Metals for the Electronics & Electrical Industry
Precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are essential to modern electronics. Their conductivity, reliability, and corrosion resistance make them critical in everything from consumer devices to industrial machinery.
From PCBs and chips, to hard drives, sensors, and switches, precious metals ensure efficient electrical transfer and long-term stability.
At Cookson Industrial, we supply high-quality precious metal materials engineered to meet the strict demands of the electronics sector across the UK, Europe, and worldwide.
Precious Metals in Electronics
Gold Applications
Gold Alloy Applications
Used in printed circuit boards, CPU contacts, high-reliability connectors
and finger contacts due to corrosion-proof conductivity.
Silver Applications
Silver Alloy Applications
Found in PCBs, CPUs, keyboard membranes and certain capacitors thanks
to its unmatched electrical and thermal conductivity.
Platinum Applications
Platinum Alloy Applications
Used in hard drives and specialist circuit components that require stability
under heat and long-term durability.
Palladium Applications
Palladium Alloy Applications
Used in hard drives and electronic capacitors for its stability, oxidation resistance and performance in high-frequency systems
Industry Applications
- Consumer Electronics – phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, wearables
- Industrial Electronics – control systems, power devices, machinery PCBs
- Data Storage – hard drives, capacitors, memory components
- Sensors – gas sensors, environmental monitors, precision instruments
- Energy Technologies – solar panels, connectors, high-efficiency electrical contacts
Cookson Industrial also supplies a range of precious-metal alloys, solders, strips, wires, and powders for manufacturers across the electronics and electrical sector.
Why Choose Cookson Industrial?
Full In-House Capability
From alloy design and 3D printing to casting, finishing, and lab testing — all handled at our Birmingham facility.
Heritage & Craftsmanship
Over 100 years of experience in precious metals, combining traditional mastery with modern precision.
Confidentiality & Precision
Discretion and control for limited or one-of-one projects.
Customisation Options
We can develop tailor-made projects in precious metal. If you can think it, we can craft it.
Sustainability & Traceability
Responsibly sourced materials and closed-loop recycling for sustainable products.
