Jason, I just discovered your new and improved recipes today as I moved and am now making up a new 2 gallon batch of your old formula. I am not in the position to get everything I need right away to make those new solutions but I do need to get my solution made today and working. SO - my question is, can you tell me if I will be able to make both of your new solutions by using the solution I am making today (old recipe of yours) and then adding the additional ingredients later when I can get them? Not asking for the recipe -- just need to know if I will have to toss my new solution or if I can work with it to make the new recipes. Thanks!
Really interesting video. So silicone moulds are fine with being submerged in the electroforming solution? None of the chemicals break them down? I have some platinum silicone moulds that Id like to try this with but just want to clarify before I destroy them haha.
Thank you for the video! I'm just getting into Electroplating. Could use all the advice I can get. I'm making my bath out of pool acid. 1 to 5 parts water. Does that sound about right to you? Using a good power supply and copper plates
Is it possible to do bright copper plating without strong acids? Eg using Citric acid or vinegar? I know it's possible to get a Matt/salmon finish but bright?
im just getting materials to start electro...., have 2 questions, 1: if i wanna work with organic materials for jewelry making, which i rather have them silvered... can i go straight to electroplating? 2: did you make any video on how to build the tank? I saw yours in one of your videos and was very impressed, if so, can you show me the link? thanks a lot ! im learning lots 🙏
After some reading I keep seeing cyanide and other toxic chemicals come up. Can't find much on safe chemicals to use. Would you be willing to expand upon this and what chemicals you are using?
My copper is not electroforming fully.right now im forming on silicon with graphite as conductor but the copper forms aroung the silicone and leave the middle whats the problem 5 days now in the bath
Dear Jason, I am new to electroplating with my first test run bubbling in the background on Nickel. I was astounded by what you said and demonstrated. Copper electroplating onto objects that don’t look electrically conductive - ie plant life and plaster cast. How does this work? You’ve opened up a big pandora’s box for me and I’d love to have a go at it myself. The making of a copper solution looks like it produces a copper ionic solution out of solid copper. Would cutting a few steps and dissolve Copper sulphate work as a startup solution?
We use sulphuric acid to move copper into solution from a solid, The solution is already saturated with copper sulphate. The solid copper is copper pipes which contains phosphorus.. A little bit of hydrochloric acid is used to slow the reaction and promote a smooth coat. The phoshorus keeps the pipes from breaking down to fast and falling to the bottom. I have a video about plating vs electroforming in the channel you might wanna check out. So with a regulated power source, copper can move from the pipe to solution to the conductive object at a very low amperage. .09 - .5 at 12-24 volts. Takes around 6 - 12 hrs per milimeter of copper to the surface. Plating is WAY slower. I played with nickle for about a week. Its a little to toxic for my liking. Zinc plating is fun however and I have a good zinc plating video in the channel.
@@JasonWelsh I think when you said the current was kept low to between 0.09 and 0.5A made me realise what was going wrong. My power source gives 6A and at the cathode it is hissing with H2 gas production and I have no control over the parameters of voltage and amperage. I think the message is that I have to get a regulated power supply where both current and potential difference is controlled. Thanks for your response. It is always nice to hear from a Guru. Cheers.
Hi I used a buck converter from eBay with a LCD volt and amps readout gauge. I hook up to 18 volt dewalt cordless battery and step the volt and current down to between 3 to 6 volts. Amps can be adjusted too! Easy and cheap. Good on car battery as well. Cheers from Australia
Pretty informative, but What i miss in this video is, what is the first coating on your objects that make non-conducting objects, conductive. Also that small branche, you electroplated. How did you coat it? Or was no coating needed?
Jason really weird question. So the other day I noticed what looked kind of like white slim or mold on my copper that I took things on to I took it out ad it ended up growing very fine clear crystals any idea what it could be.
Hi Jason I bought your recipe downloads and find they have macrogol in Australia which is polyethylene glycol but I am now not sure how much I need to put in the bath (as per your other ingredients). In our packets it is macrogol 13.125g Is this the amount you used in your recipes? Sorry but I’m a first time electroplater and need help!!
It is very hard to overdose it I would still stick to the 30ml by volume Glycol to 150ml distilled water as the solution. Then adding that to 1/liter of electroforming solution
iron (Fe)Calcium (Ca)Tin (Sn)Lead (Pb)Nickel (Ni)Antimony (Sb) are contaminants, So you would have to use a solder that did not contain these. This was a big reason why I stopped using soldered stuff in my workflow and switched over to tig welding or baking soda super glue for compositions.
@@JasonWelsh Hi, if I were to keep a solution only for the use of stained glass panels would the fact that the lead etc are contaminants be an issue? thanks.
@@susantyson1204 Im going out on a limb here, but I think you and I are the only ones here that know what came is. You do know they sell copper came right? I'm going to try this process and skip the came. The stuff wont fit the glass I'm working with. :-/ Tig welding is not an option for the kind of work you and I do. Too hot!
Susan, found something you might want to check out. www.caswellplating.com/electroplating-anodizing/specialty-plating-kits/suncatcher-plating-kit-1-5-gal.html
Does electroplating give off fumes that you should worry about? If I do it in my living room for example... should i be worried if the window isn't open? Thank you for your time.
because it comes from a mold. on the backside of the skull its super rough though. also the jewelry which was electroformed is reall bumpy compared to the figures
@jasonwelsh Hey man. Just wondering why my account got charged for your recipe but I never actually received it anywhere. I tried to reach out on your website, Instagram, and by email but haven’t heard back. It would be nice if I could get what I paid for . Thanks
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This is the best most comprehensive e form video I've seen so far. Going into my playlist for sure.
Thank you for this video! I’ve watched many, many videos to learn and this was the first to explain the types and uses :)
Another very fine video jason well done
Your formula works great the best ive found i wont be changing it anytime soon its perfect for my use
What a great video. So much information explained very clearly. Thank you for this!
Thanks for the clarity and techniques
Thank you so much for this video! This is the best explanation of the process.
Amazingly helpful, thanks!!
Best explanation I have found, very very helpful thank you for your dedication to sharing knowledge!
Jason, I just discovered your new and improved recipes today as I moved and am now making up a new 2 gallon batch of your old formula. I am not in the position to get everything I need right away to make those new solutions but I do need to get my solution made today and working.
SO - my question is, can you tell me if I will be able to make both of your new solutions by using the solution I am making today (old recipe of yours) and then adding the additional ingredients later when I can get them? Not asking for the recipe -- just need to know if I will have to toss my new solution or if I can work with it to make the new recipes.
Thanks!
Hey I just wanted to say I really have been enjoying the content.
Really interesting video. So silicone moulds are fine with being submerged in the electroforming solution? None of the chemicals break them down? I have some platinum silicone moulds that Id like to try this with but just want to clarify before I destroy them haha.
Thank you for the video!
I'm just getting into Electroplating.
Could use all the advice I can get.
I'm making my bath out of pool acid.
1 to 5 parts water. Does that sound about right to you?
Using a good power supply and copper plates
Great video, well explained, Thank you very much!!
Thanks again!
Congrats for your videos and let me tell you you are the answer to many of my questions thank you
thank you, most informative!
Is it possible to do bright copper plating without strong acids? Eg using Citric acid or vinegar? I know it's possible to get a Matt/salmon finish but bright?
could you please tell me how to find the recipe for the additives ? i need to plate thick pure copper sheet
THANKYOU! this helped me alot!!!
struggling with conductive paint.Ordered some ink you recommended.Fingers crossed
im just getting materials to start electro...., have 2 questions, 1: if i wanna work with organic materials for jewelry making, which i rather have them silvered... can i go straight to electroplating? 2: did you make any video on how to build the tank? I saw yours in one of your videos and was very impressed, if so, can you show me the link? thanks a lot ! im learning lots 🙏
Golf or silver work?I want to cover cooper with gold using electroplating
Is copper much better than graphite for the conductive paint?
great video
If I wanted to buy a recipe, is it available in pdf download?
After some reading I keep seeing cyanide and other toxic chemicals come up. Can't find much on safe chemicals to use. Would you be willing to expand upon this and what chemicals you are using?
Thanks !!!!
Jason is the master class video a download or a link to a video I am interested in purchasing it. Thank you
Video download for you to keep
My copper is not electroforming fully.right now im forming on silicon with graphite as conductor but the copper forms aroung the silicone and leave the middle whats the problem 5 days now in the bath
would I copper plate or copper form baby shoes...and is it possible
Dear Jason, I am new to electroplating with my first test run bubbling in the background on Nickel. I was astounded by what you said and demonstrated. Copper electroplating onto objects that don’t look electrically conductive - ie plant life and plaster cast. How does this work? You’ve opened up a big pandora’s box for me and I’d love to have a go at it myself.
The making of a copper solution looks like it produces a copper ionic solution out of solid copper. Would cutting a few steps and dissolve Copper sulphate work as a startup solution?
We use sulphuric acid to move copper into solution from a solid, The solution is already saturated with copper sulphate. The solid copper is copper pipes which contains phosphorus.. A little bit of hydrochloric acid is used to slow the reaction and promote a smooth coat. The phoshorus keeps the pipes from breaking down to fast and falling to the bottom. I have a video about plating vs electroforming in the channel you might wanna check out. So with a regulated power source, copper can move from the pipe to solution to the conductive object at a very low amperage. .09 - .5 at 12-24 volts. Takes around 6 - 12 hrs per milimeter of copper to the surface. Plating is WAY slower. I played with nickle for about a week. Its a little to toxic for my liking. Zinc plating is fun however and I have a good zinc plating video in the channel.
@@JasonWelsh I think when you said the current was kept low to between 0.09 and 0.5A made me realise what was going wrong. My power source gives 6A and at the cathode it is hissing with H2 gas production and I have no control over the parameters of voltage and amperage. I think the message is that I have to get a regulated power supply where both current and potential difference is controlled. Thanks for your response. It is always nice to hear from a Guru. Cheers.
Hi I used a buck converter from eBay with a LCD volt and amps readout gauge. I hook up to 18 volt dewalt cordless battery and step the volt and current down to between 3 to 6 volts. Amps can be adjusted too! Easy and cheap. Good on car battery as well. Cheers from Australia
Pretty informative, but What i miss in this video is, what is the first coating on your objects that make non-conducting objects, conductive.
Also that small branche, you electroplated. How did you coat it? Or was no coating needed?
I’ve seen people use a graphite paint of conductive copper paint
thanks
So what's the difference in the technique? Is it just the kinds of chemicals used?
What exactly are levelers and carriers? :o
And what is a Brightner?
Jason really weird question. So the other day I noticed what looked kind of like white slim or mold on my copper that I took things on to I took it out ad it ended up growing very fine clear crystals any idea what it could be.
sodium, or calcium from water. More likely calcium. Sometimes happens to me when I use LOS and rinse it in Tap water.
@@JasonWelsh thank you Jason love your videos they are so helpful. Sending some friends your way. ^__^
Thanks for that explanation.
I do have a question. How do I get the copper shine ?
With adding Brighteners.
@@Renesys what are those brightners?
I really want to copper a pair of bmx forks but I don’t know how to go about doing so
Hi Jason I bought your recipe downloads and find they have macrogol in Australia which is polyethylene glycol but I am now not sure how much I need to put in the bath (as per your other ingredients). In our packets it is macrogol 13.125g Is this the amount you used in your recipes? Sorry but I’m a first time electroplater and need help!!
It is very hard to overdose it I would still stick to the 30ml by volume Glycol to 150ml distilled water as the solution. Then adding that to 1/liter of electroforming solution
Can you use Propylene Glycol? (What is the difference between Polyethylene and Propylene?)
Debra Ryan I used it and all’s working well
Thanks Jenny, I was asking because of the price difference, the propylene glycol is so much cheaper. I’m also in Aus 👋
know of any hand on classes for 2022
Will the same recipe work with other metals such as silver or gold?
I like to know that too!
Hi, can you electroform onto lead came on stained glass panels and if so, is there anything different that needs to be done. thanks.
iron (Fe)Calcium (Ca)Tin (Sn)Lead (Pb)Nickel (Ni)Antimony (Sb) are contaminants, So you would have to use a solder that did not contain these. This was a big reason why I stopped using soldered stuff in my workflow and switched over to tig welding or baking soda super glue for compositions.
@@JasonWelsh Hi, if I were to keep a solution only for the use of stained glass panels would the fact that the lead etc are contaminants be an issue? thanks.
@@susantyson1204 Im going out on a limb here, but I think you and I are the only ones here that know what came is. You do know they sell copper came right? I'm going to try this process and skip the came. The stuff wont fit the glass I'm working with. :-/ Tig welding is not an option for the kind of work you and I do. Too hot!
Susan, found something you might want to check out. www.caswellplating.com/electroplating-anodizing/specialty-plating-kits/suncatcher-plating-kit-1-5-gal.html
Does electroplating give off fumes that you should worry about? If I do it in my living room for example... should i be worried if the window isn't open? Thank you for your time.
No fumes are formed, its only a reduction-oxidation of metal in the solution
@@Ukraxer Thank you for replying!
Beautiful! I want to plate some praying mantises and spiders, I've been researching how to do it fir a while now, thanks!👍👍👍
When I go to the link description it takes me BACK to this TH-cam video!!!???
I used electroforming to realise I want electroplating for the details and don't change the piece . Is the solution the same? Thank yoixx
You explained in the video thanks xxxx
But the detail doesn't seem any different between the two. The electrotyping done to the skull, looks more detailed than everything else there.
because it comes from a mold. on the backside of the skull its super rough though.
also the jewelry which was electroformed is reall bumpy compared to the figures
Mkayyy?
Let just say i dont like powdercoating
bro ur hands need moisturiser- great info tho
@jasonwelsh Hey man. Just wondering why my account got charged for your recipe but I never actually received it anywhere. I tried to reach out on your website, Instagram, and by email but haven’t heard back. It would be nice if I could get what I paid for . Thanks