Chromium(III) instead of chromium(VI)
For many decades, chromate conversion coating containing chromium(VI) was considered the standard process for corrosion protection and as a primer for subsequent coatings. Due to regulatory requirements such as REACH, as well as increasing demands for environmental and occupational safety, chromium(VI)-free systems that deliver equivalent or better results are now required. Slotopas AL 4270 is Schlötter’s response to these requirements. Instead of a purely chromium-free solution, the process relies on optimized passivation with reduced chromium content based on chromium(III) and zirconium. This results in a high-performance conversion coating that combines a high level of protection with modern process robustness.
Slotopas AL 4270
Slotopas AL 4270 was developed by Dr.-Ing. Max Schlötter GmbH & Co. KG specifically for the passivation of aluminum surfaces. The conversion coating offers impressive durability, process reliability, and outstanding coating properties, tailored to the requirements of modern manufacturing processes.
Safe and sustainable
Chromium(VI)-free passivation
Slotopas AL 4270 is a completely chromium(VI)-free solution based on chromium(III) and zirconium that complies with current environmental standards and regulatory requirements, such as REACH, without compromising performance.
Ideal for coatings
Stable adhesive base formation
The resulting transparent, homogeneous conversion coating improves adhesion for paint and adhesive applications and ensures a uniform, durable surface.
Reliable results in series
Reliable & economical
Thanks to stable bath control with a constant pH and a wide temperature range of 15 to 40 degrees Celsius, passivation delivers reproducible results, making it ideal for automated processes and high-volume production. Button: Contact Us
FAQs
What is Slotopas AL 4270 based on, and how does it differ from traditional methods?
For many decades, chromate conversion coating containing chromium(VI) was considered the standard method for corrosion protection and as a primer for subsequent coatings. Due to regulatory requirements and increasing environmental and occupational safety standards, chromium(VI)-free systems are now required.
Slotopas AL 4270 was developed by Dr.-Ing. Max Schlötter GmbH & Co. KG in response to these requirements. The process relies on passivation with a reduced chromium content based on chromium(III) and zirconium. It thus combines a high level of protection with modern process robustness and closes the gap that purely chromium-free systems have so far been able to fill only to a limited extent in terms of performance.
In neutral salt spray tests lasting 336 hours, no signs of corrosion were observed on aluminum sheets made of the AW-5005 alloy, which underscores the reliable protective effect of the process.
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What are the advantages of passivation with Slotopas AL 4270?
Passivation with Slotopas AL 4270 offers several advantages for demanding manufacturing processes:
Chromium(VI)-free solution based on chromium(III) and zirconium, which complies with current environmental standards and regulatory requirements such as REACH.
Reliable Corrosion Protection through a transparent, defect-free conversion coating that also serves as a bare corrosion-resistant layer without the need for an additional organic coating.
Excellent bonding base for paint finishes and adhesive applications, as confirmed by established test methods such as the multi-impact test, cross-cut test, and stamp tear test in accordance with the relevant DIN standards.
Process Reliability and Cost-Effectiveness thanks to stable bath control with a constant pH, a wide temperature range of 15 to 40 degrees Celsius, and continuous filtration to maintain bath stability.
The result is a stable, cost-effective, and reliable solution that is well-suited for automated processes and high-volume production.
For which materials is Slotopas AL 4270 suitable?
Slotopas AL 4270 was developed specifically for the passivation of aluminum surfaces. The process forms a transparent, uniform conversion coating on aluminum and aluminum alloys.
It should be noted that the alloy composition and preceding pretreatment steps can influence the formation of the conversion layer. The process parameters are therefore tailored to the specific material in order to achieve reliable and reproducible results.