Cadmium Plating Removal Contamination

Cadmium-plating contamination, it arises from electroplated layers applied for corrosion protection, which degrade over time through environmental exposure, forming adherent residues that manifest as thin, ductile films distinct from brittle oxide scales by their metallic luster and uniform bonding. On steel and stainless steel, this contamination behaves tenaciously, embedding into surface irregularities that resist mechanical abrasion, presenting key challenges in removal due to risks of substrate pitting influenced from prolonged adhesion. Laser cleaning proves effective, as the process selectively ablates these layers through precise thermal action, which preserves underlying material integrity without chemical residues.