mail-order anodization services?

[wallymann]

looking for a referral to someone to whom i can ship 3-4 aluminum stems to have clear anodized. i've prepped and polished them and now i'd like them anodized to "lock in" and protect the finish.

[R3awak3n]

I have been wondering about this as well, even thought about maybe learning how to anodize stuff myself.

[Ken Robb]

I suppose DIY clearcoat wouldn't be tough enough?

[vqdriver]

maybe a local shop?
i've googled it before and there's a handful of anodizing shops around me that do lots of small jobs. bicycle, motorcycle, boat, and car parts are all mentioned on their sites. pricing didn't seem crazy either.

[wallymann]

got some references.

also, in addition to anodization, electroless nickel plating was recommended as offering even greater durability and compatibility with polished finishes.

so we'll see where i end up.

[wallymann]

the anodization shop has a $100 minimum, and for that you could do a handful of small items like stems or seatposts.

[jmoore]

Originally Posted by wallymann

i've prepped and polished them and now i'd like them ...

How much to anodize these parts?

If I do all the work, it's $100. If you prep and polish it first, it's $200.