Copper electrodes for electrolytic derusting?

Jan 02, 2006 2 Replies

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Andrew Mawson

"Ignoramus32654" wrote in message news:PB%tf.3904$H% whether No need for copper - a steel plate works fine but will be sacrificed over time. I've seen people say don't use stainless steel as that makes for an environmentally nasty electrolyte to dispose of. AWEM

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I have certain copper pieces that I could use as electrodes for EDR. I am not sure if that is safe from environmental standpoint and whether copper would dissolve (I may later use them for different purposes). Any ideas?



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No need for copper - a steel plate works fine but will be sacrificed over time. I've seen people say don't use stainless steel as that makes for an environmentally nasty electrolyte to dispose of.

AWEM

I see.. Thanks. I have plenty of junk steel that is leftovers from my welding practice. I will simply stick to it.

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