Tin-plating (Noun)
Meaning
The application of a protective layer of tin.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Tin-plating the metal sheet protected it from corrosion and provided an attractive finish for the application.
- The tin-plating process was crucial for preventing the pipes from reacting with acidic substances during use.
- Several environmental benefits associated with using a sustainable method for tin-plating sparked discussions in industrial research groups.
- The main use of tin-plating in the past has been for food cans, along with many other containers for liquids.
- Manufacturers of electronic components consider using tin-plating to improve the solderability and prevent oxidation of the connections.