Originally Posted by
Andrew R Stewart
Nigel- I remember reading some where a thread with comparisons between the two depositing methods. Also mentions of "home" kits do do either. This was a few+ years ago. Sorry if my memory is wrong or if it was so long ago the records have been lost. Andy.
Andy- I found the discussion on the home kit - they are electroless nickel only - not going that way, a professional will do a better job, and have the proper equipment to clean the parts before plating. In any surface treatment (plating, painting, andodizing, etc) cleanliness and preparation are the most important thing, followed by chemistry.
Regarding electroplating; thickness control is problematic; it tends to build up on sharp corners, just where you do not want it.