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Nickel-free Carrier
Nickel-free Carrier
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Product description
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Product Overview
Nickel-free Carrier is a professional plating additive supplied by QLQ for zipper, hardware and metal-finishing plants. Standard packing: 25KG/DRUM, 5KG/DRUM. Regular supply for customers in Bangladesh, Pakistan, India and other markets, with export-standard packing and documentation.
Product Identity (Encyclopaedia Card)
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Nickel-free Carrier |
| Chemical formula | Proprietary nickel-free carrier additive |
| CAS number | Mixture |
| Appearance | Colourless to pale yellow clear liquid |
| Grade / type | Nickel-free carrier |
| Standard packing | 25 L HDPE jerry can; 200 L plastic drum |
What it is and what it does. The nickel-free carrier is the carrier component of the nickel-free bright plating system, controlling the deposit structure and the distribution of the brightness.
- Colourless to pale yellow clear liquid, dosed together with the main brightener and the additive.
- The carrier is what gives the deposit its smooth, fine-grained structure over the whole current-density range.
- Without the carrier the brightener cannot produce an even finish, which is a common cause of patchy results.
Typical Use in a Plating / Finishing Line
| Item | Typical guidance |
|---|---|
| Nickel-free bath | Dosed per the process sheet together with the brightener |
| Control | Hull cell panel across the full current-density range |
| Note | Re-add the carrier after every activated carbon treatment |
Safety, Handling & Storage
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Hazard classification | Not classified as dangerous for transport in most cases; observe good industrial hygiene and dust control |
| Personal protective equipment | Dust mask, goggles and gloves for powder handling; general ventilation |
| Spill / first aid | Sweep up dry; material is a nuisance dust — avoid breathing the dust |
| Storage | Cool, dry, sealed store; keep bags closed, off the floor and away from moisture |
| Transport | Classified and packed according to IATA/IMDG for the hazard class; UN number and packing group stated on the shipping documents |
Quality Documents Shipped With Every Batch
| Document | Comment |
|---|---|
| COA (certificate of analysis) | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| MSDS (safety data sheet) | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Packing list | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Commercial invoice | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Certificate of origin on request | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
Buyer Questions We Answer Every Week
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Why is the deposit patchy at the edges? | Usually a carrier deficiency or the wrong current density; check the Hull cell panel first. |
| Can the carrier be overdosed? | Yes, and the deposit then loses its brightness; dose against the analysis or the ampere-hour reading. |
| Product Name | Nickel-free Carrier |
| Category | Plating Additive |
| Standard Packing | 25KG/DRUM, 5KG/DRUM |
| Net Weight | 25 KG per drum |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow liquid |
| MOQ | 1 drum / 1 bag |
| Delivery | 7-15 days after payment confirmation |
Key Specifications
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Purity / Assay | Industrial grade, COA available on request |
| Packaging Material | Plastic drum, sealed |
| Shelf Life | 12 months in sealed original packing |
| Origin | China |
| Documents | COA, MSDS, packing list, commercial invoice |
Packing & Storage
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 5-35 °C, away from direct sunlight |
| Humidity | Dry, ventilated warehouse; keep sealed against moisture |
| Stacking | Max 4 layers for drums, follow pallet markings for bags |
| Shelf Check | FEFO - first expired, first out |
Precautions
- Wear chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles when handling
- Read MSDS before first use; keep away from incompatible materials
- Spill: collect with inert absorbent, do not wash into drains
- Store locked, out of reach of untrained personnel
FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can you provide COA / MSDS? | Yes, COA and MSDS are provided with every shipment. |
| What is the MOQ? | MOQ is 1 bag / 1 drum. Mixed loading of different chemicals is accepted. |
| Do you provide dosing guidance? | Yes, QLQ engineers provide free bath set-up and dosing consultation based on Hull-cell results. |
| How about shipping? | 7-15 days by sea or air depending on quantity and destination port. |
Related Reading
What Would You Like to Solve?
QLQ supplies the full line — equipment, chemistry and the working documents that make them run — to hardware and zipper factories in 60+ global markets. Contact us to discuss your application, or explore the complete solutions.
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Specifying Nickel-free Carrier for your line
Chemical fit is decided by the bath, not by the label. Send these four items and we confirm the operating window before you buy.
- Current bath: supplier, TDS and working concentration.
- Process: rack or barrel, temperature, current density.
- Substrate: zinc alloy, steel, brass or ABS.
- Complaint: the defect you are trying to solve, with photos.
| What you send | What you get back |
|---|---|
| Part drawing or sample | Compatibility check and recommended settings |
| Output target per shift | Capacity, tank or rack count, manpower |
| Finish spec with tolerance | Control points and acceptance tests |
| Site conditions (power, water, space) | Layout proposal and utility requirements |
Buying questions we answer most
Is the SDS available before we order?
Yes. SDS and COA are issued per lot. Tell us the destination country so the SDS is supplied in the required format and language.
Can we get a trial quantity first?
Yes. Trial packs are quoted separately and shipped with the analytical method, so your lab can verify the material against the current bath before switching.
What packing and shelf life should we expect?
Standard export packing in drums or jerry cans with inner liner. Shelf life depends on the product - typically 12 months in a closed container, stored away from heat and direct sunlight.
How is it shipped - is it dangerous goods?
Some products are classed as dangerous goods and need the correct UN packing and documentation. We confirm the classification and the shipping route before quoting freight.
Can you match a competitor's additive?
Send the TDS and a bath sample. We compare the operating window and analytical method, then run a Hull cell panel before recommending a replacement.
Put Nickel-free Carrier into a process
- Process overview - how each stage connects
- Plating workshop - rack and barrel line layout
- Painting workshop - spray, cure and colour control
- Product overview - what else the line needs
