Abstract
In this paper, we have studied the effect of controlled parameters on the anomalous behavior and property of the codeposited nickel-cobalt (Ni-Co) films in the complex sulfamate-chloride bath. The variation of current densities and temperature resulted in different Co atomic percentage (Co at%) of the deposited films as well as the morphology and microhardness. Co at% in Ni-Co films gradually decreased with increasing current density and temperatures with variation from approximately 25 to 15%. The Co participation could also inhibit grain growth of the deposited films. The Ni-Co film codeposited at lower current density or temperature would have the higher hard Co content and smaller grain which results in the higher microharness and smooth morphology.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1279-1284 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Microsystem Technologies |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 9-11 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2008 Oct |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Hardware and Architecture
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering