Table 1 Composition of plating solution and experimental parameters
Composition and parameters | Quantity |
|---|---|
NiSO4·6H2O (g/L) | 300 |
NiCl2·6H2O (g/L) | 40 |
H3BO4 (g/L) | 40 |
Saccharin (g/L) | 0.5 |
Emulsifier OP-10 (g/L) | 1.0 |
SiC nano-particles (g/L) | 3.0 |
pH value | 4.0 |
Nozzle diameter (mm) | 5.0 |
Scanning speed of nozzle (mm/min) | 100 |
Distance between nozzle and cathode (mm) | 3.0 |
Injection velocity (m/s) | 1.40‒2.65 |
Current density (A/dm2) | 180‒220 |
Temperature (°C) | 60 |