I have a need to remove what I believe is bright chromate plating from steel, sand blast to rough up the surface, and then nickel plate the part. I know this flys in the face of what everyone is doing here, but this is a somewhat specialized application. I’ve read elsewhere in this forum the magic bullet for zinc removal is 2:1 Muratic acid and wait till the fizz dissipates. Is that accurate? Secondly, I’ve read that sandblasting is NOT the thing to do prior to EN plating – but I have no choice. So, what should I be looking for in terms of disaster avoidance there? And, lastly can this be done? Keep in mind I’m not looking for a show quality finish. This is to be used for an ‘anti-stick’ surface and just needs corrosion resistance from occasional handling and natuarlly occuring moisture. This will never be exposed to the elements – will always be indoors.

Any suggestions and information will be greatly appreciated.

Wayne