Aloha, fun & authoritative answers -- no cost, no passwords, no popups
(as an eBay Partner & Amazon Affiliate we earn from qualifying purchases)

Metal finishing Q&As since 1989

-----

Rack plating - process description

Hello All. This is my first thread and please be lenient. I have a problem with rack plating. my supplier produce for my shells with tin cover - rack plating. In places when shells have contact with rack tin have value below tolerance and appear a black stains. Will great if somebody will help me in this case - how improve this defect? I try to find also a description for rack plating method . Thanks for help.

Regards

Peter Rychlewski
- Poland
2006

Hi Peter. Rack plating means the parts were hung on hooks. The hook draws current and consequently it will leave "rack marks" like you describe. However, it may well be possible to rack the parts better so that the rack marks are smaller and in a inconspicuous area.

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
2006

Dear Mr.Peter,

There is nothing to worry.
Just use copper jigs or wires for electrical connections.
That will help you to avoid contact marks.

All the best.

S.V. Aurobind
plating process supplier - Bangalore, India
2006

(No "dead threads" here! If this page isn't currently on the Hotline your Q, A, or Comment will restore it)

Q, A, or Comment on THIS thread -or- Start a NEW Thread

Disclaimer: It's not possible to fully diagnose a finishing problem or the hazards of an operation via these pages. All information presented is for general reference and does not represent a professional opinion nor the policy of an author's employer. The internet is largely anonymous & unvetted; some names may be fictitious and some recommendations might be harmful.

If you are seeking a product or service related to metal finishing, please check these Directories: