This powdered acid is mixed with water to produce a mild solution for etching, brightening and cleaning. Use to clean and activate parts to assure strong metallic bonding throughout the subsequent plating process. The 2 lb. size makes 8 gallons - 5 lb. size makes 20 gallons. Use at room temperature for 30 to 60 seconds. This solution is not used with a rectifier.
Clean Earth Activator is primarily designed to activate stainless steel surfaces, preparing them for subsequent plating processes like gold plating, by effectively cleaning and etching the metal to ensure proper adhesion of the plating solutions; it is often used in jewelry making applications where stainless-steel components need to be plated with gold. Key points about Clean Earth Activator:
*Function: Activates the surface by cleaning and etching, promoting better adhesion for plating.
*Application: Used before gold plating on stainless-steel components.
*Benefits: Considered and environmentally friendly alternative to harsh acid.