• Final Test

    MCP - Metal Coating Process, LLC
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  • 1. 1. What gas is at the anode?
  • 2. What gas is at the cathode?
  • 3. Describe the characterization curve.
  • 4. The amount of metal removed is proportional to what two things?
  • 5. Define the term passivation.
  • 6. What is the typical average thickness of the oxide layer?
  • 7. What ratio is used to determine quality?
  • 8. What elements are removed from the surface?
  • 9. Describe the preferential removal of the elements in their respective order.
  • 10. To determine S.G. correctly what other parameter needs to be tested?
  • 11. What is the rule of thumb for metal removal?
  • 12. How much can you expect to improve the Ra?
  • 13. Where will the highest current density be located on a part that is the shape of a cylinder 1-inch in diameter and 16-inches in length?
  • 14. What should the sulfur content limitation be for 300-series stainless steel to be electropolished?
  • 15. What is the best choice of sheet metal finish designation for electropolishing of the material?
  • 16. How many amps can a piece of copper carry if the copper is 3/8” x 1”?
  • 17. What will likely happen to the end parts on a rack of several parts?
  • 18. Name the recommended wet process steps in proper sequence.
  • 19. Name three things the acid bath can be used for in the pre-treatment process.
  • 20. What chemical is suitable for neutralization of the cleaner?
  • 21. What is the preferred cathode:anode ratio?
  • 22. How do you correct for ripple factor?
  • 23. Why is there a nitric acid tank in the recommended process line?
  • 24. If your rectifier maximum output at 24 volts is 5000 amps, how much surface area can you polish during one run to achieve maximum EP. Assume you are starting at 20Ra and need to achieve 10Ra. Assume you are using Hydrite #4000 electrolyte at 160 Deg. F. Assume bath does not have excessive metal content and S.G. is within proper range.
  • 25. If you want to polish 316L to 14Ra, with a starting value of 28Ra, and you have a 24-volt rectifier with #4000 solution in your tank, how many amps will you apply to a part with a surface area of 360 sq.in. and for how long?
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