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-----How to apply lead onto copper and lead
May 21, 2009
I want to plate a copper bar and a lead plate (welded together) with lead.
My thickness desired is around 0.5 mm to 1.0 mm.
What is the economical solution to plate this with a big amount of pieces and a these pieces weigh over 150 lbs each. (handling problem).
I don't think electroplating is a good solution for me (thickness of lead .5 mm to 1.0 mm)
buyer - Toronto
There is a hot immersion process called "babbitting" that is used to apply layers of lead-tin alloys to slide bearings and other kind of anti-friction surfaces made of many different materials. A pre-coating of pure tin is usually applied to improve adhesion but in your particular case it is better to call an expert. Just type the word in your search engine.
Guillermo MarrufoMonterrey, NL, Mexico
May 30, 2009
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