Re: Copper plating question
Check to make sure your +/- are connected correctly. (-) on the part to be plated, (+) on your anode. You might have the amps too high causing a burning of the plate.
The plated color should be what is described as "salmon pink" but will buff or polish to a bright copper color. If you're going for a high build, don't try to build up high thickness all at once. Run for 15-20 minutes then pull the part and buff. Your tank should be between 70 and 90*F and include agitation. Volts should be 2-5 with amps at .07-.2A per square inch. I lean toward the low end of the scale.
If you're getting "growth", it could also be a contaminated tank too but I think you have the amps too high.
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