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ZE3010 is a two stage process that involves plating, then subsequently coating the magnet. This leads to a durable finish that exhibits outstanding properties in the areas of:

a) Corrosion Resistance (high corrosion environments)
b) Abrasion Resistance (medium abrasion)
c) Chemical Resistance
d) Versatility

ZE3010 is applied to all surfaces of the product. Masking is not offered. The magnet may NOT be used with mechanical or chemical etching. The application of the epoxy coating is primarily done to seal the magnets from high humidity environments, while the metallic coating provides the strongest barrier to surface corrosion.

Typical Functional Performance
Pencil Hardness	2H (epoxy top layer only)
Taber Abrasion (CS-17F Wheel, 1 kg. Load, ASTM D-1044, D-51)	45 mg/1000 Cycles (epoxy top layer only).
Corrosion Resistance
Salt Spray, ASTM B-117 (Steel Q-panels, zinc phosphate, .5 mil film thickness, nominal)	500 Hours +

Chemical Resistance Guide	Splash/Spill	Immersion
Acids	Good	Fair
Solvents	Good	Good
Inorganic Salts	Excellent	Excellent
Water	Excellent	Excellent

ZE3010 is only offered on large production runs (quantities in excess of 1000 pcs, total product weight must exceed 500 lbs.) of Neodymium Iron Boron magnets. Note that a R.010"(min) on all edges is required. This process is not offered when sharp edges are desired.

TDS:ZE3010 Rev 1 (03/21/00) 

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