Re: Question on gold plating
I had the same problem, where the solution works great at first, then nada later, even though I used "virgin solution" on both days.
I found some techniques that might help.
Do your best to keep the solution clean. Use a gold anode helps, but the integrity of the solution is important.
After getting your "first pristine results", change the solution, even though it's still clean.
Plate again. Change the solution often. Reheat the solution as little as possible. Find ways of keeping it warm on a steady basis. The more you heat it, the more
you are compromising.
Make sure to use good safety even though the solutions are
cyanide free. Add a surge protector to your rectifier for added security if you are comfortable with that. If not, plate safely.
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