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anodizing metal parts

Anodizing metal parts is a key process that has great significance in increasing the strength and life of these components. This process involves an insulating oxide to be formed on the metal parts, which exposure by immersion in electrolytic solutions. The oxide layer is being typically 5 - 25 microns thick on the surface, which plays a crucial role of toughness for the metal components in different ways.

First, the oxide layer provides a high corrosion resistance; which is beneficial for use in harsh practical applications where metal parts are subjected to weathering consistently. This ensures that these anodized metal components can battle all natural extremes from moisture, saltwaters to freezing temperature. Second, the anodized layer adds to the metal's hardness so it doesn't scratch or get as easily damaged and should last longer. Furthermore, this layer serves as an insulator to prevent potential short-circuits due to contact with other metals and increase overall safety.

How to Anodize Metal Parts at Home (In 4 Simple Steps)

This way home DIY enthusiasts can also anodize metal parts in their own home with a easy process, broken down to few short steps. On this account we must remember that for the effective performance of a task you need to have specialized gear with some specific requirements in order obtain good results.

The first step of the process is to build an electrolytic cell, a buffer that keeps the electrolytic solution and houses both cathode and anode. The anode is the portion of metal being protected, while it must be connected to another piece of conductive material (cathodic which connects with rectifier) We have created an electrolytic cell, next we will clean the metal part that need to be anodized. Either a degreaser / wire brush can be used to remove any contaminants or existing oxide layers.

After that, anodizing solution is prepared. It is ideally in a composition of 10-15% sulfuric acid with the rest being water, because Sulphuric acid and water are typically used as active ingredient. Once the solution is created, the metal parts are placed in an electrolyte solution and connected to a cathode on one side. A current is then fed into the cell, with an idealised amperage recommendation of 1-5 amps depending on power supply.

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