I would like to try to do some electrolysis on some old rust Diamond Calk wrenches and a drill press table but I have never done it before. I've watched some videos on YouTube and I'm wondering what kind of battery charger I need to make it work and how dangerous is it? If I'm bringing up questions that have already been asked, and answered, I apologize.
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First time electrolysis
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jkwilson
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For a battery charger, the cheaper manual ones are better because they don't adjust their current or monitor the battery condition. I use a Schumacher manual charger. Usually these chargers have a timer on them.
I use one like this http://www.walmart.com/ip/Diehard-DH-200M-200-40-10-2-Amp-Battery-Charger/15140192 just branded as Schumacher.
I use one like this http://www.walmart.com/ip/Diehard-DH-200M-200-40-10-2-Amp-Battery-Charger/15140192 just branded as Schumacher.
8man
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I use an old Sears 8 amp. The new variable amp chargers won't work. I just got a 5 amp power station that I plan to hook up to the tub for future use.
nickelmore
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x2 older ones work better. If using washing soda outdoors and take you time its safe.
I mix my solution as a slurry and add it to a vat (garbage can) that is already full of water and parts. I watch the amp meter and stop adding it when it is about 5 amps or so.
If you add too much soda you will over draw the charger. I have also added a car battery in parallel but really did not see too much of a difference.
I use it to strip off layers of paint. It takes time but gets the got done.
I mix my solution as a slurry and add it to a vat (garbage can) that is already full of water and parts. I watch the amp meter and stop adding it when it is about 5 amps or so.
If you add too much soda you will over draw the charger. I have also added a car battery in parallel but really did not see too much of a difference.
I use it to strip off layers of paint. It takes time but gets the got done.