Electroplating method and apparatus
US4096042A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 4, 1969 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 4, 1989 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC25D7/04
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus for high speed electroplating or anodizing tubular members such as nuclear reactor fuel elements. A loading arm positions the member on a base for subsequent support by one of two sets of electrical contacts. A carriage assembly positions electrodes into and around the member. Electrolyte is pumped between the electrodes and the member while electric current is applied. Programmed controls sequentially employ each of the two sets of contacts to expose all surfaces of the member to the electrolyte. The member is removed from the apparatus by an unloading arm.
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