BLACK F-1401
For Ferrous Metals
 

Black -F-1401 is a concentrated, rapid acting chemical conversion liquid compound for blackening Steel and Ferrous Metal parts by Immersion at room temperature. The product is a mildly acidic solution containing no chromates, sulfides, cyanides, caustic or Phenols.

Preparation of the Black -F Solution:

Use an acid resistant container as the Immersion tank. Plastic, plastic lined, glass or rubber lined are suitable. Do not use an uncoated metal container. Black F-1401 concentrate should be diluted with 9 parts of water (10% to 90% of water by volume). Determined by tests usually a period of 10 to 60 seconds is needed to produce an uniform black finish. The Immersion time can be shortened by using a stronger solution or lengthened by using a weaker solution. Black F-1401 is not designed to clean surfaces. For good results, parts must be free of oil and rust.

Preparation For Blackening and Sealing:

  • Clean the part with Cleaner 104.
  • Rinse with over flowing cold water.
  • Immerse the parts in Black-F-1401 solution for 10 to 60 seconds. Agitate the parts to break air bubbles and to assure solution contact with all surfaces. Plastic or plastic lined baskets should be used for small parts.
  • Rinse thoroughly with over flowing cold water to stop the chemical reaction.
  • It is recommended that a protective lacquer, Trilac 747 or WSL-55 (clear or black, water soluble) be applied to the coating to provide maximum life.
  • Parts can be immersed in a water-soluble lacquer while still wet from the preceding rinse, or can be sprayed or sealed. Black-F finish in itself imparts very little corrosion resistance to the Aluminum surface. However, its crystalline structure is porous and will absorb the sealant or lacquer, promoting long-term corrosion resistance.

Solution Control

The blackening process with Black F is a chemical reaction between the solution and metal surface. Chemical activity is gradually diminished as the solution is used but may be restored to the desired strength by adding fresh concentrate. When Immersion time necessary to produce the desired black is increased, add sufficient concentrate to reduce Immersion time to your previous standard. Keep a record of additions to establish a bath history.

Caution:

Black F-1401 concentrate and the process is mildly acidic. Precautions for handling this type of material should be observed (corrosive). Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use protective clothing (aprons, face and eye shields, rubber gloves) when handling chemical material. In case of contact with skin, flush area with large amounts of water; for eyes, flush with large amounts of water and get medical attention. The solution should be considered toxic if taken internally!


The information stated herein is based on information and test we believe to be reliable. The accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed. Since conditions of use are outside our control, user shall, before using, determine the suitability of the product for his intended use and user assumes all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.