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Imitation
Enamel was
invented in 1985. It is to meet the overwhelming demand for
hard enamel. The synthetic pigments give the georgeous appearance
very close to Hard enamel but more shiny. The distinct advantage
is able to match Pantone color.
Features: Resembling 90% to Hard enamel,
non-resistant to scratch nor heat over 212F(100°C). More
shiny, colorful and smooth than Hard Enamel. Color chart is
available by Pantone® number (PMS).
Matching Metal: Copper
Production Process:
Customer Artwork > Develop negative film > Etching metal
Plate > Carving die/mold > Stamping design on metal
> Cutting out Design > Soldering attachment > Cleaning
by acidic chemical > Coloring > Baking > Grinding
spilled enamel > Polishing > 2nd
cleaning by ultrasonic water > Plating > Packaging
Similar to Hard Enamel above but:
- Soldering Attachment process moved forward to follow Cutting
out Design because the attachment only need to sustain about
212F(100°C).
With attachment, it is easier to handle subsequent Cleaning/Coloring/Grinding
processes.
- Burrstone is replaced by spongy wheel in Grinding because
Imitation Enamel is comparatively softer.
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