Solutions used for electropolishing of Stainless Steel
Solutions used for electropolishing of Stainless Steel
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Can somebody explain what is meant by plating a prepared solution, and how it is done?
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Can somebody explain what is meant by plating a prepared solution, and how it is done?
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RE: Solutions used for electropolishing of Stainless Steel
Typical solutions use sulfuric and/or phosphoric acid electrolytes at somewhat elevated temperatures (>100 F) at widely varying current densities (from 20 Amps/square foot to 1000 A/sq. ft).
A good article with more details was authored by Kenneth B. Hensel in the January 2000 issue of Metal Finishing (Volume 98, Issue 1, pp. 440-448). Kenneth works for Electro Polish Systems in Milwaukee, WI, USA. A link to their website is included below:
http://www.ep-systems.com/index.html
If you need some other information, please post the question again. Good luck.
RE: Solutions used for electropolishing of Stainless Steel
Thanks for your answer and sorry for the confusion. I already know the electrolyte mixture and it is as you say plus the addition of a propriety material. However, I have been told that after mixing in the right proportions ( which is no problem) the electrolyte has to be "plated In" with stainless steel and the solution should be fully worked to a minimum of 30g/l iron,nickel or steel content.
I presume this means that I should use the solution at a low current flow until this is achieved. Am I right?
RE: Solutions used for electropolishing of Stainless Steel