Sunum, ss.427, 2023
Electroless coatings provide uniform coverage on complex geometries, offering precise control
over coating thickness and enhancing surface properties without requiring external electrical
sources. Their ability to enhance wear resistance, hardness, and other surface properties could
have important effects for electronics, automotive, aerospace, and biomedical sectors. These
coatings address the growing demand for durable and high-performance materials. In this study,
nickel-boron/graphene (Ni-B/G) composite coatings were produced by the electroless
deposition method on a steel substrate. The pre-treatment of the substrate material, bath
concentration, temperature, and pH were optimized to achieve an efficient coating. The physical
and chemical properties of the coatings were evaluated using X-ray diffraction and scanning
electron microscopy. The findings emphasize that the electroless deposition method is suitable
as a versatile technique for producing advanced coatings with desired properties.