2 annodizing questions - Plating Powder Coating Buffing Anodizing

swatguy · #1 (**permalink**) 03-26-2003, 09:06 AM

Im new to annodizing so bear with me. First - Would there be any negative effect if i used aluminum foil as a cathode? Second- I have polished aluminum to a glass like finish, but after I anno it, it appears very dull or chalky. What am I doing wrong, or what else can I do to keep the luster?

mcaswell · #2 (**permalink**) 03-26-2003, 08:26 PM

You shouldn't use aluminum foil as a cathode. Use a GP Plate.

You have a problem report on file with us about this, and your question has been answered there.

krazi_ivan · #3 (**permalink**) 05-29-2003, 04:54 PM

Can you tell me the difference in your G P Plates and your
Annodizing Plates? They are listed same size, same price
and I was just curious.

mcaswell · #4 (**permalink**) 05-29-2003, 11:03 PM

Exactly the same product. We use different terms in the manual depending on the application, so we gave them different names.

E.g. GP Plates for deplating. Anodizing plates for anodizing, but they're the same product.

ard3 · #5 (**permalink**) 06-13-2003, 09:46 AM

what is the downside to using aluminum foil as a cathode?

mcaswell · #6 (**permalink**) 06-13-2003, 02:42 PM

It doesn't work as well.

It doesn't conduct electricity as well, doesn't provide consistent current and therefore results in a sub standard job.

ard3 · #7 (**permalink**) 06-13-2003, 03:02 PM

is it possible to purchase a gp plate alone, outside of a kit?

mcaswell · #8 (**permalink**) 06-13-2003, 03:04 PM

Sure - http://www.caswellplating.com/suppli...ess.htm#anodes.

You'll probably want two, one for each side of your tank.

ard3 · #9 (**permalink**) 06-13-2003, 03:10 PM

are these lead? if so, should i take any kind of precautions in handling?

mcaswell · #10 (**permalink**) 06-13-2003, 03:29 PM

There's lead in them, yes. Wash your hands after handling and follow the other directions on the label.

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