Title:
CHEMICAL CONVERSION COATINGS
ON ALUMINUM AND ALUMINUM ALLOYS
Number:
MIL-DTL-5541
Revision:
F
Scope:
This specification covers chemical conversion coatings formed by the reaction of chemical conversion materials with the surfaces of aluminum and aluminum alloys.
   
Classification:
 
Types
The chemical conversion coatings are of the following types
Classes
The materials, which form protective coatings by chemical reaction with aluminum and aluminum alloys, are of the following classes.
   
Details Description Can Do
Type I Compositions containing hexavalent chromium Yes
Type II Compositions containing no hexavalent chromium Yes
Class 1A For maximum protection against corrosion, painted or unpainted. Yes
Class 3 For protection against corrosion where low electrical resistance is required. Yes
 
Status:
Active