Re: ATM Aluminum anodizing

[Brian Nestel <blast@aloha.net>]

Tom Alexander wrote:
> 
> While looking around (OK I was surfing) on the web today, I came across
> the following web site: http://www.caswellplating.com/nsindex.htm .
> 
> They offer a complete aluminum anodizing kit (tanks, chemicals, lead
> plates, and instructions) for $145.00.  A bit much for the average ATM,
> but a group or club might go together to have it around for use by
> members.
Hi:
You better believe its a bit much for something you can put together
for less than $25. Check out the following URL for info on anodizing
http://wuarchive.wustl.edu/edu/arts/metal/AM_res.html
just look under non-ferrous metal finishes.
For small pieces I use "Aluminum Black" metal touchup by Birchwood-
Casey sold by Fargo Enterprizes. Saves setting up for anodizing.
http://www.fargo-ent.com/tools/restore.htm


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