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Metal Fusion, Inc.
FAQs
1. Which thermal-spray processes do you run in-house?
We perform plasma, dual wire arc, fuel wire, 5P and 6P thermal spray processes only.
2. What coating materials do you apply?
Aluminum, iron, steel, cobalt, nickel, copper, zinc, yttrium, chromium, molybdenum, tin, tungsten and the alloys of these materials. Metals can be sprayed up to .100” thick. Ceramics can also be sprayed, usually to a max of .020 thick. Aluminum oxides, chromium oxides and zirconium oxide as well as many others are within our capabilities.
3. Why choose thermal spray over replacing a part?
A repaired part can have a more desirable surface than the original base material had. Improved wear, heat, corrosion resistance. It is commonly used to re-size parts worn out of tolerance, various sprayed coatings can be used to restore dimensions by machining to an original size or to a special size.
4. Do you hold (or work to) aerospace/FAA repair standards?
Yes, show the various documents. FAA certificate, drug program cert, A&P and repairman certificates, BAAQA, (leave out AS9110).
5. What are typical coating thicknesses and tolerances?
From .001 to .100” with various metal sprays, .001 to .020 with ceramics.
6. How big of a part can you handle?
Largest lathe 19” x 18’long, grinding 19” diameter x 50” in length. No real limit on spray size.
7. What surface finishes can you deliver?
16 or better
8. How are parts prepared and masked?
Manually cleaned then into our vapor degreaser , taped to determine the sprayed areas and then grit blasted to proper surface finish in order for the spray to adhere.
9. Which inspections and quality records do you provide?
Either a 8130 for AC repairs or a C of C and certs of materials used.
10. What’s the typical turnaround time? Do you offer expedite?
Depending on work load and the size of the order, from two days to two weeks. 20% charge for expedite.
11. Can you match an OEM spec or legacy coating callout?
Yes, if the original material is available from a supplier.
12. Do you do new-build overlays or only repairs?
Both, about 50% of each.
15. What industries do you serve?
Aerospace, semi-conductor, electrical generation, light rail, railroad, electrical motor and associated driven machinery, gearboxes, elevators, exotic/old auto parts, printing press, pumps; seals, shafts, castings, fresh water and sewer system, medical instruments, agriculture equipment, food processing, aircraft airframe and powerplant, satellite, rocket nozzles and parts, marine deck machinery and powerplant, rolls and shafts up to 3 feet in diameter and 17 feet long, hydraulic components, compressor parts, centrifuge components, exhaust valves, blades and vanes, refinery parts. This listing is not all inclusive.
16. How do I get a quote?
Email MFI directly or simply call us or fill out our contact form directly from this website. We have a $300 minimum fee for new customers.