Plating Kits
Based upon the same principles and chemicals used in industrial electroplating systems, our tank plating kits are ideal for almost all objects and can give a wide range of finishes.
Our kits are capable of plating onto various metals including steel, iron, brass, copper and more. If you would like to plate onto aluminium and it’s alloys, check out the GP Allyseal Zincate for further information.
If you are not sure which kit is right for you check out our FAQs & Help page or drop us a line!
We have three basic kit types: 5L, 10L and Ultimate. Our 5L and 10L kit contain the chemicals, electrical connectors, safety equipment and guides to set up basic pre-plating, plating and post-plating tanks. Our Ultimate kits comes with extra accessories for larger volume systems. All kits have the option to add a digital power supply; the PS201ADJT.
CLEANING
the most important step in all of electroplating
The most important process in electroplating is cleaning and pre-plating preparation. This cannot be stressed enough!
What do we mean by clean?
It is the removal of all dirt, oxides, and unwanted contaminants that will affect adhesion and finish of the metal surface. In plating terms, a clean item will have an activated surface made entirely of metal particles. If the surface is not clean, then the subsequent electroplate will have various problems. This can be black marks, peeling and delamination, sludge’s, and could potentially lead to contamination of the electrolyte which can cause the kit to no longer work.
It is therefore definitely worth taking the extra time to clean parts thoroughly. There are 5 main types of cleaning methods: soak, abrasive, solvent, detergent, electro. You may have to use a combination of these to achieve a soil free surface on the part you want to plate.
Check out our help and support page for processes, methods and tips on cleaning.
