Electroplating Info

[DaKra]

I want to nickel or chrome plate some plastic and resin parts, but I've never done this before.  Can somebody recommend a good reference on the subject? 

Thanks
Dave 

[eTraxx]

Think you are looking at Vacuum metalization. Did a quick search and found .. http://www.chrometechusa.com/

[DaKra]

Thanks Ed, I should have specified I want to DIY at home.  Looking for a website or reference book.

[lab-dad]

Jay Lenno showed a new technique that uses a liquid and you pour it on.

http://www.catalysts.basf.com/Main/surface_technologies/hard_chrome_replacement.be

Go to the Jay Leno's garage website and search for chrome, it will bring up a link that shows a video on it with Jay. Not actually pour on, they spray it in the video but it looks like it could be poured because there is a lot of runoff and no runs in the product. Loked like cool stuff for the interior stuff you need rechromed.

Here is the thread I got the info from.
http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=604727

-Mj

[mabloodhound]

Not cheap: http://www.sprayonchrome.com/magicchrome.html

[eTraxx]

Wow. That is just crazy cool .. here's a direct link on this webpage to the video

http://www.ridelust.com/new-process-replaces-chrome-plating/

[jacq01]

 

Dave,

 the Back Shop used to do it http://home.onemain.com/~thebackshop/plastics.htm

 I don't know who took over this part of the bussiness.  The Porter shown belongs to Jerry Kitts, maybe he has some more info.

 jacq

[DaKra]

Thanks.  I am looking for "do it yourself" information on electroplating at home.   

[jacq01]

  Check MicroMark.  I received the latest catalogue today and on page 30 is an add for electroplating small parts at home

   Jacq

[marc_reusser]

Dave,

 the Back Shop used to do it http://home.onemain.com/~thebackshop/plastics.htm

 I don't know who took over this part of the bussiness.  The Porter shown belongs to Jerry Kitts, maybe he has some more info.

 jacq

NO...that is not what happened there (I know this fo a fact)....the photo shows a BRASS loco...not a plated plastic loco. What happened it that dave used the plastic parts as lost casting originals, to make brass parts from....which were then built up into this loco.


Marc

[Mr Potato Head]

You sure are an Authority on Dave Braun : - )_)   LOL
MPH
Did you know that Superman is featured in every episode of "Seinfeld" ! either by name or pictures on Jerry's refrigerator

[marc_reusser]

You sure are an Authority on Dave Braun : - )_)   LOL
MPH

Expert no....choice words, yes...but in this case I just had the opportunity to see some of the resulting brass pieces from Jerry Kitts.


Marc

[Design-HSB]

Thanks.  I am looking for "do it yourself" information on electroplating at home.   

Hi,

on this page you will get yourself" information on electroplating at home.

[jacq01]

   Dave,

   for resin or plastic parts, cover the complete surface first with conductive paint. than you can use MicroMarks system or the Conrad system.
   See also remark in the translation from Design-HSB.

   Jacq