature Analysis
Large-section forged struts, links, and beams with complex internal bores, trunnion pins, and lug attachments
- ⚠️ Ultra-high tensile and compressive stress during landing
- ⚠️ Stress corrosion cracking from runway de-icing chemicals
- ⚠️ Impact fatigue from repeated landing cycles
- ⚠️ Weight reduction for fuel economy
2 Material Selection Rationale
Ti-1023 (Ti-10V-2Fe-3Al) — Beta alloy, ultra-high strength >1100MPa, high fracture toughness
Ti-1023 (Ti-10V-2Fe-3Al) offers >1100MPa yield strength with high fracture toughness (>60 MPa·m^1/2) for landing gear. Replaces high-strength steel at 40% weight saving. Beta-annealed for optimal SCC resistance.
3 Form Selection Rationale
Die Forging / Ring — for high-stress critical parts
Large press closed-die forging is mandatory for landing gear structural parts. Grain flow must follow the part contour for optimal fatigue life. Finish machining after heat treatment.
4 Manufacturing Process & Services
Core Processes:
Toll Processing Services:
Process Pitfalls:
- ⚠️ Ti-1023 is sensitive to inclusions — VAR double-melt mandatory for all landing gear stock
- ⚠️ Lug hole surface finish must be Ra<0.8um to prevent fatigue crack initiation under cyclic tension
5 Procurement Specifications
AMS 4984 Ti-1023, forged + solution + aged to >1100MPa, 100% UT Class A + MPI, AMS 2430 shot peened
Manufacturing Process Flow
5-axis CNC milling centers provide simultaneous multi-axis interpolation for complex titanium components. The ability to tilt the tool relative to the
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG) for titanium uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with argon shielding at the torch face, trailing shield, and
Press brake forming of titanium sheet uses CNC-controlled backgauges and variable-radius tooling to produce precision bends. Titanium's high springbac
Components in This System
| Component | Material |
|---|---|
| Titanium PCB Edge Grip | Grade 2 CP-Ti |
| Titanium Plating Crane Lifting Eye | Grade 2 CP-Ti |
| Titanium Plating Rack Cross Bar | Grade 2 CP-Ti |
| Titanium Plating Rack Thumb Screw | Grade 2 CP-Ti |
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Engineering Trends
- ▸ Process: Wire forming of V-prong spring contacts
- ▸ Process: CNC machining of thumb-screw clamps and brackets
- ▸ Process: TIG welding of frame assemblies
Related Manufacturing Capabilities
These specialized processes support Electroplating Racks, Jigs & PCB Fixtures component manufacturing.
One Metal. One Focus. Infinite Precision.
Founded in 2011 in Baoji's Titanium Valley, BOZE Metal is dedicated exclusively to titanium — from raw material to precision engineering. AS9100D, ISO 13485 & ISO 9001 certified with 500+ clients across Aerospace, Medical & Motorsport industries, we deliver end-to-end precision titanium CNC machining with full material traceability from source to component.
Boze Titanium Manufacturing Center is operated by Baoji Boze Metal Products Co., Ltd.