Umicore Products - Ruthenium

Black RUTHUNA® 479
– Suitable color stability with adjustable blackness level.
– Strong acidic solution.
– Very good resistance to abrasion.
– Suitable for barrel and rack plating.
– Adjustable blackness capability.
– Long lifespan.

Black RUTHUNA® 490
1. Advantages:
• Neutral black rhodium solution.
• Easy maintenance of the solution.
• Rich dark gray to charcoal coating.
• Suitable for decorative purposes.
• High resistance to abrasion.
• Adequate color stability.
• Direct plating on bronze or nickel possible.
• Gold and palladium intermediate layers not necessary.
• Cost savings on precious metals.
• Suitable for rack and barrel plating.
2. Applications:
• Fashion accessories in the garment industry.
• Children’s clothing.
• Interior spaces of automobiles.
