Anodizing

ProtoSpace offers Type II and Type III Anodizing via third-party suppliers, including NADCAP-certified finishers.

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Type II Anodizing Options:

  • Red Anodize

    Red Anodize

    (Mil-A-8625 Type II, Class 2)

  • Blue Anodize

    Blue Anodize

    (Mil-A-8625 Type II, Class 2)

  • Sanodure Orange G

    Sanodure Orange G

    (Mil-A-8625 Type II, Class 2)

  • Tan Anodize

    Tan Anodize

    (Mil-A-8625 Type II, Class 2)

  • Bronze Anodize

    Bronze Anodize

    (Mil-A-8625 Type II, Class 2)

  • Black Anodize

    Black Anodize

    (Mil-A-8625 Type II, Class 2)

  • Clear Anodize

    Clear Anodize

    (Mil-A-8625 Type II, Class 1)

Type III Anodizing Options:

  • Black Hard Anodize

    Black Hard Anodize

    (Mil-A-8625 Type III, Class 2)

  • Clear Hard Anodize

    Clear Hard Anodize

    (Mil-A-8625 Type III, Class 1)

Lead Times

Anodizing is completed off-site via a third-party supplier. This means there is additional lead time and a minimum lot charge for this service.

Graphics

Graphics can be applied on all of our anodizing colors via digital print and silk-screening. Please contact your account manager to discuss other anodizing options.

Other Constraints and Limitations

• For welded parts that have been anodized, there will be a noticeable difference in color between the part and where it has been welded.

• Our anodizing suppliers cannot guarantee color uniformity, especially for larger parts or parts in larger unit quantities.

• For consistency in anodizing color, we recommend small-sized parts in small volumes. Some parts may have racking marks.

Size Constraints

Our standard methods can process components of aluminum with the following maximum dimensions, based on the type of anodizing you are requesting:

Anodizing TypeMaximum Dimensions
Type 2, Class 1 Clear 
Type 2, Class 2 Black
32" x 44" x 116" | 812.8mm x 1117.16mm x 2946.4mm
Type 2, Class 2 Red 
Type 2, Class 2 Blue 
Type 2, Class 2 Orange
20" x 20" x 32" | 508mm x 508mm x 812.8mm
Type 2, Class 2 Tan 
Type 2, Class 2 Bronze
16" x 16" x 24" | 406.4mm x 406.4mm x 609.6mm
Type 3, Class 1 Clear 
Type 3, Class 2 Black
32" x 44" x 116" | 812.8mm x 1117.6mm x 2946.4mm