Flat Platinum Electrode XL

Flat Platinum Electrode XL (BMG-032-PL-XL)

Short Description

The Flat Platinum Electrode XL is a large-area, platinized titanium electrode designed for electroplating wide, flat surfaces. With an active plating area of over 5.5 × 5.5 cm, it enables faster, more uniform deposition on large objects such as plaques, panels, wheels and other flat parts. 

Product Description

This electrode features a titanium substrate with a uniformly applied platinum coating, engineered for demanding electrochemical applications. Platinized titanium electrodes are known for their chemical inertness and high corrosion resistance, and they do not release contaminating ions into plating solutions as some alternative anode materials do.

Compared to standard rod or narrow electrodes, the XL design offers a larger contact area with the electrolyte, improving current distribution and often enabling 2–3× faster plating while maintaining uniformity and quality. 

Typical Applications

• Electroplating large, flat workpieces such as signs, panels or decorative plates

• Deposition of wear-resistant or decorative layers for metals like gold, silver, platinum, palladium and rhodium

• Workshop, lab or industrial plating where even coverage and efficiency are priorities

Key Benefits

• Extra-large active area (~5.5 × 5.5 cm) for broad coverage

• Platinized titanium surface: chemically stable and resistant, ideal for high-quality precious metal coatings 

• High efficiency: often faster plating than standard rod electrodes

• Uniform current distribution: supports consistent and reproducible plating results

• Versatile use: suitable for various metal finishes including gold, silver and platinum-based deposits

Usage Instructions

1. Preparation: Clean and degrease the workpiece thoroughly before plating.

2. Placement: Arrange the electrode in the electrolyte to adequately cover the surface you want to plate.

3. Electrical Setup: Attach the electrode to the positive terminal; the workpiece serves as the cathode.

4. Operating Conditions: Set voltage and current according to the plating solution specifications.

5. Movement: If necessary, gently move the electrode to avoid local current spikes and ensure uniform coverage.

Conclusion

The Flat Platinum Electrode XL is a professional-grade plating tool that enables fast, reliable and uniform electroplating over large flat surfaces. Its broad contact area, platinum stability and efficient current distribution make it an excellent choice for hobbyists, workshops and professional electroplating environments.