What is chemical polishing?

Chemical polishing is a method by soaking a component and dissolving and removing the bulge of microscopic uneven surface, via chemical etching. Compared with the surface prior to polishing, the unevenness is reduced and thus make the surface tend to be smoother.

Illustration of acid cleaning and chemical polishing

showing the differences in the processes

Illustration of Electrolytic chemical polishing

Illustration of chemical polishing process

Advantages and disadvantages of various polishing techniques

Capabilities of chemical polishing techniques