Basics of Electroplating Principles
Electroplating can be defined as the deposit of a very thin layer of metal "electrolytically" to a base metal to enhance or change its appearance. Electroplating is done in a…
Electroplating History (and electrodeposition of metals)
Electroplating History The history of electroplating (electrodeposition) of precious metals onto lesser metal can be reliably traced back to around 1800. Italian chemist and university professor Luigi Brugnatelli, is considered…
An Overview of Gold-Filled Processes and Their Legal Classifications
The joining of a base metal with an outer layer of gold has played an important commercial role in the jewelry industry and their related trades for over 150 years.…
Seven Factors for Highly Effective Watch Replating, Part 4
Successful Watch Replating Now that we have a basic introduction to the electroplating process, lets examine the key issues that contribute to successful watch replating. From the author's opinion and…
Seven Factors for Highly Effective Watch Replating, Part 3
Electroplating 101 First a little background on the electroplating process and its basic concepts. Electroplating can be defined as the deposit of a very thin layer of metal "electrolytically" to…
Seven Factors for Highly Effective Watch Replating, Part 2
Electroplating Services Before we get started on the discussion of the basic technical issues, we should provide a little background about electroplating services in general. First, if you intend to…
Seven Factors for Highly Effective Watch Replating
Introduction One of the most confusing issues for an owner of a vintage or heirloom watch in need of replating, is sorting through all the confusing and unfamiliar technical terms…