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1. What differentiates a Cone Strip Barrel from a Standard Production Barrel?
It is the same in every way except instead of Cathode Danglers, a cone is installed on one end with multiple metal strips are milled into the interior walls of the barrels
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2. What are the advantages of using a Cone Strip Plating Barrel in lieu of a Production Barrel?
In a Cone Strip Barrel it is electrified by 5 contact strips milled into the inside of the barrels along each panel so small delicate parts can't be damaged by the heavy metal ends of a traditional Dangler Style Production Barrel.
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3. What parts are ideal for the Cone Strip Barrel?
· Small delicate parts that may be damaged by the heavy metal ends of a dangler are perfect. Precious metals, small clips and components
· Long parts such as chains or metal cable that could entangle with the danglers which can damage the part or dangler or might result in uneven plating
· Sharp aggressive parts like razors or blades will damage and chew up danglers
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4. What size barrels can be adapted to Cone Strip? Are Cone Strip option only available in Production Style or can you design a Production Cone Strip Barrel?
We have made Cone Strip Barrels as small as 10" and can go up from there. Yes Cone Strip is available in Production or Portable models.
Cone Strip Plating Barrel
Cone Strip Plating Barrel
These specialty barrels are the perfect option for plating involving a variety of parts in which traditional processes involving cathode contacts are not optimal. In lieu of electrical contact being supplied by danglers inside the barrel, multiple grooves are machined to fit strip contacts throughout the inside of the plating barrel. The metal strips sit flush with the barrel so parts do not get stuck or damaged. This versatile plating equipment is ideal for small delicate parts, sharp aggressive parts and long parts that could tangle with cathode danglers. Another Advantage of these barrels are that with multi-point metal contacts it gives a more uniform coating versus two point dangler plating.
Ideal Parts to be Plated with NMFE Cone Strip Plating Barrels:
- Small, delicate parts. When processing these parts in traditional plating barrels with cathode danglers for contact, small parts can be bent or damaged by the heavy metal ends of the dangler. Burrowed contact strips give the same even coverage of plating without worry of damaged parts.
- Sharp, aggressive parts. When plating parts with sharp edges such as screws or blades, traditional danglers can be damaged and wear quickly with continuous contact with these parts. The cost of continually having to replace danglers can be saved by using the Cone Strip Plating Barrels.
- Long, linear parts. When plating long, linear parts such as chains or other linked metals a common problem is that those parts will nest or become tangled with the danglers. This will result in damage to the parts or danglers and can also leave non uniform coating. The Cone Strip Plating Barrels offer a wide open area for these parts to be coated, resulting in a more uniform and efficient plating process.
The Novo MFE Advantage:
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Less Replacement of Wearable Parts
Because metal contact strips are grooved and bolted around interior of barrel there are no wearable parts within the barrel like can be found using cathode connectors that wear out in the plating process. -
Less Scrap and Cross Contamination of Parts
Without plating danglers protruding into the barrel the result is less scrap especially when plating small, fragile parts or long linear pieces that can nest or wrap around the danglers. Also since metal contact strips are recessed in grooves along barrel interior there are no areas where parts could get stuck and mixed with other batches.
Common Barrel Specification Ranges:
We have capabilities beyond the common specifications below. If you have any questions on our plating barrels or specific design needs, Contact Us.
| Material | Single-piece, thermally bent ProKnob Polypropylene body extrusion welded to Polypropylene ends, stainless steel contacts and cone |
| Plating Barrel Length (internal) | 24",30",36",42",48" |
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Plating Barrel Width (internal, panel to opposing panel of the hexagon cross section) Chassis Options |
14",16",18" Multiple options 1,2 or 4 point pick up. Steel, Stainless structure |
| Perforation Sizes | 1/16" to 3/8" |
| Door Closures Options | Traditional Clamps, Center Lock Knob, Inside-Out (IO) |
| Electrical Contact Options | milled, steel contact strips (no danglers) |
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