Which power supply unit is required?
To calculate the required amperage, multiply the recommended current density for the respective electrolyte by the surface area of the workpiece in dm². The voltage adjusts automatically as soon as you have set the amperage accordingly.
In this table you can see the power required.
Electrolyte | Power supply unit output | ||
3A* | 5A* | 10A* | |
Chromium | 0,8 | 1,3 | 2,5 |
Copper acidic | 5 | 8,5 | 17 |
Copper alkaline | 15 | 25 | 50 |
Nickel | 10 | 17 | 34 |
Zinc | 12 | 20 | 40 |
Zinc-nickel | 3,3 | 5,5 | 11 |
* - Details of the maximum area to be coated in dm² at the lowest possible current density