Photochemical Etching Materials
Microphoto specializes in photochemical machining, also known as chemical etching. The photochemical etching process does not alter the original temper or chemical properties of the metal being etched, meaning the part will retain all material strengths and weaknesses.
We can photoetch a variety of metal materials including:

Aluminum
Aluminum offers high strength and natural corrosion resistance at a lower cost, making it a well-suited material for aerospace and aeronautic application. Here at Microphoto, we specialize in numerous aluminum alloys, including:
- 6061
- 5052
- 2024
- 3003
- 1100
Nickel Alloys
Nickel is commonly used for its heat resistance and capability to withstand excess corrosion. Nickel components can be used in a variety of industries, including the medical and electronics industries. Nickel alloys we work with include:
- 200
- 201
- Monel 400
- Nichrome 80
- Inconel x750
High Carbon Spring Steels
Pre-tempered or annealed
- 1050
- 1074/1075
- 1095
- Carbon Flapper Valve Steel
Low Carbon Commercial Grade Steels
- 1008
- 1010
- 1020
Phosphorus Bronze
- C510
- C521