{"product_id":"earthcoat-activator-t-dry-acid-salt-2lb","title":"EarthCoat Activator-T Dry Acid Salt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivator-T™\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mild dry acid salt activator that removes oxides and micro-etches metal surfaces to promote strong metallic bonding for initial and continuous electroplating. Mix as needed with water and use after electrocleaning to brighten and activate parts before plating. No rectifier is required. Supplied as a 2 lb powder concentrate for economical make-up and easy maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild acid activator — removes oxides and micro-etches for strong adhesion of subsequent plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrightens and chemically cleans metal surfaces after electrocleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks at room temperature with quick 30–60 second dips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo rectifier required — simple immersion process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEconomical powder concentrate — easy to make up and maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder concentrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContainer Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 lb (0.91 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMix Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/3 lb per gallon of water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoom temperature (~75 °F \/ 22 °C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImmersion Time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–60 seconds (longer as needed for additional etch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003epH (typical)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5–1.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e145.740\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivates and mildly etches white metal, brass, bronze, nickel, steel, silver, and gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use on zinc\u003c\/strong\u003e — do not dip zinc alloys in this solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in a well-ventilated area; wear gloves, safety goggles, and a protective apron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever add powder to water heated above 140 °F (60 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged skin contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not mix with ElectroKing™ below 100 °F (32 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange solution when activity drops, pH rises above ~2, or the bath becomes noticeably dirty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess step: use \u003cem\u003eafter\u003c\/em\u003e electrocleaning — rinse thoroughly before proceeding to plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cohler","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43580129837270,"sku":"145.740","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/earthcoat-activator-t-dry-acid-salt-otto-frei.jpg?v=1719958211","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/products\/earthcoat-activator-t-dry-acid-salt-2lb","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}