STAINLESS STEEL POLYMER ADHESION LAYER

    公开(公告)号:US20250083413A1

    公开(公告)日:2025-03-13

    申请号:US18588511

    申请日:2024-02-27

    Applicant: Apple Inc.

    Abstract: A chemical treatment process has been identified as a simple and effective means of improving the bonding of injection-molded polymer to stainless steel surfaces. This process forms an oxide layer on a stainless steel surface that includes a layered double hydroxide. The layered double hydroxide both raises the bond strength and minimizes air or water leakage. The process enables the use of stainless steel alloys with injection molded polymer structural bonds in strong, lightweight, and water-resistant enclosures for consumer electronics.

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