Vacuum Deposited Cadmium (Vac-Cad) Vacuum deposition of cadmium has found a niche in the Aerospace Industry, replacing electro deposited cadmium on components where a risk of hydrogen embrittlement is not acceptable. Cadmium can be deposited to the requirement of the following specifications: MIL 8837, DTD 940, Def Std 03-28 Pt 2 and a number of dedicated company specifications.

IVD Aluminium Aluminium coating can be deposited onto most metallic substrates, either by barrel coating for small parts, or jig/rotary rack for larger components. The aluminium coating gives a corrosion resistant coating, providing galvanic compatibility without the risk of hydrogen embrittlement.

Vacuum deposited aluminium meets the requirements of MIL 83488, A/DET/0012, Def Std 03-28 Pt 1, McAir PS 13143 and a number of other company based specifications. The process is sometimes called "Ivadizing".

Applications include: Studbolts and nuts Titanium and steel aircraft fasteners Rare earth metal magnets High strength steel weapon suspension components