Stop off

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005674",
  "term": "Stop off",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "To apply a protective coating to specific areas of a metal part before a surface treatment process, such as carburizing or plating. This coating prevents the treated areas from undergoing the chemical or thermal changes intended for other parts of the workpiece. Common stop-off materials include copper plating, ceramic paints, or specialized lacquers.",
  "subject": "Metalworking",
  "translations": {
    "de": "absperren",
    "es": "rellenar",
    "fr": "remplir"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/stop-off/"
}