Electroforming

Electroforming, also known as electroplating or electroforming, is an important process in surface technology that has wide-ranging applications in various branches of industry. This process enables the precise and uniform deposition of metallic layers on a substrate using electrolytic processes.

In electroforming, the substrate to be coated is first covered with a thin conductive layer, often made of copper. This prepared substrate then serves as the cathode in an electrolyte bath, with the desired metal, such as gold, silver or nickel, acting as the anode. By applying an electrical voltage between the cathode and anode, metal ions are deposited from the electrolyte solution onto the surface of the substrate.

During the deposition process, metal atoms are deposited on the substrate in layers. Electroforming enables precise control over the thickness and uniformity of the applied metal layer. This process takes place at a molecular level, which means that even complex shapes and structures can be provided with a uniform coating.

Electroforming offers advantages in terms of precision, uniformity and adaptability. This makes it a preferred method in the electronics industry, jewelry manufacturing and other areas where high-quality and fine metal coatings are required. The result is an improved surface quality with specific metallic properties that meet the requirements of a wide range of applications.