Electrolysis question

[8man]

Thank you all for the help with my electrolysis tub. It works well. I want to do some nuts, bolts and washers in the bath. However, I need something to put small parts in.

So what do you all use in your tub for small parts?

Thanks.

 

[FTG-05]

Dollar General has little tubs with lots of holes, very cheap.

 

[crerus75]

Something like a collander or strainer might work. Since it's metal, it can act as an electrode for all the parts placed inside it.

 

[tinmanwpk]

Something like a collander or strainer might work. Since it's metal, it can act as an electrode for all the parts placed inside it.

These are made with plastic as well. My 3 year old daughter used to put one on her younger brother's head when they played!

 

[Cyberbear]

Electrolysis probably won't work w/o an electrical contact. Try a stainless steel basket to put the parts in.

 

[smalltown]

If I remember correctly you should not use stainless steel in the electrolysis process as it creates a toxic sludge.

 

[8man]

I read not to use stainless, and so I'm looking for something else.

 

[My Old Tools]

Hardware cloth bent into a basket will work.

 

[8man]

Thank you MOT, does the galvanizing have any effect?