MIL-DTL-16232G and other specifications
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	Hydrogen embrittlement relief available
	Custom masking and polishing also available
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Phosphate coatings are applied to impart lubricity (anti-galling), wear and corrosion resistance, and as a base for paints, powder coating and corrosion inhibiting oils.  Phosphates, by themselves give some corrosion resistance.  This can be enhanced by applying corrosion inhibiting oils and waxes. They form a tightly adherent coating with the base metal and, because of their crystalline nature, make excellent bases for paints and other materials.

Manganese phosphate has better corrosion and wear resistance than zinc phosphate.  It gives a higher coating weight than zinc phosphate.