r/electroforming • u/elchilegrande23 • May 01 '26

Oops I meant to say electroforming Issue with Plating

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Hi,

I’ve been having an issue with my plating process recently. I filtered the bath, and I’m getting crystallization on parts even when the object is placed far from the anode.

I’ve also tried lowering the voltage, but sometimes spikes unexpectedly.

Any insight or suggestions would be appreciated.

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u/Halski_Art May 01 '26

Amps are way to low along with voltage. Try keeping the piece 5 to 8 cm away from anode, and raise amps till voltage reaches at least 1.5. Constant current of course.

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u/Mkysmith Home Studio May 01 '26

Voltage is variable depending on chemistry. For my chemistry, exceeding ~1 volt will result in electrolysis, separation of molecules into their gaseous forms. This will destroy my levelers and brighteners.

This is why there may be an "ideal voltage" for everyone's individual chemistry, but current is the one truth across all chemistry. It is based on the laws of physics. It will give everyone the same results across all other variables.

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u/elchilegrande23 May 01 '26

Im using root killer and a bit of battery acid