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Portable Plating Barrels

Novo Metal Finishing Equipment (MFE) manufactures Portable Barrels for the handling precious metal parts, smaller loads and delicate components. We offer both tank driven and self-contained motorized units for the plating and wet barrel finishing industries. Our cylindrical design ProKnob Polypropylene barrel construction combined with precision perforations deliver a durable, trap-free construction barrel without the need for grooved internal panels.

With decades of experience in the metal finishing industry, we provide high quality solutions that meet the needs of each specific product and system. The equipment design team supports the entire range of product design options: from standard barrels, same-as-except changes to custom-designed barrels.  Our engineering team is highly sought-after to solve plating and misplating problems associated with challenging, delicate and critical parts. We also provide exact-fit solutions for replacement and retrofit needs.

Combine the Novo MFE Portable Barrels with our rugged Polyglass Hanger Arms for a tough, efficient barrel assembly to replace any end of life components. 

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The Novo MFE Advantage:

  • Increased Plating Quality

    Our barrels are fabricated with ProKnob Polypropylene to reduce material catching, eliminate material nesting and increase current flow. Our single-body, thermally bent barrels are extrusion welded to the ends, creating a seamless internal volume and eliminating catch points for fluid to collect. We leverage a tight drilling pattern maximize drainage for better rinsing and faster drying.

  • Increased Barrel Life

    Our single-body ProKnob Polyproylene barrel is one of the most durable designs in the industry. The extrusion welding on the ends is significantly more durable than traditional hand-welding the joints. The increased drainage facilitated by the tight hole pattern and elimination of fluid catch points allows the barrel to be used for an increased number of cycles.

  • Reduced Process Cost

    Novo MFE barrels are made-to-order for exact system fit. This eliminates any design retrofits, process compromises or extra manufacturing work-arounds. The seamless internal body reduces dragout and reduces the frequency of wastewater changeover . The textured interior reduces material catching all throughout the barrel which increases product plating yields.

Portable Plating Barrel Specs

  • Truni-body construction restricts any solution to be trapped or parts to slip through
  • Poly ProKnob material interior panels prevent flat parts from sticking and promotes tumbling resulting in faster more even plating
  • Perforation range from 1/16" to 1/4"
  • Multi door and locking options(clamping or knob)
  • Motor options AC, DC or air powered
  • sizes anywhere from 5"x9" up to 12"x24"

FAQs:

  • Can Novo Portable Plating Barrels be customized?

    Yes. Novo supports both standard configurations and custom‑designed barrels built to exact system requirements. This includes exact‑fit replacements and retrofit solutions tailored to specific tanks or plating applications.

  • How do Portable Plating Barrels work?

    Portable plating barrels work by tumbling parts in a perforated barrel submerged in an electroplating bath. As the barrel rotates, parts are continually exposed to the plating solution, ensuring even coating, improved surface contact, and better plating quality than with static plating methods.

  • How does Novo ensure better plating performance with these barrels?

    Novo’s tight perforation pattern and seamless interior help maximize drainage and rinse efficiency, enhancing plating uniformity, reducing drying time, and improving overall plating results compared to barrels with grooved internal panels.

  • How easy is it to maintain Novo’s Portable Plating Barrels?

    Novo’s Portable Plating Barrels are designed for low-maintenance operation. Their seamless polypropylene construction prevents solution traps, making cleaning and rinsing quick and efficient. Doors and locking mechanisms are built for easy access, while the robust motor options (AC, DC, or air-powered) require minimal upkeep. This ensures consistent plating results while reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

  • What applications are Novo Portable Plating Barrels best suited for?

    A.     Novo portable barrels are ideal for handling precious metal parts, smaller loads, and delicate components, where a full‑size industrial barrel is too large or not practical. Their design supports consistent coating quality in wet plating and finishing processes.

  • What are Portable Plating Barrels?

    Portable plating barrels are compact, rotating cylinders used in the electroplating and wet finishing process to hold and tumble small metal parts during plating. They allow parts to be uniformly coated as the barrel rotates in the plating solution.

  • What are the advantages of using Novo’s Portable Plating Barrels?

    Portable plating barrels offer several benefits:

    • Improved plating quality through enhanced tumbling and solution flow
    • Versatility for smaller loads, delicate parts, or precious metals
    • Reduced process costs due to faster rinsing and less drag-out
    • Availability in custom sizes and configurations to fit unique parts and processes

  • What are the key design features of Novo’s Portable Plating Barrels?

    Novo’s Portable Plating barrels use a single‑body, thermally bent polypropylene design with precision perforations that create a trap‑free interior, improving fluid drainage and part tumbling. The textured interior promotes better tumbling, faster even plating, and reduced fluid retention.

  • What components and options are available with Novo’s Portable Plating Barrels?

    Novo Portable Plating Barrels include:

    • Multi‑door and locking options (clamping or knob)
    • Motor options (AC, DC, or air‑powered)
    • Precision perforations from 1⁄16″ to 1⁄4″
      These configurations allow the barrels to be tailored to process needs and tank setups

  • What sizes do Novo Portable Plating Barrels come in?

    Novo’s portable barrels range from approximately 5″ × 9″ up to 12″ × 24″, covering a wide selection of part sizes and batch volumes. Custom sizing and exact‑fit solutions are also available to meet specific plating requirements.

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