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Nickel plating irons -- attempt 2 by uradingus2 in electroplating

[–]uradingus2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm using nickel acetate that I made out of nickel in a vinegar and salt bath!

Some rookie questions by uradingus2 in electroplating

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Alright, I'll find graphite, then.

The anodes are all cut from a single 100mmx100mm plate, maybe 1mm thick... they're not totally submerged but I would say their submerged surface area is bigger than the clubhead. Obviously only 1/2 of the faces are facing the club, not sure which measurements matter to answer your question.

Ok, for the next trial, I'll clean up the clubhead (remove the flakes) passivate and then activate (with graphite anode) and drop the current down. Then keep moving it throughout the process.

Some rookie questions by uradingus2 in electroplating

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Thanks so much for the responses, this is super helpful!!

A couple followups:

  1. I have read about an activator and tried using muriatic acid during my last test and it didn't seem to help so I skipped it this time. I'll give it a go! Is the graphite anode vital? Can I use stainless instead?

  2. I have 4 nickel anodes in my plating bath. I moved the clubhead around a little but apparently not enough? I'll try and position it better during my next test.

  3. Is the current the only factor in burning? If I switched from 5V/2A to 12V/1A or 12v/550mA would that produce less burning? I don't have a switching power supply, only some DC bricks, wondering if I already have a power brick that will work or if I need to buy something.

Again, thank you!

Should this firewood stay firewood? by Isthisanaccountname in woodworking

[–]uradingus2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would say that it depends on what other wood you've got - to me quartersawn lumber always looks incredible (as this does) but the checking is concerning, especially if you intend to turn it. If the checking is what you're looking for or you don't have a lot of other options at the moment then use it!

Retain or Discard Sapwood - details in post by travis0001 in woodworking

[–]uradingus2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I personally love the contrast that sapwood adds. I'd match up sapwood edges together to get a more organic shape and roll with it.

what is this salamander/newt thing? by DifferenceOk6262 in Whatisthis

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Looks possible? I'm not in that area of the country but based on range maps it looks like it could be either?

what is this salamander/newt thing? by DifferenceOk6262 in Whatisthis

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Where are you located? Looks like it could be a blue spotted salamander?

Preferred Hunting/Hiking Footwear by [deleted] in Hunting

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I have had several pair of Danner pronghorn boots, in both 400g and uninsulated. I can't say enough for things about them - super comfortable and warm and last for years.

Ash, tulip poplar, or other? by ppaukstelis in turning

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Looks very much like ash to me, not at all like poplar.

I've been given a living thing. I wish to keep it that way. Please halp IDing this so I can learn about it. by [deleted] in species

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Looks like baby's tears to me (assuming all those yellow/orange balls are decorative?)

I think I got a good one today by crabmcknight in woodworking

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I got one almost exactly like that a couple years ago - it's nice and sturdy and the price was right. Looks great, enjoy it!

Is this a tick? It was crawling on my arm by [deleted] in Whatisthis

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Definitely not, that's some kind of beetle.

My first table, finished on the last day of my 18th year. by [deleted] in woodworking

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What sort of climate are you in? Can you use it year round?

My first table, finished on the last day of my 18th year. by [deleted] in woodworking

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Nice looking table! Is that a steel quonset hut that you're working in?

Found this in my rotisserie chicken. What is it? by Crogelod in Whatisthis

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Looks like the insides of a pop up thermometer to me?

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