Carolina Process Control, a distributor of metal finishing chemicals and equipment, has received approval under the government’s Mil Spec of MIL-DTL-81706B for chemical conversion coatings for its Luster-On product known as “Aluminescent.” The product is now officially listed on the Qualified Products List (QPL) pertaining to chemical conversion materials for coating aluminum and aluminum alloys.

Carolina Process Control, a distributor of metal finishing chemicals and equipment, has received approval under the government’s Mil Spec of MIL-DTL-81706B for chemical conversion coatings for its Luster-On product known as “Aluminescent.” The product is now officially listed on the Qualified Products List (QPL) pertaining to chemical conversion materials for coating aluminum and aluminum alloys. This approval follows rigorous testing conducted by NAVTEC using specific steps to prove its corrosion resistance, paint adhesion, and shelf life capabilities. According to the company, Aluminescent is the only powdered hex-free conversion coating for aluminum listed on the Qualified Products List for MIL-DTL 5541F, class 1A and 3. The chromate is a replacement for yellow or clear hexavalent chromates and is designed to provide excellent corrosion protection at low cost and minimum control. It can be applied by dip, spray, brush, swab or roll coating; requires no electrical current, cooling or exhaust; and is suitable for both wrought and cast aluminum alloys.

For more information, call 828.245.1115 or visitwww.carolinaprocesscontrol.com.