Anode Bags
High-Capacity Centrifugal Drying for Metal Finishing and Industrial Applications
Anode bags play a crucial role in metal finishing operations by preventing contamination and ensuring consistent results. Suitable for a wide range of applications, these bags help maintain the purity of plating solutions, making them essential for industries like metal finishing, automotive, and aerospace. We offer various sizes and custom designs to meet your specific needs, providing reliable performance in demanding environments.
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Overview
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Material Selection
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Sizing
If you’re looking for high-quality anode bags for your metal finishing operations, we have you covered. Our anode bags are designed for durability and effective performance across various applications in the electroplating industry. We offer custom-made solutions to ensure the right fit for your specific needs. Whether you require standard sizes or specialized designs, we can help you find the right anode bag for your requirements.
Types of Anode Bags and Applications:
- Anode Basket Bags (Square or Round)
- Slab Anode Bags
- Reel-to-Reel Bags
- Electroless Nickel Bags
- Ring Bags
- Carbon Bags
- Custom Bags
- Crap Trap Bags
Contact us today to discuss your application and requirements.
Anode Bags Material Selection
Select from a variety of materials that best suit your application requirements, including options like perforated, mini-expanded, and polypropylene mesh.
| Material | Description/Properties | Recommended Usages |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton Duck | Heavyweight natural cotton filter fabric. 10 oz weight | Alkaline copper, double bagged with polypropylene for nickel |
| Canton Flannel | Heavyweight cotton with napping on one side. 8 oz weight | Higher filtration needs, alternative to Cotton Duck |
| Cotton Sateen | Medium weight natural cotton. Smooth, linen-like feel | Cyanide copper, barrel nickel |
| 9 oz Polypro | Medium weight, good tensile strength, smooth surface | Acid zinc, nickel, acid copper, alkaline zinc, acid tin |
| 8 oz Polypro | Lighter weight than 9 oz, better transfer from anode | Same as 9 oz, but with less filtration |
| 12 oz Polypro | Heavyweight, excellent tensile strength, good permeability | Acid plating solutions (zinc, nickel, copper) |
| 13 oz Polypro napped | Heavyweight with thick nap, excellent filtration, high wet strength | Bright nickel, acid copper, often double-bagged with 9 oz Polypro |
| 13 oz Polypro | Heavyweight, excellent tensile strength, good filtration | Acid plating solutions (zinc, nickel, copper) |
| Light poly twill | Lint-free, smooth surface, good filtration, excellent cake release | Satin nickel, acid zinc nickel, tin-zinc alloy, zinc iron |
| Heavy poly twill | Heavyweight, excellent tensile strength, durable twill weave | Acid plating solutions (zinc, nickel, copper) |
| Mono-Filament Polypro | 100% Polypro, exceptional strength, smooth surface, easy cake release | Acid/alkali resistant, reusable filter media, carbon/chemical bags |
| Polypropylene felt | 100% Polypropylene, non-woven micron-rated filter media, glazed on one side | Nickel, acid copper, air and liquid filters |
| 509 Nylon | 100% Nylon, smooth surface, relatively lightweight, good alkaline resistance | Cyanide copper, alkaline baths |
Anode Bag Sizing Guide
| Type | Width Calculation | Length Calculation | Example Finished Size |
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| Baskets | Width + Depth + 1.5″ | Length + 3″ | 2.5″ x 6″ x 30″ → 10″ x 33″ |
| Ovals | Width + 2″ | Length + 3″ | 3″ Oval x 36″ → 5″ x 39″ |
| Slabs | Width + Depth + 1″ | Length + 3″ | N/A |
| Rounds |
| Length + 3″ | N/A |
Note: Finished dimensions are measured across the bag when laid flat.