Gr2 Pure Titanium Mesh Anode Basket (100cm Height)

Product Overview

For electroplating lines requiring deep tanks (>800mm), standard titanium baskets often suffer from bulging and deformation due to the immense hydrostatic pressure and weight of the anode material (e.g., Nickel pellets). This deformation can cause fatal short circuits with the cathode panel.

Our 100cm Reinforced Titanium Anode Basket is engineered specifically to solve this problem. Manufactured from ASTM B265 Grade 2 Industrial Pure Titanium, it features a Dual Vertical Reinforcement System—two solid titanium strips welded along the full length of the basket. This structural skeleton ensures the basket maintains its straightness even when fully loaded with 50kg+ of anode material.

Why Choose Our Reinforced Basket:

• Anti-Bulging Guarantee: Reinforced structure limits side wall deformation to <2mm under full load, preventing short circuits and ensuring easy removal from the tank.
• High Conductivity: We use Full Penetration TIG Welding (Argon Arc) rather than spot welding. This ensures zero oxidation at the joints and minimizes voltage drop, saving energy.
• Optimized Electrolyte Flow: The standard 10mm x 5mm expanded mesh is designed to hold S-Nickel pellets and Copper nuggets securely while maximizing electrolyte exchange rate.
• Traceability: Every batch is supplied with a Mill Test Certificate (EN 10204 3.1) to verify purity (Fe ≤ 0.30%) and ensure no contamination of your plating bath.

Key Technical Specifications

Structural Technology: The Anti-Bulging Advantage

1. The Challenge: Why do long baskets fail?

In baskets exceeding 80cm in height, the accumulated weight of the anode balls at the bottom creates significant outward pressure. Standard baskets without reinforcement will bulge outward (like a pregnant belly). This causes:

• Short Circuits: The bulging basket touches the cathode/PCB board, ruining the product and potentially damaging the rectifier.
• Jamming: The deformed basket becomes stuck in the tank and cannot be removed for maintenance.

2. Our Solution: Vertical Reinforcement Skeleton

We weld two solid titanium strips vertically across the main face of the basket. This acts as a load-bearing skeleton, distributing the stress evenly.

• Result: Straightness deviation is controlled within ±2mm.
• Benefit: Extended service life (3-5 years) and consistent distance between anode and cathode (uniform current distribution).

3. Expanded Mesh vs. Woven Wire

We use Expanded Metal Mesh exclusively. Unlike woven wire mesh which has contact points that can loosen or trap contaminants:

• Integral Structure: It is one single piece of metal. No wires to break or unravel.
• Better Conductivity: No contact resistance between weft and warp wires.

Application & Chemical Compatibility

This Grade 2 Titanium Anode Basket is chemically stable and suitable for the following plating processes:

• Nickel Plating: Compatible with Sulfamate Nickel and Watts Nickel baths. The 10x5mm mesh is perfect for retaining S-Nickel Pellets (S-Rounds) and R-Rounds.
• Acid Copper Plating: Ideal for PCB and Gravure cylinder plating using Phosphorized Copper Balls.
• Chrome Plating: Excellent resistance to Chromic Acid solutions.
• Acid Zinc Plating: Suitable for Chloride Zinc electrolytes.

 Critical Warning (Chemical Incompatibility)

• Fluoride: Titanium CANNOT be used in baths containing Fluoride ions (e.g., Hydrofluoric acid, Ammonium Bifluoride). Fluoride will rapidly corrode titanium. For these applications, please contact us for Zirconium Anode Baskets.
• High Voltage: Ensure proper contact between the hook and busbar to prevent arcing.

Customization & Recommended Accessories

We understand that every plating line is unique. We offer full customization based on your tank drawings.

How to Order Custom Sizes?

Please provide the following dimensions when requesting a quote:

1. Basket Size: Length (A) x Width (B) x Height (C)
2. Hook Height: (D) – Distance from top of basket to busbar center.
3. Hook Orientation: Standard or Rotated 90°.

Recommended Add-on: Anode Bags

To ensure the highest plating quality, we strongly recommend using our PP (Polypropylene) Anode Bags with your titanium baskets.

• Function: Filters out anode sludge and fines to prevent rough plating (burrs).
• Spec: Double-stitched, acid-resistant PP fabric with drawstring.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can this basket hold Nickel Pellets without leakage?

A: Yes. Our standard mesh opening is 10mm x 5mm (LWD x SWD), which is specifically calculated to retain standard S-Nickel Pellets (typically 6-12mm diameter) and Copper nuggets securely.

Q: What is the estimated service life of this titanium basket?

A: In standard Sulfuric Acid or Nickel Sulfate baths, Grade 2 titanium forms a protective oxide film. With proper maintenance (avoiding physical damage), the design life is 3-5 years.

Q: Why is TIG welding important for anode baskets?

A: Spot welding is cheaper but weak and prone to oxidation (blackened welds). We use Full Penetration TIG Welding under Argon gas shielding. This ensures the weld is as corrosion-resistant as the base metal and can handle high currents without overheating.

Q: Do you accept small trial orders?

A: Yes. For standard dimensions (like 1000x200x50mm), we accept low MOQ orders. For custom sizes, the MOQ is typically 5-10 units.