Titanium anodizing OX-Ti

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OX-Ti is an anodizing surface treatment of titanium alloys that creates a thin film of compact titanium oxide. The treatment is performed by immersion using an electrolytic process. Depending on the treatment parameters, the anodizing process self-generates a wide array of colours. The colour is not due to the addition of pigments, but rather the titanium oxide layer formed on the surface assumes a colour due to the nature of the refracted light. Different titanium oxide thicknesses produce different colours. Since the layer is composed of titanium oxide, it has properties of high durability and excellent chemical resistance. This makes it suitable for coating components for the medical and implants sector. The treatment is used in the motorsport sector as an anti-galling coating and a decorative finish. VARIOUS COLOUR OPTIONS The surface can be produced in various bright scratch-resistant colours due to self-colouration of the titanium oxide film without the use of pigments or inks. The colours can be used as visual codes for rapid identification components of similar appearance.