TECHNICAL PRODUCT INFORMATION

Tin Plating

Advanced Tin Plating for Improved Solderability and Surface Protection

Luma Wire Tech provides precision tin plating solutions for applications requiring excellent solderability, reliable electrical performance, and cost-effective surface protection.

Using advanced reel-to-reel electroplating technology, we apply highly uniform tin coatings to ultra-fine wire dimensions ranging from 5 to 200 microns, enabling customers to enhance existing wire materials with improved solderability, corrosion resistance, and manufacturing efficiency while maintaining proven product designs and established supply chains.

Tin plating is widely used in electronics, connectors, sensors, and industrial applications where dependable solder joints and efficient assembly processes are essential. Combined with Luma’s expertise in ultra-fine wire processing and surface engineering, tin coatings help optimize both manufacturing performance and long-term product reliability.

Whether supporting new product developments or improving existing designs, Luma works closely with customers to develop tin plating solutions tailored to specific technical and operational requirements.

Tin plating: Tin-plated fine wire on a Luma Wire Tech spool, providing excellent solderability and cost-effective electrical performance.

Why Tin Plating?

Tin plating is primarily selected to improve solderability and simplify assembly processes. It provides a cost-effective surface solution for electrical and electronic applications requiring reliable joining and good electrical performance.

PropertyBenefit
SolderabilityProvides excellent wetting characteristics and simplifies joining and assembly processes.
Electrical ConductivitySupports reliable electrical performance in a wide range of applications.
Corrosion ResistanceProtects the wire surface from environmental degradation and oxidation.
Cost EfficiencyOffers a cost-effective alternative for many electrical and electronic applications.
Surface ProtectionCreates a protective layer that helps preserve the functionality of the base wire material.
ManufacturabilitySupports efficient processing, assembly, and large-scale production.

Specifications

Luma applies precision tin coatings to ultra-fine wires using advanced reel-to-reel electroplating technology. Our process enables consistent coating quality, tight thickness control, and scalable production for demanding applications.

Capabilities

  • Reel-to-reel electroplating
  • Ultra-fine wire dimensions from 5–200 µm
  • Customized and application-specific plating coating thickness
  • Consistent coating quality
  • Tight process control
ParameterCapability
Wire Diameter5–200 µm
ProcessReel-to-Reel Electroplating
Coating ThicknessCustomized
Performance FocusOptimized for applications requiring excellent solderability, efficient assembly, and reliable electrical performance
Production CapabilityFrom prototype development to volume production
Delivery FormatAvailable on spools (variable lengths). Cut-to-length delivery will be available from Autumn 2026

Examples of Applications

  • Ultrasonic sensors
  • PCB interconnects
  • Connectors
  • Cable terminations
  • Electronic assembly wires
  • Signal transmission wires
  • Low-current electrical contacts
  • Sensor interconnections
  • Test and measurement equipment
  • Control systems and instrumentation
  • Harness and cable assemblies
  • Industrial electronics
  • Consumer electronics
  • Conductive textile conductors
  • Prototype and development assemblies
  • Wearable electronics

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