5 Myths About Brush Plating
5 Common Myths About Brush Plating (And the Truth Behind Them)
When it comes to surface restoration and component repair, Brush Plating is often misunderstood—especially in industries used to more conventional methods like welding, tank plating, or part replacement.
At Sterling Impreglon Asia, we have heard it all. Today, we are setting the record straight by debunking five common myths about Brush Plating—and sharing the truth behind this powerful, precision repair technology.
🔍 Myth #1: Brush Plating Is Only for Small Parts
Truth: Brush Plating is ideal for both small and large components.
From
hydraulic shafts and telescopic booms to engine blocks and OCTG connections, Brush Plating is used across various industries for
components of all sizes—even those with complex geometries or hard-to-reach surfaces.
🔍 Myth #2: The Coating Is Not Strong Enough
Truth: Our Brush Plating process delivers
bond strengths up to 132,000 PSI.
With rigorous testing—including
high-pressure water jet and adhesion tape tests—our copper and nickel coatings have proven their
durability, longevity, and reliability under harsh operating conditions.
🔍 Myth #3: It’s Just a Temporary Fix
Truth: Brush Plating is a
long-term solution when done professionally.
By rebuilding worn or damaged areas to
OEM tolerances and applying corrosion-resistant metal layers, Brush Plating can
extend the life of your components for years, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
🔍 Myth #4: It Can’t Be Used on Critical Oil & Gas Equipment
Truth: Our Brush Plating process is
widely approved and trusted by global oil & gas leaders.
Companies like
JFE, VAM, Tenaris, NOV, Baker Hughes, and Schlumberger use our anti-galling copper plating for
OCTG threads and high-pressure connections. It is proven, tested, and field-ready.
🔍 Myth #5: It’s Outdated Compared to Modern Coating Technologies
Truth: Brush Plating is constantly evolving—and more relevant than ever.
In today’s world of
supply chain delays and cost pressures, Brush Plating offers
precision, speed, and cost savings that traditional methods can’t match. It’s also
environmentally friendlier, with minimal waste and energy consumption.
💡 The Bottom Line
Brush Plating is
not a niche or outdated process—it’s a
versatile, proven, and high-performance solution for restoring mechanical components across industries.
📩 Want to know if Brush Plating is right for your application? Contact us today—we’ll be happy to walk you through it.
