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Assuring Chrome Plate Integrity
I work for a company that is a tier 1 to DCX. I am the engineer responsible for a switch being launched in MY '05. The switch of interest has a chrome plated handle. This "chromed" handle has a cam feature which will create the tactile feel for the switch. The other interacting parts is plastic roller. I want to be sure that the chrome plating on the cam surface will not pre-maturely wear during the life of the switch. We have tested the switch and it passes three times life. How can I be assured that the integrity of the chrome is always going to be what I am receiving now? What test would you recommend I use to ensure this integrity (measure thickness, peel test, ?).
Any help would be appreciated,
Engineer, 1st tier automotive - Canton, Massachusetts
2004
Do all the tests every time.
Khozem Vahaanwala
Saify Ind
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
2004
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