Alternating Current (AC) to Direct Current (DC) to Power Electroplating Processes.
In electroplating, a metal coating is deposited onto a substrate through electrochemical reactions, and a stable DC power supply is essential for this. The rectifier controls the voltage and current to ensure uniform deposition of the metal onto the surface of the item being plated. The primary use of an electroplating rectifier is to apply thin layers of metal onto various substrates. Common metals used for electroplating include gold, silver, nickel, chromium, copper, and zinc. The rectifier ensures consistent current flow, which is crucial for achieving a smooth, uniform metal coating.
Electroplating with metals like zinc or chromium enhances the corrosion resistance of metal parts, such as in automotive and aerospace industries. Rectifiers are used in plating to create decorative finishes for jewelry, watches, and decorative hardware. Metals like gold and silver are plated for aesthetic purposes.
