摘要 |
An electroplating solution for forming a zinc-nickel alloy on a substrate by electrodeposition comprises: (i) zinc ions; (ii) a soluble source of nickel which allows nickel co-deposition; (iii) at least one alkaline electrolyte; and (iv) a soluble compound having a silicate-based anion, the silicate-based anion being present in the solution in a concentration of 0.1 to 100 g/l. |