For export outside the UK and the EU only. Requires further additions in order for it to function. Please refer to the Tech Specs and Product Details tabs nest to this for more information.
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- Our plating solutions have been fully tested for optimum efficiency and ease of use.
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HS Code: 3824 99 70
Operating Parameters
| 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 |
72 – 80% |
| Voltage |
1- volts |
| pH |
<1.0 |
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| Anode |
Mesh |
| Agitation |
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| Hardness |
900-950 Hv |
| Stress (tensile) |
High (tensile) |
| Special storage requirements |
None |
| Shelf life |
Over 5 years |
| Health and Safety classification |
Not classified |
| Special considerations |
None |
| Transport (UN number) |
Not applicable |
Notes:
- Our online calculator for Rhodium Tank Plating Solution is calibrated at the higher temperature
of 40 °C. If operating at 20 °C, you will need to double the time indicated by the calculator to
achieve the desired thickness.
- Cover the solution when not in use and if not using for a long period of time, store in a closed
container.
To prepare 1 litre of working solution from 800ml of Rhodium Tank Plating Solution (export outside UK and EU only)
1. Add 800ml of Rhodium Tank Plating Solution (export outside UK and EU only) to a 1 litre graduated beaker or measuring cylinder.
2. Measure 60 millilitre of Battery Acid (25 % – 35%) and add it to the measuring cylinder.
3. Make up to 1 litre with distilled or deionised water. See notes below
4. Add to plating beaker or store in original bottle.
To prepare 500ml of working solution from 400ml of Rhodium Tank Plating Solution (export outside UK and EU only)
1. Add 400ml of Rhodium Tank Plating Solution (export outside UK and EU only) to a 500ml graduated beaker or measuring cylinder.
2. Measure 30 millilitre of Battery Acid (25 % – 35%) and add it to the measuring cylinder.
3. Make up to 500ml with distilled or deionised water. See notes below
4. Add to plating beaker or store in original bottle.
To prepare 250ml of working solution from 200ml of Rhodium Tank Plating Solution (export outside UK and EU only)
1. Add 200ml of Rhodium Tank Plating Solution (export outside UK and EU only) to a 250ml graduated beaker or measuring cylinder.
2. Measure 15 millilitre of Battery Acid (25 % – 35%) and add it to the measuring cylinder.
3. Make up to 250ml with distilled or deionised water. See notes below
4. Add to plating beaker or store in original bottle.
Notes:
If Battery Acid is not available, please contact us with the percentage which
is available and we will advise on the addition accordingly.
Water for filling steam irons or water for topping up lead acid batteries can be used.
General guide;
Certain small items, for example Swabs, Nibs and Plating Pens can be sent by normal post within the UK
- The courier option for UK deliveries is FedEx
- Free UK mainland delivery available on orders over £200
- International orders usually 3-5 working days.
For all price quotations for deliveries, please add your items to our shopping cart. You will be able to see the shipping costs by clicking on the ‘Calculate shipping’ button in the cart and before checking out.
