Anode Baskets For Electroplating

• Baskets should be 2' to 4' shorter than the longest piece of work.

• Baskets should be 1' above the solution level.

• Hook length is measured from the top of anode bar to 1' above the solution level.

• Quantities for rectangular baskets should be three (3) 2 ½' x 6' baskets for every two feet above the bar

• Rectangular Baskets: 2-1/2' x 6' - Standard Stock Lengths include 18', 24', 30', 36'. Other lengths are built to order.

• Round Baskets: 2 1/2' Diameter x Length - Standard Stock Lengths include 18', 24', 30', and 36'. Other lengths are built to order

• AMPS needed per Basket = Total AMPS of TANK

• Total # of Baskets

• 25AMP = 1/8' x 1' Double Contact Hook or 3/8' Square Bar Hook

• 50AMP = 1/4' x 1' Double Contact Hook or 1/2' Square Bar Hook

• 75AMP = 3/8' x 1' Double Contact Hook or 5/8' Square Bar Hook

• 100AMP = 1/2' x 1' Double Contact Hook or 3/4' Square Bar Hook

• Inverted 'V' Lift Hooks

• Inverted 'U' Hooks

• 'T' Handle Lift Hooks

• Reverse Lift Hooks for easier access in lifting baskets

• Submergible Hooks

• Loading Chutes for easier anode loading

• Mesh on 4 sides of basket for greater anode to cathode ratio

• Heavier hooks for strength and current carrying capabilities

• Ti Clad Copper Hooks for higher amperage rating

• Thicker mesh material to minimize bulging of basket

• Thicker side channel construction

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Mesh Selection & Anode Quantities

Three Mesh Types Available: Perforated, Mini-Expanded and Poly Propylene Perforated:

• 1/2' Diameter on 11/16' staggered centers

• 50% mesh open area

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Mini-Expanded:

• 3/16' SWD x 1/2' LWD

• 65% mesh open area

Perforated Poly Propylene:

• 1/4' Diameter on 3/8' staggered centers

• 40% Mesh Open Area