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Powder-like development after rhodium bath

2005

Hi,

I'd like to ask you about my problem. I'm new to the field. its this powder that develops after dipping my piece to the solution for about 60 seconds. What could be wrong? Please give assistance.

Thanks.

Elino Villanueva
jewellery manufacturing - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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First of two simultaneous responses --

What is your pre-clean process? If that is sufficient, try filtering solution through a carbon tube for 2 hours. You may have buffing compounds or insoluble salts present in the bath. Have your supplier do an analysis on the bath, and have it checked for metallic impurities. Good Luck!

Mark Baker
process engineer - Malone, New York
2005

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Second of two simultaneous responses --

Maybe your current is too high. Sounds like burning.

Neil Bell
Red Sky Plating

Albuquerque, New Mexico

2005