Hi there, newbie hear
Been doing some research in to building my own anodizing set up, I would be very grateful if some of you could just clear a few things up for me.
* If I have a variable amp power supply does it matter how big or small the cathode is?
* Is it better to have the cathode surrounding all of the inner wall of my anodizing tank?
* What could I do to get the maximum surface are coverage for a small amp power supply?
* When dyeing the aluminium is it important to keep it at the desired temperature or could you heat it up to say 140 F and them put the aluminium in and let it slowly cool for 20-30 minuets?
* Some pictures I’ve looked at of home built setups have air lines running along the bottom of the there anodizing tank, is this for cooling? If not what is it for?
*the temperature in my garage (where my anodizing setup will be) is often bellow 50 F will I need to heat my anodizing tank to 65 F - 70 F or will the reaction do this by its self?
* Do you have to use a sealant on the last step or can you just boil the aluminium for 20 minutes, what are the pros and cons of just using water no sealant?
