Nickel anode sheet

The new nickel strike from Betzmann Galvanik makes steels and stainless steels suitable for electroplating.   Nickel-strike or the so-called "nickel-on-nickel" was already used as an electrolyte in the 19th century. Today, nickel strike is indispensable in electroplating to prepare high-alloy stainless steels and steels for electroplating. This is because the oxides present on the surface of high-alloy metals impair the adhesive strength of the coating applied by means of bath electroplating or pin electroplating / pad electroplating. Therefore, the pretreatment with the impact nickel / nickel strike is necessary.   This is how the Nickel-Strike from Betzmann Galvanik works: Pretreatment with Nickel-Strike prepares the surface for subsequent coatings. This is suitable for galvanic and electroless treatment. It etches the surface of the workpiece, dissolves contained chromium and creates a base layer of nickel in the course of this reaction. This micro-thin nickel layer of 0.5 - 1 µm now forms a reliably strong adhesive base for further coatings.   Ideally, you apply an intermediate layer after the treatment with impact nickel and before the final coating of the workpiece. This consists of copper or electroless or electroplated nickel. Whether the coating is applied by the bath electroplating or pin electroplating / pad electroplating processes is not relevant. Areas of application for nickel strike The nickel strike process covers a very wide range of applications. In addition to the pretreatment of high-alloy steels and stainless steels, a wide variety of non-ferrous metal alloys also require this pretreatment. These include, above all, alloys with silicon, magnesium, manganese, lead, tungsten or titanium. Already nickel-plated objects that are exposed to air over a longer period of time lose the typical properties of the coating. These are then so-called passivated nickel layers, which a dip in Nickel-Strike reactivates. Nickel-Strike for galvanic and electroless application Nickel-strike is suitable for all electroplating processes from bath electroplating to pin electroplating / pad electroplating as well as for the electroless process.   Fields of application: Stainless steel Nickel Before use: Completely remove grease and oil especially thoroughly by using alcohol. Please remove dirt and rust with appropriate tools. Only handle the object with disposable gloves and in this way reliably prevent the transfer of skin grease to the surface.   Electroplating process (with power supply): Anode bath electroplating: Graphite, nickel or platinum anodes. Anode pin electroplating / pad electroplating: Graphite, nickel or platinum anodes, alternatively stainless steel anodes possible.   Parameters (these may vary, please test): Bath electroplating: 1.5-4.5V (approx. 2.5-3V recommended at 10cm distance) pin plating: 2,5-5V (approx. 3V recommended) Current density: 8.5-25A/dm² (up to 50A/dm² with bath movement) Working temperature: 20-50°C Deposition rate: approx. 0.03µm/min at 10A/dm² and 20°C pH value: 1 Attention: for stainless steel: anode on positive pole - workpiece on negative pole for nickel: anode on negative pole - workpiece on positive pole   Treat the workpiece with the pin plating or immersion process for about 10 to 60 seconds. Rinse the workpiece briefly afterwards. Immediately continue processing objects made of aluminum to prevent renewed oxidation.   Currentless process (without power supply): Place the electrolyte in a suitable vessel and heat the impact nickel to a temperature of 35 - 50°C. Now place the object to be coated in the immersion bath for 0.5 - 3 minutes and finally rinse briefly. Please immerse aluminum objects at room temperature for a maximum of 0.5 - 1 minute! Optionally, use the stop tickel tempered to room temperature. In this case, however, take into account the longer dwell time in the immersion bath. To prevent renewed oxidation, objects treated with Nickelstrike should be further processed within 10 - 30 minutes. In the case of aluminum, immediate further processing is required.   Caution: Always use gloves and protective goggles and do not inhale the fumes / aerosols. Use only in well ventilated areas!     Identification of the mixture: Nickel Strike (contains hydrochloric acid, nickel sulfamate, nickel diacetate, nickel dichloride, nickel(II) sulfate) GHS05 GHS07        Signal word: Danger H290 May be corrosive to metals. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. P102 Keep out of the reach of children. P103 Read all instructions carefully and follow them. P260 Do not breathe dust/vapour/aerosol. P280 Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. P301+P330+P331 IF INTOXICATED: Mouth off.            

Galvanic Nickel Electrolyte from Betzmann Galvanik for self-nickel plating Nickel Plating Solution   Our absolutely high-quality galvanic nickel electrolyte has been specially developed for self-nickel plating and may be sold to private individuals without an end-use declaration.   Depending on the material of the workpiece as well as the detailed procedure of nickel plating you will achieve the following results: reliable corrosion protection by a layer combination such as copper-nickel chemically resistant protective layer against diluted acids, alkalis as well as air and water diffusion protection for subsequent electroplating (e.g. diffusion from a base copper layer into the covering gold layer) decorative protective coating with a high-gloss surface, which also serves as wear protection. As an electroplating nickel electrolyte, our product is suitable for bath electroplating as well as for pin electroplating and pad electroplating. During nickel plating, the magnetic properties of the workpiece are retained and it exhibits a high-gloss silver-like color with a subtle yellow tint. Just as convincing as the final result is the high deposition rate exhibited by the nickel electrolyte. Electroplated nickel - decorative or protective coating   If a simply formed workpiece or component is to be provided with a protective layer, we recommend the combination of copper and nickel. In this way, you immediately achieve reliable corrosion protection, which you would otherwise only achieve with pure nickel plating with a layer thickness of 25 to 50 µm. Only at these thicknesses does the coating have the required freedom from pores, since nickel electrolytes always deposit with fine pores. However, electroplated nickel not only protects against corrosion. The coating, which is uncomplicated to apply, is highly resistant to dilute acids and alkalis and serves as wear protection. If several electroplating steps with layers of different metals are planned, an electroplated nickel electrolyte can be used as a barrier layer. In this way, you prevent diffusion or color mixing of different layers. In all processes, it is irrelevant whether you use our nickel electrolyte for bath electroplating or for pin electroplating and pad electroplating. For decorative plating, the combination of bright nickel and chrome is ideal for reliably achieving flat surfaces, although pure bright nickel plating may be sufficient depending on the application.   Application instructions for Betzmann Galvanik's Free Nickel Nickel Electrolyte (bright nickel) Our high-performance Free Nickel Nickel Electrolyte is preferably processed at room temperature (range from 15 to 60 °C). It is suitable for all common metals, semi-precious and precious metals with the exception of aluminum, chrome (dechrome beforehand) and titanium.   If you plan to nickel plate stainless steel yourself, please be sure to use a nickel strike for pretreatment or gold plate in advance with Goldflash. to increase adhesion.   Before galvanic nickel plating, clean the workpiece particularly thoroughly. Remove rust completely and degrease the component, e.g. with isopropanol. Be sure to work with clean disposable gloves to avoid transferring skin grease to the workpiece.   The nickel electrode from Betzmann Galvanik is particularly recommended - this results in a very high range, as the nickel is permanently enriched.   Please pay attention to the following recommendations, depending on the electroplating method used. Parameters: Bath electroplating: 2-5V (approx. 3V recommended at 10cm distance) Pin electroplating: 6-12V (approx. 8-9V recommended) Current density: 0.3-1.2A/dm² (up to 3A/dm² with bath movement) Working temperature: 15-60°C pH value: approx. 4 (can be corrected e.g. with 10% sulphuric acid) Deposition speed: approx. 0.3µm/min at 1A/dm² and 20°C   Identification of the mixture: Signal word: Caution Free nickel (contains nickel sulfate, nickel dichloride, nickel bis(sulfamidate), nickel di(acetate), diammonium nickel bis(sulfate)) GHS07 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. P102 Keep out of the reach of children. P103 Read all instructions carefully and follow them. P261 Avoid breathing dust/vapor/aerosol. P280 Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P501 Do not dispose of contents/container with household waste and dispose of in accordance with regional/national regulations.        

 Product information Betzmann Galvanik - nickel electrolyte - commercial - business   Solution for galvanic nickel plating of objects. With this solution objects can be nickel plated very easily. With this solution shiny nickel layers (mirror finish) can be deposited quickly. Suitable for pin electroplating and bath electroplating. Due to the very high nickel concentration of 60g/l, this has a high deposition rate. This nickel electrolyte may only be sold to commercial customers and under submission of an end-use declaration. Without submission of a business registration and end-use declaration no delivery will be made! Please request these by email at info@betzmann-galvanik.de.   Nickel plating is one of the most important processes in the industry. Galvanic nickel plating enables durable and wear-resistant coating of metallic or conductive surfaces. Furthermore, nickel coatings are convincing in that they are resistant to corrosion and have good solderability. With our Betzmann Electroplating - Nickel Electrolyte you can produce electroplated nickel coatings yourself. Depending on the material of the workpiece as well as the detailed nickel plating procedure, you will achieve the following results: reliable corrosion protection by a layer combination such as copper-nickel chemically resistant protective coating against diluted acids, alkalis as well as air and water diffusion protection for subsequent electroplating decorative protective coating with a high-gloss surface, which also serves as wear protection. As an electroplating nickel electrolyte, our product is suitable for bath electroplating as well as for pin electroplating (pad electroplating). During nickel plating, the magnetic properties of the workpiece are retained and it exhibits a high-gloss silver-like color with a subtle yellow tint. Just as convincing as the end result is the high deposition rate exhibited by the nickel electrolyte. If you are nickel-plating a complexly designed workpiece with curves and inner surfaces, we recommend the uncomplicated electroless nickel plating process. Electroless nickel - decorative or protective coating If a simply shaped workpiece or component is to be provided with a protective layer, we recommend the combination of copper and nickel. In this way, you immediately achieve reliable corrosion protection, which you would otherwise only achieve with pure nickel plating with a layer thickness of 25 to 50 µm. Only at these thicknesses does the coating have the required freedom from pores, since nickel electrolytes always deposit with fine pores. However, electroplated nickel not only protects against corrosion. The coating, which is uncomplicated to apply, is highly resistant to dilute acids and alkalis and serves as wear protection. If several electroplating steps with layers of different metals are planned, an electroplated nickel electrolyte can be used as a barrier layer. In this way, you prevent diffusion or color mixing of different layers. In all processes, it is irrelevant whether you use our nickel electrolyte for bath electroplating or pin electroplating (pad electroplating). For decorative plating, the combination of bright nickel and chrome is ideal for reliably achieving flat surfaces, although pure bright nickel plating may be sufficient depending on the application. Application notes for our nickel electrolyte (bright nickel) The high-performance nickel electrolyte for self-nickel plating is preferably processed at room temperature in the range of 15 to 30 °C. It is suitable for all common metals. It is suitable for all common metals, semi-precious and precious metals with the exception of aluminum, chromium and titanium. If you plan to nickel plate stainless steel yourself, please be sure to use a nickel strike, X-gold or gold flash for pretreatment to increase adhesion!   Before galvanic nickel plating, clean the workpiece particularly thoroughly. Remove rust completely and degrease the component, e.g. with alcohol. Be sure to work with clean disposable gloves to avoid transferring skin grease to the workpiece. Please observe the following recommendations, depending on the electroplating method used:     Parameters (these can possibly deviate, please test): Bath electroplating: 2-6,5V (approx. 4V recommended at 10cm distance) pin plating: 3-6V (approx. 4.5V recommended) Current density: 0.5-4A/dm² (up to 7A/dm² with bath movement) working temperature: 15-60°C pH: approx. 3.5-4.5 (correct with 10% sulfuric acid if necessary) deposition rate: approx.1.3µm/min at 3A/dm²        Marking of the mixture: Nickel electrolyte glossy (contains nickel(II) sulfate, nickel(II) chloride, nickel(II) acetate, boric acid) GHS07 Signal word: Caution H-phrases: H317: May cause allergic skin reactions. P phrases: P102: Keep out of the reach of children. P260: Do not breathe aerosol. P280: Wear protective gloves / eye protection. P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P501: Dispose of contents/container to special waste. EUH208: Contains nickel(II) sulfate, nickel(II) chloride, nickel(II) acetate, nickel(II) sulfamate . May cause allergic reactions. For processing we recommend our nickel electrode or platinum electrode. As an alternative to nickel, we recommend palladium or white bronze (mixture of white bronze mixer and alkaline copper).      Features Application Plates quickly to produce a white, bright finish – the longer you plate, the brighter it gets Can be used as a barrier layer between copper and gold – very useful when plating on non-conductive surfaces. When used for this function, plate to at least a 2 microns thickness. Once plated can be abraded to produce a scratched or ‘brush’ finish Use a nickel electrode      

Galvano activator and decapping agent in one - stainless steel and nickel activator in one - from Betzmann GalvanikThe GALVANO AKTIVATOR from Betzmann Galvanik removes oxide layers on base metals to enable electroplating or electroless plating. The electroplating activator is required, for example, for electroless nickel plating of aluminium or to activate stainless steel, nickel, brass and chrome for electroplating.Discover the versatile application of the activator or decapping agent in electroplating! The activator / decapping agent is an indispensable aid for the decapping and preparation of surfaces before plating in the electroplating industry. It is used to activate surfaces of metals such as steel, copper and copper alloys as well as passive nickel layers. Decapitation removes impurities from surfaces and simultaneously prepares them for the plating process. This process is crucial to ensure optimum adhesion and durability of the coating. After alkaline pre-treatment, the decapping agent is also perfect for neutralising. It ensures that work with sulphuric or hydrochloric acid is no longer necessary, which not only increases efficiency but also improves work safety.With Betzmann Galvanik's decapping agent, you can effectively pre-treat the surface of your products to achieve high-quality electroplated coatings. Rely on its proven performance to optimise your electroplating processes and achieve outstanding results.Field of application: Pre-treatment and cleaner - General applicationThe object is either immersed in the activator for 30 to 60 seconds and then briefly rinsed with clear water or coated with the pad for at least 30 seconds from 2.7 volts. The activator removes thin layers of oxide that are invisible to the naked eye. Carry out further coating quickly after the activator bath, as these layers quickly form again with atmospheric oxygen (time period: max. 10 - 30 minutes) Recommended electrode: Stainless steel electrode or graphite electrode!  Recommended voltage: from 2.7 volts Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 Signal word: Warning Pictograms: H319 Causes serious eye irritation Hazard statements P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove any contact lenses if possible. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.    

Product Information Betzmann Electroplating - Black Nickel Electrolyte   Our black nickel electrolyte for galvanic blackening of metals   This new black nickel electrolyte conjures a dark to black surface directly on stainless steel, brass or copper! polish surface if necessary degrease and activate Black nickel plating from 3 volts optimal with platinum electrode!   Like all nickel electrolytes, this one is not suitable for coating metals worn on the skin! A special surface sealing is not necessary. Temperature resistance up to approx. 200 degrees!     In many cases, a base layer of normal nickel is recommended for components made of the metals mentioned for long durability, especially on copper and its alloys in outdoor applications. This increases the corrosion resistance and leads to better results. For this bright nickel layer we recommend the normal nickel Free. Before applying the Smoky Nickel, prepare the component with great care to achieve the best results. This includes, above all, thorough cleaning and absolutely grease-free surfaces. Therefore, remove all impurities such as dirt, flash rust and the like and use for our electrocleaner! Wear protective gloves already during the degreasing process to prevent skin grease from being deposited on the component.   The black nickel is suitable for use in bath electroplating as well as for pin electroplating. The following anodes are suitable for the smoky nickel: Nickel anodes Graphite anodes Platinum anodes Stainless steel anodes permitted for pin electroplating For plating, the anode is switched to positive and the workpiece to negative.   Observe the formation of gas bubbles closely during the electroplating process. If too many gas bubbles rise on the workpiece, the voltage must be reduced. This also applies if an intense black coloration appears in places. If no deposition occurs, the voltage is too low and must be carefully increased. All in all, deposition is slower with black nickel electrolytes than with normal nickel electrolytes.   Wear appropriate protective clothing throughout the process and ensure good room ventilation.   Parameters (these may vary, please test): Bath electroplating: 2-8V (approx. 3-5V recommended). Pin plating: 6-10V (approx. 6-8V recommended) Current density: 1-5 A/dm² Working temperature: 15-50°C pH value: approx. 4-5 (can be corrected e.g. with citric acid or sulfuric acid) Deposition rate: approx. 0.5μm/min at 2.5A/dm² and 20°. Blackness L* (CIE Lab measurement): 42-47     Smoky Nickel - Schwarz Nickel Signal word: Caution H-phrases: H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. P phrases: P102: Keep out of the reach of children. P260: Do not breathe aerosol. P280: Wear protective gloves / eye protection. P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P501: Dispose of contents/container to special waste   Operating Conditions and Deposit Data Voltage Range 2.5 – 4.0 volts Temperature 18 – 40 °C Nickel Concentration 74 g/l Electrode Platinum (see notes) Blackness L* (CIE Lab measure) 40 – 45 Plating Rate at (3.5 volts, Platinum electrode) Approx. 0.5 micron per minute (spot) Hardness 450 – 480 MPa (Vickers) Density of deposit 8.5 g/cm3 Stress High stress Special storage requirements None Shelf life Over 5 years Health and Safety classification Harmful Special considerations None Transport (UN number) None: Not classified as dangerous for transport Notes: We strongly advise against the use of stainless steel anodes for most of our plating processes Plating rates are calculated over a sample area which is permanently covered by swab.