Optimization of Nickel with Molybdenum Disulfide Powder Co-electrodeposition on 3D-printed ABS Part for Wear Resistance

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Thanakrit Chotibhawaris
Srisit Chianrabutra

Abstract

This study investigated the optimal conditions for improving the wear resistance of 3D-printed ABS parts through nickel electroplating with molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) as a solid lubricant. The key parameters examined were the concentration of MoS₂ powder in the plating bath and the applied current density during co-electrodeposition. A Ball-on-Disc test was conducted to evaluate wear performance. Based on the results from a 2k factorial design, current density was identified as the statistically significant factor influencing wear loss, whereas the MoS2 powder concentration showed no significant effect. High current density during electrodeposition promoted the formation of large nodules in the Ni–MoS2 coating, thereby enhancing the wear resistance of the plated surface against an alumina ball. The optimal condition for minimizing wear loss, as determined from Pin-on-Disc testing, was achieved with a current density of 10 A/dm².

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Chotibhawaris, T., & Chianrabutra , S. (2025). Optimization of Nickel with Molybdenum Disulfide Powder Co-electrodeposition on 3D-printed ABS Part for Wear Resistance. Thai Industrial Engineering Network Journal, 11(2), 143–153. retrieved from https://ph02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ienj/article/view/260670
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