Before

CNC-machined Nitronic aerospace fitting before electropolishing with original machined surface finish.
Close-up of the critical surface on a Nitronic aerospace fitting before electropolishing, showing the original machined finish.

After

Nitronic aerospace fitting after electropolishing with a smoother, brighter, and more uniform surface finish.
Close-up of the critical surface on a Nitronic aerospace fitting after electropolishing, showing a brighter and more uniform finish.

Objective

A precision aerospace manufacturer in the Los Angeles, CA region needed to improve the surface finish of a critical Nitronic fitting without removing excessive material. The goal was to achieve a smoother, more consistent surface condition through an automated finishing process while maintaining part geometry and tight dimensional requirements.

IndustryAerospace/Defense, Machine Shop Applications
Part DescriptionAerospace Nitronic Fitting
Fabrication MethodCNC Machined, Swiss Screw Machined
MaterialStainless Steel/Inconel Alloy
Process TypeElectropolish, Superpolish/Ultrapolish
Equipment TypeElectropolish

Solution

Bel Air evaluated electropolishing as a method for improving the surface finish of CNC-machined Nitronic aerospace fittings. The application required polishing a critical surface while minimizing material removal and maintaining part geometry.

The customer needed a smoother, more consistent finish, but excessive material removal was not acceptable. Electropolishing provided a controlled finishing process that improved surface quality without affecting critical dimensions or features.

The final process produced a smoother, brighter, and more uniform surface finish while maintaining the required geometry of the part. The result was a repeatable finishing solution for aerospace components with demanding surface finish requirements.

If you are unsure what equipment and media you require to achieve your desired surface finish, send us your part, and we will evaluate it and provide you with a detailed metrology report.