Electroplating Anodes: Applications and Benefits

Electroplating is used in a variety of industries for coating metal objects with a thin layer of a different metal. This electrochemical process requires anodes. There are as many types of anode compositions as there are applications. Electroplating anodes offer numerous benefits.

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Electroplating is used to coat certain metals with a thin layer of a pure metal, like silver or gold, copper, zinc or any of several alloys. During the process, an electric current passes through a solution known as an electrolyte. The composition of the electrolyte depends on the desired coating. The item being electroplated (cathode) is immersed into the electrolyte solution, as is the plating anode.

The two are then connected to an electrical current source, by connecting the positive end to the plating anode and the negative to the item being to be plated. Once current flows through the system positively charged metal ions become attracted to the negatively charged item, thereby coating the item with the desired finish.

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The Lead Burning Process

The lead burning process is used whenever there is a need to coat, line, or fabricate an item with lead. Sometimes referred to as “lead welding,” the lead burning process is commonly used in coordination with procedures for making repairs or when performing scheduled maintenance. In simple terms, lead burning is similar to welding with the exception that the metal being welded is lead as opposed to steel.

The list of items that lead burning is performed on is quite impressive. This includes lead floors and walls, tank linings, lead pipes, and lead support systems. As part of this process, lead can be bonded to steel. This is seen in the lining of a vessel or tank, as well as support and header systems. Lead burning may also involve copper when creating a standardized bonding lead cover or lining.

The lead burning process is used for many purposes and the most common use of lead burning is in metal smelter operations, or any place with a highly corrosive atmosphere. As a prime example, acid tanks (baths) used in metal pickling operations are lined with lead, a lining created by a qualified lead burner. When the lead burning process is complete, the joined lead alloy pieces are rigid, strong, uniform, and void of any pinholes. Using a controlled, concentrated flame, there is no risk of adjacent areas overheating.

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Canada Metal North America

8271 Lafrenaie, Montreal,

Quebec , Canada

H1P 2B1

Phone No: 1 800 363-7110

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