A
revolution in Small Scale Anodizing!
Now Includes An Instructional DVD

Provides a durable anodized surface - which
can easily be dyed.
Simple to operate - Predictable consistent
results
Low Current Density means – Inexpensive
power source
Low Current Density means – No
heat buildup in the tank
VERY dilute chemical requirement –
Environmentally friendly
No fumes – SAFER in confined areas
Fully Expandable - Kits can be made
bigger by obtaining larger plastic containers
Conforms to Mil Spec A 8625 F
Read How To Use
This Product (PDF - 1.9MB) (These instructions are
included in the manual)
View a Trailer Of The Instructional DVD 2.1MB (QuickTime)
Ask questions about this product on our anodizing forum
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- Anodize a polished, chrome like
finish on Aluminum
- Color Aluminum With A Myriad
of colors and patterns
- Automotive Parts
- Paint Ball Guns
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Power Supply
1 Gal Battery Acid
Small amount of electrical wire to
make connections
Aluminum wire to hang parts |
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Standard Kit Contains:
- 6 x 6 gal tanks with locking rings and lids (12" diam
x 14" deep)
- 5 tanks for the Anodizing & Dying Process,
1 tank for Anodize Stripping
- 4 x 300 watt Ceramic Heaters
- 1 x Thermostat
- 2 x 200 Watt Glass Heaters
- 1 x Rinsing Sprayer
- 1 pack Mist Balls
- 1 x 4oz Mist Suppressant – treats 48 gals
of Anodizing Solution
- 1 x 1lb Anodizing Sealant – makes 8 gallons
- 1 x 2lb SP Degreaser – makes 4 gallons
- 2 x 1 qt De-oxidizer – makes 4.5 gallons
- 2 x 8" x 8" GP Plates
- 1 x Agitator Pump
- 6 x Aluminum Strips (1 for tank bar, 5 for testing)
- 2 x 1lb Anodize & Chrome Stripper - Makes 6
Gal
- 1 x Color Wheel
- The Caswell Plating Manual
- LCD Anodizing Instructional DVD
- Requires 1 gallon Battery Acid – not supplied
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Deluxe Kit Contains:
- 6 x 6 gal tanks with locking rings and lids (12" diam
x 14" deep)
- 5 tanks for the Anodizing & Dying Process,
1 tank for Anodize Stripping
- 4 x 300 watt Ceramic Heaters
- 1 x Thermostat
- 2 x 200 Watt Glass Heaters
- 1 x Rinsing Sprayer
- 1 pack Mist Balls
- 1 x 4oz Mist Suppressant – treats 48 gals
of Anodizing Solution
- 1 x 1lb Anodizing Sealant – makes 8 gallons
- 1 x 2lb SP Degreaser – makes 4 gallons
- 2 x 1 qt De-oxidizer – makes 4.5 gallons
- 2 x 8" x 8" GP Plates
- 1 x Agitator Pump
- 6 x Aluminum Strips (1 for tank bar, 5 for testing)
- 2 x 1lb Anodize & Chrome Stripper - Makes 6
Gal
- 1 x Color Wheel
- The Caswell Plating Manual
- LCD Anodizing Instructional DVD
- Reverse Osmosis System
- 25 Amp Constant Current Power
Supply (for parts
up to 5 sq ft)
- Requires 1 gallon Battery Acid – not supplied
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At this stage of
the process the film has microscopic pores (see picture
left) which have to be sealed (or 'fixed') by dipping
the part into sealer for 15 minutes. The part may be colored
prior to boiling by simply soaking in our range of professional
anodizing dyes. An almost infinite range of colors can
be produced by mixing the dyes together. |
| The most exciting part of aluminum
anodizing, is without doubt, experimenting with the amazing
array of colors and effects one can produce, with a little
practice and skill. The metal can be pretreated in a variety
of ways, polished, scratch brushed etc., the anodize film
grown, and then the colors applied prior to sealing the
anodize surface, permanently locking the colors into the
metal. The system is ideal for paint ball guns, model
aircraft parts, and prototype work. The manual and DVD discuss the numerous techniques for dyeing, including
multicolor, ‘splash’ dyeing, silk screen printing, air
brush spraying etc. |
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Each kit is supplied with a color
wheel. Dyes can be mixed together to create a host of
different colors. The dyes are in concentrated liquid
form, a 4oz bottle makes up 2 gals of ready to use dye.
To make up different colors, we suggest that you make
up the colors to the correct dilution first, then take
a quantity of each dye and blend them together. A
color chart can be seen here. |
Anodized aluminum has a very
durable surface that is unaffected by weather and many chemicals.
The surface will resist high temperatures, even a blowtorch,
for short periods.
The issue of safety whilst anodizing is addressed by the use
of plastic fume balls and a chemical mist suppressant, both
of which float on the surface of the anodizing tank. During
operation, no dangerous fumes are evident. Anodize Fume Suppressant
may also be used on any sulfuric acid electro-stripping or
etching tanks.
Don't rely on mist suppressants entirely, they ALL break
down eventually. Fume balls are permanent and they help control
heat loss & evaporation,
maintaining a more even tank temperature. Don't settle
for kits that don't come with fume balls.
Anodizing
Sealant. This is the
product the commercial anodizers use. Add only 1 oz per gal
of distilled water, and heat to boil for 15-20 mins. 1lb
pack makes 16 gals solution.
Aluminum
De-Oxidizer & De-Smut. This is the product the
commercial anodizers use, a liquid concentrate, added to
distilled water, to make a pre-anodize dip which de-smuts,
removes unwanted materials such as copper, silicone & magnesium
and prepares the metal for immediate anodizing. This is
useful on alloys prone to smutting when placed into the
anodizing tank. (Usually found on many Japanese motorcycle
parts.) Aluminum De-Oxidizer & De-Smut is a chrome-free
liquid de-oxidizer for a wide range of alloys. It operates
at
room temperature
and is also an excellent de-oxidizer for aluminum alloys
prior to chromating.
Anodize & Chrome Stripper is a super fast commercial
grade stripper. It outperforms all others in speed and quality.
Does not attack the aluminum. 1 lb makes 3 gallons.
A reliable source of high quality battery acid can be obtained
from NAPA AUTO STORES. See NAPA
Online for a store near
you.
Battery acid makes up ALL types of anodizing baths (just
add distilled water). No need to carry different solutions
for different anodizing tasks.
Buying quality battery acid locally saves shipping hazardous
materials and HAZMAT charges. It costs next to nothing, so
much larger setups can be produced at minimum cost, and if
you contaminate the tank, it is inexpensive to replace, unlike
pre-made solutions.
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