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Copper plating

is there any way to use copper instead of copper sulphate [on eBay or Amazon]in plating? Would much prefer household chemicals if possible.I have a grandchild that loves science,I would like to keep her interested,but could use a little help. Thank you.

Jo Dooley
students grandma - Shepherdsville, Kentucky
October 10, 2008

Hi, Jo. Our FAQ "How Electroplating Works" will explain how to copper plate (for demonstration purposes) with vinegar [in bulk on eBay or Amazon] and copper. Good luck.

Regards,

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
October , 2008

vinegar is a good choice of bath, copper electric wire as anode.

Good Luck

Bob Z. L. Bao
Physicist - Seattle
November 1, 2008

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