Plating Services

DOWA's Plating Method

Among various plating methods, DOWA applies the reel-to-reel plating method.
Compared to other plating methods such as rack plating and barrel plating, in which individual parts are plated after stamping, the reel-to-reel plating method allows for high productivity and excellent quality stability.

[Reel-to-Reel Plating Method]

Plating Lineup in Mexico

[Plating Lineup and Available Material Sizes]

Plating Type Material Thickness
(mm)
Material Width
(mm)
Plating Thickness
Ag (Silver)Overall, Selective0.1 - 1.210 - 1200.2 - 5.0μm
Sn (Tin) Bright/Matte/ReflowOverall, Selective0.1 - 1.210 - 1200.3 - 5.0μm
Ni (Nickel)Overall, Selective0.1 - 1.210 - 1200.1 - 2.0μm
Cu (Copper)
Undercoat
Overall, Selective0.1 - 1.210 - 1200.1 - 0.6μm

[Available Material Types]

Type : Copper-based materials (Copper, Brass, Phosphor bronze, etc.)
Size : 0.1 – 1.0mm (thickness) and 10 – 120mm (width)
Shape : The reel-to-reel pre-plating (on bare strip), The reel-to-reel post-plating (on stamped strip)

  • DOWA can plate on copper and copper alloy strip, as well as stamped materials.
    Plating can be applied on not only our own materials but also a variety of other materials. Please contact us for more details.

Plating Layout Examples

Plating in Mexico could save Time and Cost

We are a company capable of reel-to-reel plating process, which is rarely seen in Mexico.
If you are currently plating in the U.S. or other countries, we may be able to reduce transportation costs and lead time by performing the plating process at our company, thereby enabling integrated processing of stamping, plating, and molding in Mexico.

If plating in the U.S.

Material

Stamping

Plating

Stamping & Molding

What can be achieved with plating at DOWA

Material

Stamping

Plating

Stamping & Molding

Through the supply of our high-quality plating products,
we create a high-level materials supply chain in Mexico
and offer a new and valuable option for the North American automotive market.

Global Technical Standards

DOWA’s electroplating business is conducted at four bases: the mother plant in Japan, two bases in Thailand, and one in Mexico.

All of our bases set processing conditions in accordance with DOWA’s global technical standards. Therefore, we are able to guarantee the same quality worldwide.

In addition, through the introduction of state-of-the-art facilities (plating lines, drainage facilities, buildings, etc.), we strive to provide a stable supply of superior products, as well as environmentally friendly manufacturing processes and a safe work environment.

DOWA Japan
Global Technical Standards ensure The Same Quality Worldwide
DOWA Mexico
DOWA Chonburi
Global Technical Standards ensure The Same Quality Worldwide
DOWA Thailand
Global Technical Standards ensure The Same Quality Worldwide

Plating Technology

We have a Technology Center in Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
The center promotes research on new plating technology that meet the needs of the marketplace in a timely manner.