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Product information "Anode sleeve fuzzy"
Anode pad / tampon / anode sleeve / fuzzy sleeve / replacement fabric pad puffy from Betzmann Galvanik.
This puffy fabric pad / anode sleeve or also called tampon is absolutely recommended for all plating processes.
Optimally suitable for all coatings and electrolytes.
The coating of larger areas is also quite fast with this pad.
The insertion hole is larger than the electrode and therefore it happens that the moist
anode pad slips off. Therefore, fix the pad on the electrode with a small rubber band.
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Product information “Silver electrolyte” silver plating - cyanide free! Article description:Betzmann electroplating silver electrolyte - the product properties at a glance:
330 grams of silver per liter - Highly concentrated for fast silver plating
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and this is achieved by using our platinum electrode (platinized titanium). This will
more than meet your requirements.
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Properties "Platinum Electrode 6 mm
Platinum electrode (platinized titanium with a platinum layer of 2.5 µm platinum)
Ø 6 mm x 100 mm
Standard electrode for experiments in electrochemistry (electroplating, electrolysis, ion migration, determination of electrochemical potentials, etc.)
Spare platinum electrode for Hofmann decomposition apparatus, electrolyzer
Platinum-coated titanium anodes are among the classic anode materials for electroplating because they combine the excellent electrochemical properties of platinum with the good corrosion properties of titanium. They are characterized by a long service life at high current density and are versatile in use. They are equally suitable for platinum and ruthenium baths, for hard chrome plating, as bright rhodium baths and for cathodic corrosion protection. The standard platinum layer thickness is 2.5 μm.
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Recommended operating data:
Operating voltage from 3 volts
distance anode/workpiece surface 5 cm
anodic current intensity (specific current density) max. 75 A/dm² (7.5 mA/mm² = 750 mA/cm²), i.e. a multiple of the values typical in electroplating (0.5 ... 5 A/dm²)
pH value: 0 - 11
Bath temperature max. 60 °C
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Stress
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Special storage requirements
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Shelf life
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Health and Safety classification
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Special considerations
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Transport (UN number)
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Notes:
Heat treating at 220 °C increases the hardness of the deposit from 800 to 1600 Hv.
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Labelling acc. to CLP-VO:
Symbol word: Caution!
H319 Causes severe eye irritation.
P101 If medical advice is needed, have container or label at hand.
P102 Keep out of the reach of children.
P305 IF IN EYES:P351 Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
P338 Remove contact lenses if possible. Continue to rinse.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
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Graphite round rod - Graphite rod anode - Graphite electrode for gold plating.
Graphite electrodes are ultimate for all coatings.
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With pad electroplating, simply loosen the screw on the handle and replace with a new one.
Diameter 6 mm, length approx. 9 cm
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Used for
Doesn’t contaminate Cleaner
Activating and electro-cleaning
Its resistive properties help to heat the solution you’re plating with
Chromium plating, which needs to be plated at 25 degrees celsius; its natural heating action helps to maintain the solution’s optimal temperature
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can be used as a substitute for nickel as a barrier layer for gold plating on copper and its alloys.
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Voltage Range
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18 – 25 °C
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10g/l
Electrode
Carbon or Platinum
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Lightness (L*) of deposit
65 (Cielab)
Plating Rate at (3.5 volts, carbon electrode)
0.6 micron per minute
Hardness
488 Hv
Density of deposit
11.85 g/cm3
Stress
Stressed
Special storage requirements
None
Shelf life
1 – 2 years
Health and Safety classification
Irritant
Special considerations
None
Transport (UN number)
None: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Signalword: Warning
H-phrases:
H332 Harmful by inhalation.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
P phrases:
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 IF INFECTED:P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
Operating Parameters and Deposit Data
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Kupferstabanode - Kupfer Elektrode 6mm zum selber verkupfern von Betzmann Galvanik Diese Elektrode wurde entwickelt, um bei der Beschichtung mit unseren Kupferlösungen verwendet zuwerden. Die Kupferionen tauschen sich so schneller aus und Sie erzielen ein schnelles und besseresErgebnis in der Beschichtung.
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Features
Benefits
Made from pure copper, it dissolves in the plating solution
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Rosegold Solution from Betzmann Galvanik
This Rose Gold Brush/Pen Plating Solution (18 Karat) doesn’t have to be mixed beforehand. It can be used for both brush and pen plating. You can use either the Platinum Electrode (2.5 – 3.0 volts) or the Carbon Electrode (2.0 – 2.5 volts) with this solution.
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You can compare the plating rates using our online brush plating calculator on the links bar above.
Failure to observe the above precautions will result in the degeneration of the gold component in the solution. This will cause copper-rich plating, which will tarnish quickly.
Please see below for more products related to Rose Gold Brush/Pen Plating Solution (18 Karat).
Recommended electrode: Carbon, Voltage: 3 – 3.5
Gold Concentration
9.1g/l
Voltage Range (Platinum Electrode)
2.5 – 3.0 volts*
Voltage Range (Carbon Electrode)
2.0 – 2.5 volts*
Electrode
Carbon
Alloy consistency (at mix ratio 1Mixer:10 K-Gold)
75% Gold, 25% Copper
Colour designation
5N
Temperature
20 – 25 °C
Plating Rate at (3.3 volts, carbon electrode)
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Hardness
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Stress
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Special storage requirements
Away from sunlight
Shelf life
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Health and Safety classification
Irritant
Special considerations
None (cyanide-free)
Transport (UN number)
None: Not classified as dangerous for transport
* The lower voltage range should be applied when using smaller swabs.
Notes:
Remove any existing layers of rose gold before plating.
Store in hermetically sealed container with lid firmly closed. Small
volumes for day-day use should be stored in a stoppered syringe.
Higher voltages can be used with plating rates in excess of 3 micronsper minute (spot).A lower voltage range is recommended when plating above 1 micron to preventdullness and subsequent polishing.
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Ratio of Brass Effect Gold Mixer to K-GoldShade ProducedRemarks1:10Resembles freshly polished 70/30 brass14 carat alloy. May require polishing1.5:10 (see note below)Becomes lighter When plating on to stainless steel, nickel and its alloys, first plate a layer of 24 carat gold using Gold Solution or GoldflashOther informationPlating rate2.6 microns per minute (1:10 ratio, 3 volts, Carbon Electrode)Temperature20 – 25 °CElectrodeCarbonSpecial storage requirementsNoneShelf lifeUp to six monthsHealth and Safety classificationIrritantSpecial considerationsNoneTransport (UN number)None: Not classified as dangerous for transport Notes:The shade can be varied by altering the mix ratio. Increase the ratio for lighter shades; decrease for darker shades.
Signal word Warning Hazard statement(s). H316 Causes mild skin irritation. H320 Causes eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. Precautionary statement(s) P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/spray. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Supplemental Hazard none
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Product information "Gold Flash" from Betzmann Galvanik
Gold Flash with 2 grams of gold per liter - wonderfully suitable as an intermediate layer or decorative layer.
The Gold Flash from Betzmann Galvanik has 2 main areas of application:
1. optical-decorative layer:
Gold is soft and needs the addition of cobalt as a hard abrasion resistant top layer, which is not included in this product.
Therefore, the gold layer from Goldflash appears somewhat lighter yellow.
Parts that are not subject to any stress, such as souvenirs, horseshoes for decoration, etc., can be easily, directly and inexpensively gold-plated with the Goldflash.
Tip: You can first gild parts very intensively and thickly with the Goldflash and then coat them briefly with the 8 or 12 gram cobalt-displaced hard gold!
2. bonding primer for the following coatings:
Many applications require thin layers of gold before actual plating. Until now, this was only possible with the use of 24 carat gold and was therefore quite costly.
cost-intensive. This is now a thing of the past.
With the Goldflash from Betzmann Galvanik, you can now apply the desired gold layer.
As an example, direct silver plating of nickel is usually not feasible, so you can first gold plate with the Goldflash, then silver plate.
Likewise, when using black chrome, rose gold plating, green gold plating, the gold flash serves as an optimal bonding base when copper or nickel cannot be applied directly!
Also, gilding nickel, which naturally oxidizes, is very easy and spotless.
Then chrome plating on Goldflash can be done even easier and without problems.
Despite gold plating, the material input is far below 10 cents per cm2 of surface!
Recommended electrode: platinum electrode, graphite electrode
Voltage: from approx. 4 volts
Procedure:
Polishing if necessary
Degreasing
Activate
Goldflash
Continue with the top layer chrome, white gold, rose gold, green gold
Feature
Used for
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Temperature
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Gold Concentration
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Electrode
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Density of deposit
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Stress
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Special storage requirements
Away from sunlight
Shelf life
Over 3 years
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.
Features
Used for
Designed mainly as a base solution for mixing with our Coloured Gold Mixers
Mixing with Yellow, White, Rose, and Green Gold Mixers and Brass Effect Gold Mixer.
Can be mixed with 2 or more Gold Mixers
Creating a huge spectrum of different shades and tints of gold – good for exactly matching colour of original gold plated layer
Can be plated on its own, forming a soft, 24 carat gold layer, completely cyanide free
Mainly functional purposes only. Needs a Gold Flash undercoat if plating on to stainless steel
Signalword : Warning
H-phrases:
H332 Harmful by inhalation.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
P phrases:
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 IF INFECTED:P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/
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It deposits dark anthracite-gray, extremely decorative rhodium layers. The layers are very abrasion resistant, color consistent and uniform.
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Operating data:
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pH value: <1
Density: 1.02-1.07 g/cm3
Working conditions:
Voltage: 2.7 -3 volts
Bath temperature: 20-27°C
Exposure time: 2 min. (1-5 min.)
Mixed oxide anodes/platinized titanium, graphite electrode
Anode/cathode surface: 1 : 1
Current density: 1.0-1.5 A/dm2
Fabric movement: required
Bath filtration: from 10 liters
deposition rate: 6-8mg/Amin
Precipitation data:
Hardness: 300-370 HV
Layer thickness: max. 0.5 µm
Density: approx. 10.5 g/cm3
Delivery form:
Ready for use
A descaling with 10% sulfuric acid of the surface to be coated is recommended!
For guidelines see download area!
Darker coatings can be obtained with our blackening additive
Safety:
Signal word: Danger
H-phrases:
H290: May be corrosive to metals.
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
P phrases:
P102: Keep out of the reach of children.
P234: Keep only in original container.
P260: Do not breathe aerosol. P280: Wear protective gloves / eye protection.
P301 + P330 + P331: IF INTOXICATED: Rinse out mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353: IF IN CONTACT WITH SKIN (or hair): Remove all contaminated clothing immediately. Wash skin with water/shower.
P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove existing contact lenses if possible. Continue to rinse.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to hazardous waste.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove existing contact lenses if possible. Continue to rinse. Absorb spillage. Keep under lock and key. Dispose of contents/container properly.
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Storage Cup transparent
€2.90*
The perfect storage cup for electrode and cloth pad transparent with black lid
Large storage beaker - Betzmann Galvanik
This stable beaker with screw cap made of PET holds approx. 370 ml.
It is practical for storing the electrode with the fabric pad in the respective electrolyte.
On request, you will receive the appropriate labeling for the material to be stored.
PET can with screw cap
clear - 370 ml with plastic screw cap black 70 mm
Zinc Solution
€9.00*
Product information "Zinc electrolyte".
Product description: Betzmann Galvanik Zinkelektrolyt - the product properties at a glance:
acidic zinc electrolyte
ideally suited for bath and pin electroplating
ideally suited as corrosion and rust protection
for application on iron
easy to use and cyanide-free
The all-rounder for corrosion protection of iron and steel. Both in the automotive sector or for outdoor applications in home and garden:
Galvanic zinc plating with Betzmann Galvanic Zinc Electrolyte provides lasting protection against rust holes, rust spots and bodywork destruction,
z. e.g. for classic cars (classic car restoration). If, for example, you are tired of seeing the paint layer flaking off again and again in the same places due to rust pitting,
you now have the right solution:
The galvanic coating with zinc effectively protects workpieces made of iron and steel from rust and gives a visually appealing surface due to the light color.
The process is also known as e-zinc and has the advantage that the parts to be coated do not even have to be removed. need to be removed.
The zinc electrolyte from Betzmann Galvanik is excellently suited for both bath and pen electroplating.
With the weakly acidic, cyanide-free zinc electrolyte, you can easily electroplate yourself!
recommended current density: 2.5 Ampere/cm² (bath electroplating)
required voltage: approx. 1-3 volts for bath electroplating, 1-5 volts for pin electroplating
Recommended electrode. Zinc electrode 6mm
With our zinc electrolyte you can among other things:
repair rust holes on your car yourself
galvanize sheet metal
restore oldtimers
Galvanize screws
repair and permanently protect rust damage (spot repair)
Restore model parts / protect against rust
partial repair of rust spots on railings, stairs and other components (no disassembly required)
Please read our product instructions for galvanizing yourself and follow the working instructions for galvanizing.
Suitable galvanizing equipment and accessories can be found in the www.betzmann-galvanik.de store.
Kennzeichnung des Gemisches:
Signalwort: AchtungH-Sätze:H317: Kann allergische Hautreaktionen verursachen.P-Sätze:P102: Darf nicht in die Hände von Kindern gelangen.P260: Aerosol nicht einatmen.P280: Schutzhandschuhe / Augenschutz tragen.P302 + P352: BEI BERÜHRUNG MIT DER HAUT: Mit viel Wasser waschen.P501: Inhalt/Behälter Sondermüll zuführen.
Content: 0.1 Liter (€90.00* / 1 Liter)
Nickel Electrode 6mm
€13.70*
Features "Nickel Electrode 6 mm from Betzmann Galvanik
unalloyed rod anode made of pure nickel
Ø 6 mm x 100 mm
longer lengths on request
as sacrificial anode for nickel plating by means of pin / tampon electroplating, reduced nickel electrolyte consumption, nickel layers are mainly used as diffusion barrier for gold plating of copper or as intermediate layer for tin plating
Material sample with defined purity grade Ni 99.6 for comparative investigation of material properties
Standard electrode for experiments in electrochemistry (electroplating, electrolysis, ion migration, determination of electrochemical potentials, conductivity titration, conductometric titration etc.)
Material: nickel
Degree of purity: 99.6
Diameter: 6 mm
Length: 100 mm
White Palladium 10 Gramm per Liter
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White Palladium Electrolyte with 10 Gram per Liter - The allergen-free alternative to nickel!
White palladium electroplating or coating with palladium is a rather rarely used galvanic coating. However, white palladium plating can offer some advantages, especially as a substitute for electroplating nickel with a nickel electrolyte.
The advantages of white palladium electrolyte compared to electroless nickel plating:
Typically, a nickel electrolyte is used to apply a barrier layer of nickel between copper and gold, preventing the two metals from mixing. However, a palladium plating offers several distinct advantages over the nickel electrolyte:
White palladium is more noble than nickel, meaning no surface corrosion occurs, and the palladium does NOT require extra activation prior to gold plating as nickel does.
The deposition rate and efficiency are excellent, which means there is no unwanted gas evolution.
The electrolyte deposits bright silvery white, very light palladium which can be used as a bright "finish". Gold plating with the Betzmann gold electrolyte for pin electroplating achieves an optimum result on palladium.
White palladium, in contrast to nickel electrolyte, is not carcinogenic and is therefore also permitted for private users!
A very good combination for gold plating of almost all metals is:
Alkaline or acid copper depending on the metal, palladium and finally gold.
All necessary electrolytes are available in our store.
White palladium can be plated on the following metals:
Copper, nickel, brass, silver, gold, on all dechromed surfaces.
Recommended voltages: Pin electroplating: from 3 volts - Bath electroplating: 3 - 4 volts.
Recommended is graphite electrode or platinum electrode from our store.
Palladium content: 10 grams per liter
Main benefits;
Makes a great alternative to rhodium plating giving an authentic 18 carat white gold or platinum plated look.
palladium plating solution (unlike rhodium) doesn’t etch materials made of calcium carbonate such as pearl and coral, so you won’t have to worry about masking out these materials before submerging them in your palladium plating bath.
can be used as a substitute for nickel as a barrier layer for gold plating on copper and its alloys.
can be used as an alternative to silver as it doesn’t tarnish and is hard-wearing.
Very low porosity – excellent for corrosion protection.
Readily wettable by solder and dissolves a lot more slowly than gold in the solder making it an excellent top coat over gold for electrical contacts.
Operating Parameters and Deposit Data
Voltage Range
3.0 – 3.5
Temperature
18 – 25 °C
Palladium Concentration
10g/l
Electrode
Carbon or Platinum
Palladium content in plate
99.9% (balance carbon, nitrogen)
Lightness (L*) of deposit
65 (Cielab)
Plating Rate at (3.5 volts, carbon electrode)
0.6 micron per minute
Hardness
488 Hv
Density of deposit
11.85 g/cm3
Stress
Stressed
Special storage requirements
None
Shelf life
1 – 2 years
Health and Safety classification
Irritant
Special considerations
None
Transport (UN number)
None: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Signalword: Warning
H-phrases:
H332 Harmful by inhalation.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
P phrases:
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 IF INFECTED:P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
Content: 0.05 Liter (€2,260.00* / 1 Liter)
Stainless Steel Electrode 6mm
€5.90*
Stainless Steel Electrode 6mm:
This electrode is ideal for chrome stripping and electro-cleaning.
To swap over to a stainless steel electrode, simply loosen the existing electrode and fit in the new one.
Stainless steel electrodes should not be used for any other processes such as the metal can cause contamination
of the plating solution resulting in considerable wastage of gold metal.
Selecting the best electrode for the job is very important.
Silber High Speed 75 G. /L.
From
€13.69*
Product information “Silver High Speed 75 G. /L.”
Silver High Speed - Silver electrolyte for bath, pad and pin electroplating from Betzmann Galvanik
Product information “Silver electrolyte” silver plating - cyanide free! Betzmann electroplating silver electrolyte - the product properties at a glance: 75 grams of silver per liter - Highly concentrated for fast silver plating Cyanide-free and safe to use - ideal for jewelry manufacturers and also for hobby usersSuitable for bath and pin electroplatingBuilds up thick silver layers very quickly Creates shiny silver layers that can be polished to a high shinePlease note that you need both a power supply unit and a bath or pin electroplating system to create abrasion-resistant silver layers on objects.Silver briefly deposits grey and is then gently polished to a shine with a damp microfiber cloth, then the bright white silver appears. A yellow clouding of the fabric pad during silver plating is normal and decomposes again after a short time. The silver electrolyte is ideal for bath and pin electroplating. With the cyanide-free silver electrolyte from Betzmann Galvanik, you can easily electroplate silver yourself! In contrast to the highly toxic silver electrolytes commonly used in industry, the cyanide-free silver electrolyte is safe to handle.The electrolyte deposits robust and attractive layers of fine silver. The silver is deposited brightly and generally no longer needs to be polished. The electrolyte is ideal for silver-plating jewelry, restorative silver-plating of silver cutlery and galvanic silver-plating of many other objects. Due to the high silver content of 30 grams per liter, the electrolyte deposits silver very quickly - this is particularly advantageous in pin electroplating, as it reduces the working time. Base metals such as zinc or iron should be nickel-plated, copper-plated or silver-plated before silver-plating. Please note that the silver electrode is the optimum electrode for silver plating!We have corresponding electrodes in our range. Alternatively, graphite electrodes and platinum electrodes can be used!Voltage: From 2.7 volts!Operating conditions and deposition data Voltage 2 - 3 volts Deposition rate 1 micrometer per minute (spot)Temperature 15 - 25 °C Silver concentration in the solution 75 g/l Electrode Silver, platinum or graphiteSilver content in the plate 99.9% (fine silver) Brightness (L*) of the deposition 90 - 93 (Cielab)Hardness 251 Hv Density of the deposit 10.4 g/cm3Voltage Medium Special storage requirements Protected from sunlightShelf life 1 - 2 years Health and safety classificationIrritant Special information None (cyanide-free)Transportation (UN number) None: Not classified as dangerous for transportationFurther information: To maintain full shine, polish lightly with Ultra or Ultrafine metal polish or gold polishLabeling according to CLP-VO:Symbol word:Warning! H302 Harmful if swallowedH315 Causes skin irritation.H319 Causes serious eye irritation.P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapor/aerosol.P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protectionP305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove any contact lenses if possible. Continue rinsing.
Content: 0.025 Liter (€552.00* / 1 Liter)
Silver Electrode
€53.60*
Pure silver electrode for silver plating from Betzmann Galvanik
Product Features "Silver Electrode 6 mm
unalloyed rod anode made of pure silver, produced by electrolytic refining
dimensions: Ø 6 mm x 100 mm
material sample with defined purity Ag 99,99 / Ag 4N
Pad Electroplating: as anode for electroplated silver plating, as electroplated coating silver is widely used to reduce the contact resistance and to improve the solderability of contact parts
electrode in electrolysis, element collections, investigation of material properties
as silver ionization electrodes for hygienic operation of a humidifier by active disinfection of the water
Fine silver 999.9/000 has the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of all metals and is also used in research, electrical engineering, medicine, for the production of colloidal silver, for silver pen drawing and occasionally for jewelry making.
Material: Silver
Purity: 99,99 (4N)
Diameter: 6 mm
Length: 100 mm
Features
Benefits
Made from pure silver, it dissolves in the plating solution
The silver in the anode replaces the silver from the plating solution, so you can save between 40% and 50% on the cost of solution. It can also save you time as once you’ve dipped your swab in the plating solution, you don’t have to keep dipping it back – the silver from the anode gets plated instead. If you intend to rely on this, we recommend you mix our Thickener with the Silver Plating Solution to make sure the swab doesn’t dry out and electrical contact is maintained.
Platinum Solution 2 G./Liter
€14.50*
Platinum Electrolyte with 2 Gramm Platinum per Liter!
Platinum Bath - Platinizing with Betzmann Electroplating
Platinum is characterized by high abrasion resistance and gives a noble gray surface.
Alternative: White palladium
The platinum bath from Betzmann Galvanik deposits corrosion-resistant, very bright and shiny platinum layers up to a thickness of 0.5 - 1.0 µm.
It is suitable for both decorative and technical applications and is very well suited for pin, bath and pad electroplating!..
Operating data:
Platinum content: 2.0 g/L
pH-value: <1
Density: 1.08 g/ml, increasing
Working conditions:
Voltage: from 3 volts
Bath temperature: 30 - 40 °C
Exposure time: 2 - 4 min.
Anode material: platinized titanium
Anode/cathode surface: 1 : 1
Fabric movement: required
Recommended speed: 2 - 8 cm/sec.
Deposition rate: approx. 11 mg/Amin; approx. 0.5-1.5 A/dm2
Bath movement: recommended
Precipitation data:
Hardness: 500 HV
Layer thickness: max. 1.0 µm
Fineness: 99,9%
Delivery form:
Ready to use 2 g/L Pt
Features
Applications
High concentration of platinum – 2 grams per litre
Suitable for brush plating both decorative and functional items such as jewellery and electrical connectors
Operating Conditions and Deposit Data
Voltage Range
3.0 – 5.0 volts
Temperature
20 – 25 °C (25 °C preferred)
Platinum concentration
2 g/l
Electrode
Platinum - Carbon
Platinum content in plate
Above 99.9%
Plating Rate at (3.5 volts, Platinum electrode)
Approx. 0.25 micron per minute (spot) – see notes)
Hardness
405 Hv
Density of deposit
21.4 g/cm3
Electrical resistivity of deposit
9.8 micro ohms/cm
Stress
Not determined
Special storage requirements
None
Shelf life
Over 2 years
Health and Safety classification
Irritant
Special considerations
None
Transport (UN number)
2796
Notes:
We strongly advise against the use of stainless steel anodes for most of our plating processes.
Higer voltages give greater plating rates, however more gas is liberated and a mist mask is recommended.
Plating rates are calculated over a sample area which is permanently covered by swab.
Will plate directly onto freshly prepared nickel or stainless steel.
Hazard statements
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary statements
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302 IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH SKIN:
P352 Wash with plenty of water.
P332 If skin irritation occurs:
P313 Get medical advice/attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing.
Content: 0.05 Liter (€290.00* / 1 Liter)
Zinc Electrode
€7.50*
Properties "Zinc Electrode 6 mm from Betzmann Galvanik
unalloyed pin anode made of pure zinc
Ø 6 mm x 100 mm
material sample with defined purity Zn 99.95 for comparative investigation of material properties
standard electrode for experiments in electrochemistry (electroplating, electrolysis, ion migration, determination of electrochemical potentials etc.)
as sacrificial anode for zinc plating by means of pin / pad electroplating, reduced zinc electrolyte consumption
Element collections
Application example Daniell element: The combination of this zinc anode with the corresponding copper electrode is the basis for the construction of a Daniell element as a classical example of a galvanic element.
other diameters zinc round material: Ø 0,5 mm - Ø 2 mm - Ø 3 mm - Ø 6 mm - Ø 6,5 mm - Ø 8 mm - Ø 30 mm - Ø 40 mm - Ø 50 mm - Ø 60 mm - Ø 70 mm - Ø 80 mm - Ø 100 mm as well as larger lengths on request
Material: Zinc
Degree of purity: 99.95 (3N5)
Diameter: 6 mm
Length: 100 mm
White Bronze Mixer
€28.60*
White Bronze Mixer
Just like the other ‘mixer solutions’ we sell, Bronze Mixer can be added to our new copper solution to create a beautiful shade of freshly cast bronze. This brand new solution, exclusive to Real Gold, has been introduced as a replacement for nickel plating solution. Nickel is now banned by the EU for use in the cosmetic industry, as it causes nickel allergy in some people. White Bronze is the ideal substitute for nickel plate, where the surface of the metal is likely to come into contact with the skin, such as on costume jewellery or on spectacle frames. The main uses are listed below.
A replacement for nickel to stop nickel allergy.
Replaces nickel for use as a barrier layer when electroplating gold onto copper or brass.
Makes an excellent key layer when plating silver onto pewter, Britannia metal or other high-tin alloys.
Is similar in hardness to nickel with the electrical properties of silver but with superior corrosion resistance.
White bronze makes an excellent undercoat forblack chrome.
As with our other mixer solutions, you have the same flexibility to create the exact shade of bronze you require. At a low mix ratio it plates an attractive gold shade (2N) of bronze, a white, tarnish resistant coating which resembles nickel. The highest ratio is more like bright chrome.
Features
Used for
When mixed with our Copper Plating Solution to create white bronze, can be used as a replacement for nickel to comply with EU legislation and avoid nickel allergy
Plating any items that will be handled or otherwise come into regular contact with the skin, for example jewellery, lighters and musical instruments
Non-tarnish and silver-like in appearance
Can be used as a low-cost, tarnish resistant alternative to silver plate for example when repairing musical instruments or up-cycling silver plated antiques
Effective as a barrier layer
Can be used for plating on non-conductive surfaces; makes an excellent barrier layer between copper/brass and gold – ideal for plating on non-conductive surfaces
Base coat
Plating an excellent undercoat for black chrome and when plating silver onto pewter, Britannia metal or other high-tin alloys.
Mixing ratio;
1 part Copper Plating Solution to 2 parts White Bronze Mixer – leave to stand for 15 minutes before using
Kennzeichnung gem. CLP-VO
Symbolwort: Achtung
H315 Verursacht Hautreizungen.
H319 Verursacht schwere Augenreizung.
H335 Kann die Atemwege reizen
P261 Einatmen von Staub/Rauch/Gas/Nebel/Dampf/ Aerosol vermeiden.
P305 + P351 + P338 BEI KONTAKT MIT DEN AUGEN: Einige Minuten lang behutsam mit Wasser spülen. Eventuell vorhandene Kontaktlinsen nach Möglichkeit entfernen. Weiter spülen.
Content: 0.05 Liter (€572.00* / 1 Liter)
Curved Platinum Electrode
€74.00*
Features
Used for
Curved shape means greater surface contact with concave and convex shapes
Re-plating headlight reflectors,
Plating the bowls of spoons
Touching in the parts of tin plated saucepans where the tin has worn off
Double the plating rate compared to the standard electrode.
Speeding up plating times of complex shaped larger objects
Gold Solution 8 Gramm / Liter
€60.69*
PRODUCT PRESENTATION - GOLD ELECTRTOLYT 999 FINE GOLD - 23,8 CARAT
WITH 8 GRAMS OF GOLD PER LITER
Do-it-yourself gold plating has never been so easy. Our gold electrolyte from Betzmann Galvanik may be purchased by anyone. Whether it is for use in highly professional laboratories, industry, luxury companies, to the use in the hobby, main or secondary trade, companies, schools, universities, TH , IHK or other authorities.
With this extremely fast and very hard depositing gold electrolyte from Betzmann Galvanik, you can usually coat the following metals directly:
Stainless steel of all kinds, surgical steel, copper, silver, brass, nickel, iron, steel,
The pink color of the electrolyte is the hardness additive cobalt. This gives the otherwise much too soft gold an abrasion resistant surface. This is not toxic in the admixed composition.
The gold electrolyte from Betzmann Galvanik is anti-allergenic, was extracted from crisis- and conflict-free gold and is food-safe.
Our Betzmann Galvanik Gold Electrolyte has a very fast deposition and further achieves a very hard gold layer. It has a very good covering effect and is therefore one of the best products on the market worldwide. A special preservative causes a very long shelf life of at least 2 years and prevents sedimentation, as it occurs with many other gold electrolytes.
The gold electrolyte from Betzmann Galvanik is used worldwide, e.g. for the gold plating of boat parts made of brass that are exposed to salt water, medical technology, measurement technology, for optical gold plating, for technical gold plating, gold plating of drive shafts, musical instruments and their parts, both inside and outside, body jewelry, intimate protection, dental jewelry, dental technology, drills of all kinds, shisa, e-cigarettes so-called. Vaporizers, vehicle parts, engine parts, motorcycle parts, airplane interiors, exhaust systems and manifolds, as gold is very heat resistant, sporting goods, diving equipment, keys and pendants, jewelry, chains and rings of all kinds, piston rods, pipes, table feet, bathroom fixtures and many more.
Partial coatings are possible by masking and masking surrounding areas.
To avoid material loss when coating sloping surfaces, we recommend our thickener/gel former. With this you can thicken all electrolytes also chrome remover, cleaner etc..
Also you can use with this gold mostly in the ratio 1:10 our mixer products like rose gold, white gold and green gold!
Optimal results are achieved with the platinum electrode 6mm - 10cm length or the flat platinum electrode, because platinum electrodes can build up very thick layers far over 10 microns and more.
Graphite electrodes can also be used.
Gold content: 8 grams per liter
The procedure for gilding:
Recommended to first polish the surface to a shine - the nicer the surface, the nicer the shine will be
Thorough degreasing with the electrocleaner
Activate the surface with the activator
Gilding with platinum electrode starting around 5 volts
Voltage Range
3.0 – 8 volts
Temperature
14 – 25 °C
Gold Concentration
8 g/l
Electrode
Platinum or Carbon (see notes)
Gold content in plate
99.9% (balance carbon)
Plating Rate at (3.5 volts, Platinum electrode)
Approx. 0.7 micron per minute (spot)
Hardness
220 – 230 Hv
Density of deposit
19.0 g/cm3
Stress
Medium stress
Special storage requirements
Away from sunlight
Shelf life
1 – 2 years
Signalword: Warning H-phrases:H332 Harmful by inhalation.H312 Harmful in contact with skin.H302 Harmful if swallowed.EUH032 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.P phrases:P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.P301 IF INSPECTED:P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
Content: 0.05 Liter (€1,213.80* / 1 Liter)
K-Gold - Clear Gold 10 Gramm/L.
€64.00*
Product information "Klargold - Clear Gold " by Betzmann Galvanik
Clear gold with 10 grams of gold per liter is just like the gold flash - wonderfully suitable as an intermediate layer or decorative layer.
Betzmann Galvanik's Clear Gold has the following main applications:
1. for mixing with Rose Gold Mixer - White Gold Mixer - Green Gold Mixer or Goldweisser. The hardness additives are in the respective mixer liquids. You can find the instructions in the respective item description and guide.
2. Optical-decorative layer:
Gold is soft and requires the addition of cobalt as a hard abrasion resistant top layer, which is not included in this product.
Therefore, the gold layer from the Clear Gold appears slightly lighter yellow.
Parts that are not subject to stress, such as souvenirs, horseshoes for decoration, etc., can be easily, directly and inexpensively gilded with the Clear Gold.
Tip: You can first very intensively and thickly gild parts with the clear gold, because the high proportion of gold very quickly and thick gold layers and then coated briefly with the 8 or 12 grams cobalt-displaced hard gold!
3. bonding primer for the following coatings:
Many applications require thin layers of gold before actual plating.
With the Clear Gold from Betzmann Galvanik you can apply the desired gold layer.
As an example, direct silver plating of nickel is usually not feasible, so you can first gold plate with the Clear Gold, then silver plate.
Likewise, when using black chrome, rose gold plating, green gold plating, the clear gold serves as an optimal bonding base when copper or nickel cannot be applied directly!
Also, the gilding of nickel, which naturally oxidizes, is very easy and spotless possible.
Then chrome plating on clear gold can be done even easier and without problems.
Recommended electrode: platinum electrode, graphite electrode
Voltage: from approx. 4 volts
Cyanide free
Procedure:
Polishing if necessary
Degreasing
Activate
Clear Gold
Continue with the top coat chrome, white gold, rose gold, green gold
Features
Used for
Designed mainly as a base solution for mixing with our Coloured Gold Mixers
Mixing with Yellow, White, Rose, and Green Gold Mixers and Brass Effect Gold Mixer.
Can be mixed with 2 or more Gold Mixers
Creating a huge spectrum of different shades and tints of gold – good for exactly matching colour of original gold plated layer
Can be plated on its own, forming a soft, 24 carat gold layer, completely cyanide free
Mainly functional purposes only. Needs a Gold Flash undercoat if plating on to stainless steel
Signalword: Warning
H-phrases:
H332 Harmful by inhalation.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
P phrases:
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 IF INFECTED:P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/
Content: 0.05 Liter (€1,280.00* / 1 Liter)
Storage cup for Deluxe Plater
€4.90*
Storage cup for the professional coating machine 50 Ampere Betzmann Galvanoshop:
This stable cup with screw cap fits perfectly into the holder of the professional electroplating unit.
Capacity 300 ml. On request, you will receive the appropriate labelling for the material to be stored.
White Rhodium
€47.01*
White Rhodium:
Our Rhodium Tank Plating Solution delivers very bright, white layers of rhodium electroplating and has been formulated for long life. It can be operated in both fast (40 °C) and slow mode (room temperature) – see Tech Specs.
This solution has an extra long shelf life of over 5 years.
Rhodium concentration: 2 grams per litre.
Plating Solution
Features
Used for
Rhodium
Highly reflective and corrosion resistant, lustrous appearance
Hardest precious metal
Rhodium concentration: 2 gms per litre
Plating over white gold alloy (typically 75% gold with balance palladium, platinum or silver) to give a brilliant finish
Non-tarnish coating for silver
Plating in a small beaker or tank
Operating Parameters
Not required
Rhodium Concentration
2 g/l
Plating Factor
0.02 A/cm2
Plating Rate (PF: 0.02)
0.08 micron/min at 40 °C (fast mode – see notes)
Plating Rate (PF: 0.02)
0.04 micron/min at 20 °C (slow mode – see notes)
Recommended thickness
0.1 – 0.3 micron
Maximum thickness
0.7 micron
Lightness (L*) of deposit
75 – 78%
Voltage
1-3 volts
pH
<1.0
Anode
Mesh
Agitation
Hardness
900-950 Hv
Stress (tensile)
High (tensile)
Special storage requirements
None
Shelf life
Over 5 years
Health and Safety classification
Corrosive
Special considerations
None
Transport (UN number)
2796
Content: 0.05 Liter (€940.20* / 1 Liter)
Aluminium Electrode 6mm
€12.00*
Aluminum Electrode for brighter chromium plating
Our new type of aluminum electrode separates the chrome III brighter when plating and prevents the yellow tint that usually occurs with nickel electrodes.
Dimensions: 6mm diameter, length approx. 10 cm
Black Ruthenium
€34.51*
Black ruthenium from Betzmann Galvanik
Product information “Black ruthenium bath with 5 gram / L Ru
The black ruthenium bath deposits dark to gray-black ruthenium layers. The ruthenium electrolyte works to maintain gloss and a high level of color consistency is achieved. The coatings are non-slip and impress with their decorative color. The maximum achievable coating thickness is 0.2-0.5 µm. For base metals or silverware, pre-gilding or a palladium layer is strongly recommended as an undercoat.
Operating data:
Ruthenium content: 5.0 g/l Ru
pH value: approx. 1
Density: approx. 12 g/cm3
Working conditions:
Voltage: 2.2-3 volts
Bath temperature: 65°C Exposure time: 2 min
Anode material: Mixed oxide anodes/platinized titanium
Anode/cathode area: 1 : 1
Fabric movement: required
Current density: 0.5-3.0 A/dm2
Bath filtration: from 10 liters
Deposition rate: 1-3 mg/amine
Deposition speed: 0.02µm/min at 1.5A/dm2
Precipitation data:
Hardness: approx. 800 HV
Layer thickness: max. 0.5 µm
Density: approx. 12 g/cm3
Safety:
Hazard statements
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary statements
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305 IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH EYES:
P351 Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
P338 Remove contact lenses, if present and if possible. Continue rinsing.
P313 Get medical advice/attention.
Content: 0.05 Liter (€690.20* / 1 Liter)
Chromplating - Chrome solution
€11.66*
Chrome electrolyte - chrome plating with Betzmann Galvanik
Chrome plating by yourself with high-quality chrome electrolyte from Betzmann Galvanik
A layer of chromium protects a wide variety of components from oxidation and corrosion. In addition, the workpiece is given a visually appealing appearance. Our electrolyte is based on chrome(III). While chromium(VI) was originally used in the industrial process, chromium(III) electrolytes are increasingly being used because they have a significantly lower impact on man and nature. This electrolyte contains all our know-how - we were able to make it significantly brighter and more efficient. Current densities up to 20A/dm² can be achieved.
Usually chrome is deposited in the layer system copper - nickel - chrome. The intermediate layer of nickel provides additional protection against corrosion, as chrome layers show microcracks. T
Of course, the chrome electrolyte is suitable for all processes such as bath electroplating and pen plating (or pad plating).
When chromium plating, always wear the necessary protective equipment such as safety goggles, gloves and protective clothing and only work in a well-ventilated room.
Parameters (these may vary, please test):
Bath electroplating: 1.5-6V (approx. 3V recommended at 10cm distance)
pin plating: 3-7V (approx. 4-5V recommended)
Current density: 4-24A/dm² (up to 50A/dm² with bath movement)
Working temperature 20-50°C (25°C recommended)
deposition rate: 0.06µm/min at 10A/dm²
The most important advantages at a glance:
is equally suitable for bath electroplating and pen plating / pad plating
high adhesive strength and abrasion resistance
high hardness up to 1200 HV
extremely large current density range
appealing optics
Color of the chrome layer is very similar to the result of hexavalent chrome baths
heating of the electrolyte is not necessary (temperature range 15-50°C, preferably 15-30°C)
high reflection and beautiful gloss
higher permissible metal impurities than with other processes, thus easier to use
To achieve a perfect result with the chrome electrolyte, the appropriate anodes are required for the galvanic process used. Anodes made of aluminum, platinized titanium, platinum or iridium are recommended. For pen plating, graphite, nickel or stainless steel anodes can be used if necessary. With nickel or stainless steel anodes, however, it is important to ensure that the pad is washed out well in between so that the metal contamination that arises does not contaminate the electrolyte and the chromium layer.
Aluminium anodes have proven to be particularly advantageous, they are particularly cost-effective and the electrolyte retains its excellent color. If you do not have any, we recommend that you order them directly from us.
Identification of the mixture:
Chrome Electrolyte
(contains chromium hydroxide sulfate, boric acid, ammonium chloride, ammonium formate)
Signal word: Caution
H-phrases:
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
P phrases:
P261: Avoid inhalation of aerosol.
P280: Wear protective gloves / eye protection.
P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P333 + P313: If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P101: If medical advice is needed, have container or label at hand.
P102: Keep out of the reach of children.
Content: 0.1 Liter (€116.60* / 1 Liter)
Tin - Zinc 70/30
€22.60*
Tin - Zinc
Our latest development in alloy plating solutions is one that plates 70% tin and 30% zinc. Our tin zinc alloy plating solution is an environmentally friendly alternative to cadmium plating. It is two to three times more effective than cadmium and up to ten times better than zinc. The picture opposite illustrates the effectiveness of the process. Tin/zinc can also serve as a base coat for gold when plating on to steel and iron parts. Tin/zinc plates dull, but can easily be polished to high lustre with MetaPrep, MetaPrep Ultra or the Hand Polishing Kit.
Tin/zinc has the following main advantages:
An excellent alternative to highly toxic cadmium.
Very good corrosion resistance
Excellent solderability
Very ductile
Plates a uniform thickness, even in recesses.
Features
Used for
Compositions of 70% tin, 30% zinc – environmentally friendly alternative to cadmium
A base coat for gold when plating on to steel and iron
2-3 times more effective than cadmium and 10 times better than zinc
Coating steel to dramatically slow down corrosion, particularly in salt water
Can be easily soldered
plating when further construction work is necessary
Plates to a uniform thickness, even in recesses
Plating jobs where plating to specific thicknesses is an important consideration
Very ductile
Plating items that will need to have some flexibility
Tech Tip;
Tin/zinc plates dull, but can easily be polished to high lustre with MetaPrep, MetaPrep Ultra or the Hand Polishing Kit.
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.
Content: 0.05 Liter (€452.00* / 1 Liter)