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Umicore Rhoduna 275 Black Rhodium Electrolyte for Pen Plating, 2 g Rh/100 mL

Umicore · RHODUNA 275

Umicore Rhoduna 275 Black Rhodium Electrolyte for Pen Plating, 2 g Rh/100 mL delivers uniform, durable dark rhodium coatings, ideal for precision pen plating on fine metalwork.

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Specifications

Electrolyte TypeStrongly acidic
Rhodium Content2 g Rh / 100 mL
Ph Value< 1
Operating TemperatureRoom temperature (20–40 °C)
Voltage (Pen Plating)8–10 V (max. 12 V)
Current Density (Rack Plating)1.5 (0.5–3.0) A/dm²
Deposition SpeedUp to 0.1 um/min (Pen), approx. 0.05 um at 2.0 A/dm² (Rack)
Max. Coating Thicknessapprox. 0.1 um
Coating Hardnessapprox. 600 HV
Coating Densityapprox. 12 g/cm³
Colour of DepositAnthracite to black, L*a*b*: 61.0 / 1.1 / 4.0 (at 10 V)
BrightnessBright, brilliant
Purity (Rhodium)99.9 wt.% Rh
Anode Material (Rack Plating)Platinized titanium (e.g., PLATINODE® coated with 2.5 um Platinum)
Volume100ml

Overview

Highlights

  • Produces bright anthracite to deep black rhodium coatings
  • Fast coverage speed and efficient high-purity deposition
  • Uniform, crack-free coating up to 0.1 μm thickness

Applications

  • Selective plating of jewelry patterns and details
  • Restoration and enhancement of fine watches
  • Customization of metal accessories and spectacle frames

Overview

Umicore Rhoduna 275 Black Rhodium Electrolyte for Pen Plating, 2 g Rh/100 mL is specially formulated for pen plating processes requiring deep black rhodium finishes. This strongly acidic electrolyte ensures precise, efficient application, achieving consistent, brilliant black layers with excellent wear resistance on intricate jewelry and metal components.

With 2 grams of rhodium per 100 mL, it enables high-purity, crack-free coatings up to 0. 1 μm in thickness. Operating at room temperature and supporting both pen and rack plating setups, it offers flexibility and reliability for professionals seeking superior detail and lasting esthetic results in custom metalwork.