Substitute for Tradition Metal

We often search for metals with a certain look, only to find that the material has drawbacks and restrictions in the manufacturing process. Pre-Anodized aluminum can solve many of these problems. Because of the flexible nature of our anodizing capabilities, Anometal can anodize aluminum to match many other materials. This ability gives designers options while taking advantage of the inherent benefits of anodized aluminum.
Brass Benefits Shortcomings Anometal® Product
Alternatives to Brass
  • Abundant supply
  • Consistent color
  • Easy formability
  • Expensive cost-to-weight ratio
  • Tarnishes and scratches easily
  • High maintenance requirements
  • Requires pre-production cleaning
Clear Coated Metals Benefits Shortcomings Anometal® Product
Alternatives to Clear Coated Metals
  • Abundant variety
  • Inexpensive
  • Easy to process
  • Environment unfriendly
  • Short of metallic luster
  • Yellows over time
  • Scratches easily
  • Chips and cracks easily during forming and fabrication process
  • Clear coat materials out gas over time
Metalized Plastic Benefits Shortcomings Anometal® Product
Alternatives to Metalized Plastic
  • Attractive
  • Light-weight
  • Worthless
  • Expensive on a per-part basis
  • Scratches easily
  • Limited suppliers
Stainless Steel Benefits Shortcomings Anometal® Product
Alternatives to Stainless Steel
  • Attractive
  • High yield strength
  • Durable
  • Abundant supply
  • Expensive cost-to-weight ratio
  • Finger prints easily
  • High maintenance requirements
  • Requires pre-production cleaning