Standard Bright Nickel Plating DIY Kit 5 Litre

This kit will produce a bright mirror like finish without the need to polish after plating. The finish is similar to Chrome, but with a warmer hue.  The kit is primarily used on steel parts.

Based on a commercial electroplating process the kit can be used for restoration projects on most suitable guitar parts.  It provides professional results for the DIY enthusiast. The nickel plating kit is essential if you are restoring guitar hardware such as bridges, machine heads, plates etc.

Success of you project is dependent on strictly following the enclosed guide.  Cleaning is an imperative step and the part to be plated must be spotless to get a good finish. Electrolytic cleaning gives the best results. After cleaning the part, the alkaline degreaser is used to clean the last traces of any grease or deposits while the acid pickle activates the surface ready for plating. Both are essential to prepare the surface prior to plating.

Further details are included in the Nickel Plating Kit manual.

Value for money, high quality and economical, this kit comes with a comprehensive plating guide and safety instructions, containing all the information you will need to start  your plating project. All products are fully supported by a customer service technical helpline and email support.

This item is only shipped via an appointed carrier as it contains substances that are controlled as dangerous goods.

This kit contains the following

High quality plating chemicals, enough to make 5 litres of Bright Nickel Plate electrolyte

Alkaline Degreaser 250g

Pre-plating Acid Pickle. 250g

Starter and brightener chemicals

High purity Nickel anodes 300g

Thermostatic Tank Heater

5 litre tank

Wire connector pack

Crocodile clips

Gloves

Safety Goggles

Dust mask

Variable Current Controller for use with 12volt supply (e.g. 12 volt car battery) details in user guide

Comprehensive user guide