Chromate Conversion - IAW Mil-DTL-5541F
Chromate conversion coatings on an aluminum substrate are known by the following terms: chemical film, yellow iridite and the brand names Iridite and Alodine. Chromate conversion coatings are commonly applied to everyday items such as hardware and tools, and can usually be recognized by their distinctively iridescent, greenish-yellow color. Fin-Tec currently has the capability to process both clear and gold finishes.