Anode Baskets

Chemical Resistance and Efficient Metal Finishing

Anode Baskets are essential in the metal finishing, plating, and anodizing industries, providing reliable performance even in demanding environments. With options for standard or custom configurations, our high-quality baskets are designed to enhance both durability and efficiency. From various amperage capacities to multiple mesh types, these baskets optimize your plating process for maximum effectiveness.

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Anode Baskets for Anodizing and other metal finishing applications
Anode Baskets

Anode Baskets are designed to meet the diverse needs of metal finishing and plating industries, offering robust solutions that withstand industrial conditions. Available in both rectangular and round configurations, these baskets support an extensive range of applications, ensuring that your plating and anodizing processes are optimized for performance.

  • Custom Sizes and Configurations: Standard or customized baskets, tailored to your exact operational needs.
  • Amperage Capacities: Options ranging from 50 AMPS to 200+ AMPS, depending on process demands.
  • Mesh Options: Select from perforated, mini-expanded, or polypropylene meshes, based on your fluid flow and efficiency requirements.
  • Anode Capacities: Support for various materials, including nickel buttons, copper chunks, and copper balls.

Specifications for Anode Baskets

Specification Details
Rectangular Basket Sizes 2-1/2″ x 6″ with lengths of 18″, 24″, 30″, and 36″
Round Basket Sizes 2-1/2″ diameter with lengths of 18″, 24″, 30″, and 36″
Amperage Capacity 50 AMPS standard, up to 200+ AMPS for heavy-duty operations
Mesh Options Perforated (50% open area), Mini-Expanded (65% open area), Polypropylene (40% open area)
Anode Material Capacity – Rectangular Nickel Buttons: 3 lbs/inch, Copper Chunks: 2.5 lbs/inch, 2″ Copper Balls: 2 lbs/inch
Anode Material Capacity – Round Nickel Buttons: 0.8 lbs/inch, Copper Chunks: 0.75 lbs/inch, 2″ Copper Balls: 0.625 lbs/inch
Custom Configurations Available for basket sizes, mesh types, and amperage capacity

Hooks:

    • Inverted “V” Lift Hooks
    • Inverted “U” Hooks
    • T-Handle Lift Hooks
    • Custom Hook Configurations 

Mesh Types:

      • Perforated (50% open area)
      • Mini-Expanded (65% open area)
      • Polypropylene Mesh (40% open area)

Anode Material Capacities:

    • Rectangular Baskets:
      • Nickel Buttons: 3 lbs./inch
      • Copper Chunks: 2.5 lbs./inch
      • 2″ Copper Balls: 2 lbs./inch
    • Round Baskets:
      • Nickel Buttons: 0.8 lbs./inch
      • Copper Chunks: 0.75 lbs./inch
      • 2″ Copper Balls: 0.625 lbs./inch

Anode baskets are used across a variety of industries, where they play a crucial role in supporting different electrochemical processes. Their durability, customizable configurations, and efficient design make them an essential component in ensuring consistent and high-quality results in challenging industrial environments. Below are some of the key applications:

  • Metal Finishing: Anode baskets ensure even current distribution during metal finishing processes, enhancing the uniform deposition of metal onto parts for a high-quality finish.

  • Electroplating: In electroplating, these baskets hold the anodes that supply metal ions, making sure that the anodes are securely positioned to achieve optimal electroplating results. Common metals used in electroplating include copper, nickel, and zinc.

  • Anodizing: During anodizing, the baskets facilitate uniform current distribution, which is vital for achieving a durable and corrosion-resistant anodized layer. Anode baskets are particularly important in the aerospace, automotive, and architectural industries, where anodizing is used to protect aluminum components.

  • Chemical Processing: In chemical industries, anode baskets are employed in electrochemical applications where corrosion resistance and durability are key, particularly in processes involving harsh chemicals or extreme temperatures

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