Chemical Milling

Name:
Chemical Milling
Detailed information:
The process of producing metal parts of predetermined dimensions by removing metal from the surface with chemicals. Acid or alkaline pickling or etching baths are used for this purpose. Immersion of a metal part will result in uniform removal of metal from all surfaces exposed to the solution. This is used by the aircraft industry for weight reduction of large parts. It is also used in the manufacturing of instruments and other components where exact tolerances are required.