hot-dip
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hot-dip (plural hot-dips)
A method of galvanizing iron or steel by passing it through a bath of molten zinc.
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Materials — Hot-dip galvanized iron to prevent rust, powder coated finish, wire plant stand.
Nonetheless, electroplating is used on its own for many outdoor applications because it is cheaper than hot-dip zinc coating and looks good when new.
The protection provided by hot-dip galvanizing is insufficient for products that will be constantly exposed to corrosive materials such as acids.
The zinc is applied electrochemically or as molten zinc by hot-dip galvanizing or spraying.