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Silkscreen on Anodize

I would like to know what people think about silkscreening (for example a putting a part number) on an anodized surface. Is there a spec that would address this?

Sharise Phelps
manufacturer - Wichita, KS, USA
2005

It will work fine if specified as part of the anodizing process. Silk screening that is integral to the anodizing won't come off even with sandpaper without a lot of effort. Silk screening on top of an anodized part probably won't be worth much.

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
2005

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