MCP “Console” units usually consist of the Electropolishing Tank, Drag-out
Tank, and Rinse Tank only. Console systems are the smallest, least expensive
systems available, and are intended for small-scale production, process
development, and laboratory applications. The unit is usually enclosed
in a cabinet with sliding access panels and recessed tanks. Precleaning
and Post Treatment operations are normally accomplished in other equipment.
Console
units are available in sizes ranging from 5-gallons to 45-gallons tank
capacity. The DC power supply is sized for the tank volume, and includes
voltmeter , ammeter , ampere-time control , alarm, and automatic power
shut-off. The electropolishing tank is complete with anode and cathode
bars, cathode plates, and electric immersion heater with thermostat and
liquid level control. Installation normally requires only one electrical
connection, drain connection, and one inlet water connection. DC outputs
are available from 50 amps to 500 amps. Input power can be 110 volt or
220 volt, single phase. For current pricing, use the form entitled "Quotation Request" on this web site to outline your application.
Console electropolishing units may be designed to use any of the common
electropolishing solutions.
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Shown above is a typical console electropolishing system designed
for prototype development at a major manufacturing company. This
installation includes 2 precleaning and post-treatment modules. |
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Console
systems are modular, and can be expanded to add metal preparation
and post-treatment stations if desired. The photographs on this
page illustrate two examples of console systems expanded to include
pretreatment and post-treatment processes..
Special console units have been designed for production of small
parts of intricate shape and exacting finish requirements. For such
applications, the concept of the console system is expanded to include
capability for precleaning, descaling, and post-treatment to produce
the highest quality surface free of pits, burrs, and other microscopic
imperfections. The process chemistry can be tailored to each individual
application to produce the best results.
Console systems are equipped with a special interface to permit
easy installation and connection to remote control panels. A start-up
supply of chemicals and a comprehensive instruction manual are included
with each complete process unit. On-site technical service for installation
and start-up are available if required. |
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This
ten-station console system was designed for precision electropolishing
of small medical instruments. The system is completely equipped
with ventilation hoods and duct, immersion heaters, digital temperature
controls, and heated air dryer . All pipes and ventilation ducts
are enclosed within the cabinet, with easy access provided through
sliding panels in the front. |
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Console Electropolishers are suitable for process development, pilot
laboratories, and limited scale production. Systems are available
in sizes from 5 gallons to 45 gallons. |
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Each
console model is equipped with one or more remote control panels
to monitor the heating, drying, rectification, and other electrically
operated functions. NEMA 12 remote panels provide maximum corrosion
protection for sensitive electronic components. Solid state rectifiers
with extremely low ripple current and with ampere-time instrumentation
are provided for electropolishing to close tolerances. |
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state rectifiers with extremely low ripple current and with ampere-time
instrumentation are provided for electropolishing to close tolerances. |
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