Tinplate is coated with a thin layer of tin to prevent corrosion.
Tinplate is coated to prevent corrosion through a process called tinplating or electrolytic tin coating. In this process, a thin layer of tin is electroplated onto the surface of the tinplate. This tin layer acts as a protective barrier, preventing direct contact between the base metal (usually steel) and the corrosive elements in the environment, thus inhibiting corrosion.
Tinplate is coated to prevent corrosion through a process called electrolytic tinning. In this process, a thin layer of tin is electroplated onto the surface of the tinplate, creating a barrier between the metal and its environment. This tin coating acts as a sacrificial layer, which means that it corrodes instead of the underlying metal. This protective coating helps to prevent the tinplate from rusting and extends its lifespan.
