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Anodised aluminium – Sulphuric acid process
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Black or brown smut or stain |
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Bloomed anodic film |
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Burning |
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Dye uptake inconsistent |
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Pitting of the aluminium surface |
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Soft coating |
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Surface marking through inadequate post anodising sealing |
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Thickness low |
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