Electroplating 3D Prints | Swords Tutorial 1

Let me show you how to make gorgeus props by #electroplating your 3d prints. This is the Narsil Sword from #lotr . #3dprinting and metal plating combined will create convincing objects for you prop collection or the next comic con. Bright Copper Electrolyte: https://amzn.to/3YUX7Cy * Copper Conductive Varnish: https://amzn.to/3IhsfVU * Galvano Degreaser: https://amzn.to/3XGa4Pv * Palladium Electrolyte: https://amzn.to/3YKEfpY * (*) These links are affiliate links. From time to time, I recommend products I know well and use, and, as a result, I may receive a commision if you purchase them using the affiliate link. Puchasig from affiliate links is at no extra cost to you. ▶ Setting up the bath:    • How to Metal Plate 3D Prints | FULL TUTORIAL   ▶ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:28 Creating the 3D Print 01:23 Super Smoothing 3D Print 02:18 How much does it weigh 02:38 Bath Plating Process 06:05 Polishing the electroplated copper 06:40 Nickel Electroplating (Bath) 07:23 Palladium Electroplating (Galvanic Brush) 07:53 Gold Electroplating (Galvanic Pen) 08:19 Covering the handle in Leatherette 08:55 Physical Properties of Electroplated 3d Prints 09:27 Conclusion + Impressions ▶ Narsil by 3D-mon https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:483... For the Conductivity I used Tifoo Conductive Copper Paint ! Make sure that it can be used with your copper electrolyte. For the galvanic bath: a container acidic copper electrolyte optional nickel electrolyte Palladium electrolyte Gold electrolyte one or two copper anodes banana plug & alligator clips You may need: Degreaser Distilled water galvanic brush + pen Have fun. Try it. 🧡 Have a look to my other Videos ###################### Electroplating 3D Prints | Thermal Detonator    • Electroplating 3D Prints | Thermal Detonator   How to Metal Plate The Ring from LOTR    • Electroplating 3D Prints | Rings Tutorial   Electroplating 3D Prints - Super Smooth    • Electroplating 3D Prints - Super Smooth   DIY Electroplating 3D Prints ... (the shiny way) 🧪    • How to Electroplate 3D Prints … (the shiny...