SWD Inc.’s fully-automated, computer controlled plating lines are the most advanced in the Midwest. Using system software initially developed for the aerospace industry, SWD Inc.’s plating operation can be regulated to perform within 2 seconds of the optimal immersion time. Therefore, the reserved time in the immersion tank is completely reproducible every time. This high-tech solution assures consistent production quality with every plating order. SWD Inc. offers the highest quality cleaning and stripping services. Our large capacity operation allows for fast, efficient, and on-time service within the tightest deadlines.

Common Specification Callouts
These lists represent only the most commonly called out specifications. SWD Inc. also meets many other individual specifications. Please call with any questions
(630) 543-3003 and ask to talk to one of our Plating representatives.
BLACK OXIDE ON STEEL & STAINLESS STEEL
Black Oxide Specifications
- MIL-DTL-13924-D (CLASS 1, 2, & 4)
- GM 4347M (General Motors)
- AMS 2485
- TSH7603G (Toyota)
Special Finishes over Black Oxide
Black Oxide & Oil
Black Oxide & Oil, Spin Dry
Black Oxide & Wax
Black Oxide & Chromatic Dip
Black Oxide & Lacquer
Black Oxide & Iridescent (UV) Wax
PASSIVATION OF STAINLESS STEEL
Passivation Specifications
- MIL-STD-171 (5.4.1)
- AMS-QQ-P-35 (Types II, VI, VII, & VIII)
- AMS 2700
- ASTM A 380
- ASTM A 967
- Spec #3 (Johnson/Evinrude)
ZINC-PHOSPHATE ON STEEL
Zinc-Phosphate Specifications
- DOD-P-16232F, DOD-DTL-16232G Type Z
- MIL-STD 171 (5.3.2)
- TT-C-490 E
- F1137 (ASTM)
- 1E1675A (Caterpillar)
- JDM F10A (John Deere)
- MPAPS G1 (Navistar)
- 74020 (Cummins)
- 74013 (Cummins)
- D550700 (Delphi)
- ESB-M3P4-A, 5-A, 17-A (FORD)
- ESF-M3P6-A, 7-A, 8-A, 9-A (FORD)
- S2, S58, S430 (Ford)
- WSS-M3P36 (A1 & A2)
- GMW3179 (CODES A,B,D,G,H, & W) (General Motors)
- GM4435M (CODES A, B, D, & E) (General Motors)
- PS-80 (Chrysler / FCA)
- TSH 7500G (Toyota)
- ES32-114 (Copeland)
- H4 (Hendricksen)
Special Finishes over Zinc-Phosphate
Zinc-Phosphate & Oil
Zinc-Phosphate & Oil, Spin Dry
Zinc-Phosphate & Wax
Zinc-Phosphate & Chrome Seal Only
Zinc-Phosphate & Heavy Wax
Calcium Modified Zinc-Phosphate
Iron Phosphate (Special)
CLEANING / PICKLING GLEITMO / IRIDESCENT WAX
Clean Only
Clean & Oil
Clean & Wax
Pickle & Oil
Special Clean
Solvent Clean
Clean Aluminum
Clean Brass
Clean & Rust Veto
MANGANESE-PHOSPHATE ON STEEL
Manganese-Phosphate Specifications
- DOD-P-16232G
- MIL-DTL-16232G Type M
- MIL-STD-171 (5.3.1)
- GM 4277M (General Motors)
- PS-8890 (Chrysler / FCA)
Special Finishes over Manganese-Phosphate
Manganese-Phosphate & Oil
Manganese-Phosphate & Oil, Spin Dry & Spin Dry to touch
Manganese-Phosphate & Wax
Manganese-Phosphate & Chrome Seal
Manganese-Phosphate & Heavy Wax
STRIPPING
Strip Zinc
Strip Black Oxide
Strip Paint
Strip Phosphate
Strip Organics
Strip Nylon Patch
Strip Copper
Strip Wax