Common electroplating equipment: A. Electroplating tank; B. Power supply equipment; C. Auxiliary equipment
Author: Marisa
A. Plating tank
The plating tank is an indispensable equipment in the electroplating process. Its material and design have an important impact on the quality of electroplating.
Material and design of the plating tank
The material of the plating tank should have good corrosion resistance and mechanical strength. Common materials include PVC, PP, titanium alloy, etc. The design of the plating tank needs to consider factors such as the fluidity of the plating solution, temperature control and electrode configuration to ensure the stability and uniformity of the electroplating process.
Maintenance and care of the plating tank
The maintenance and care of the plating tank includes regular cleaning and inspection to prevent the accumulation of sediment and impurities and maintain the cleanliness of the plating solution. The electrodes and plating solution in the plating tank need to be replaced and replenished regularly to ensure their stable performance.
B. Power supply equipment
Power supply equipment is an important equipment that provides the electrical energy required for electroplating. Its type and characteristics directly affect the electroplating effect.
Types and characteristics of electroplating power supplies
Electroplating power supplies are divided into two categories: DC power supplies and pulse power supplies. The DC power supply has stable output and is suitable for general electroplating processes; the pulse power supply improves the electroplating quality by changing the current waveform and is suitable for high-demand precision electroplating.
Selection and application of electroplating power supply
Select a suitable electroplating power supply according to the requirements of the electroplating process and the characteristics of the coating. Modern electroplating processes often use programmable power supplies to achieve precise control of current and voltage, and improve the automation and intelligence level of the electroplating process.
C. Auxiliary equipment
Auxiliary equipment plays an important supporting role in the electroplating process, including filtration systems, heating and cooling equipment, and automatic control systems.
Filtration system
The filtration system is used to remove suspended matter and impurities in the electroplating solution, maintain the cleanliness of the electroplating solution, and prevent defects on the coating surface. Common filtration equipment includes mechanical filters, activated carbon filters, etc.
Heating and cooling equipment
The temperature of the electroplating solution has an important influence on the quality of electroplating. Heating equipment is used to increase the temperature of the electroplating solution and promote the chemical reaction rate; cooling equipment is used to reduce the temperature of the electroplating solution to prevent overheating. Common equipment includes electric heaters, cooling coils, etc.
Automated control system
The automated control system uses computer control to realize automated operation and real-time monitoring of the electroplating process, improving production efficiency and coating quality. The automated system includes modules such as current and voltage control, temperature control, and stirring control to ensure the stability and consistency of the electroplating process.