INSANE Metal Bases: Electroplate your Warhammer Miniatures!

Published: 01 November 2024
on channel: HEN3DRIK - Electroplating 3D Prints
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Give your #warhammer 40K miniatures a true metallic edge? In this special episode, I’m taking you through the entire electroplating process, metal plate our favorite figures in layers of copper and gold. Watch as I prep, coat, and transform these models with a stunning metallic finish—perfect as a base for painting. We’ll discuss tools, conductive paints, electrolyte tips, plus you’ll get a sneak peek into my process for flawless results.

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These are the ingrediens I used for electroforming/electroplating in this video.
Chemicals for the prints:
🛒 Copper Anode: https://amzn.to/42XdwZS *
🛒 Bright Copper Electrolyte: https://amzn.to/3zk2S1F *
🛒 Conductive Copper Paint https://amzn.to/47cpbpR *
🛒 Conductive Graphite Paint https://amzn.to/4hvsr51 *
🛒 Palladium Electrolyte https://amzn.to/3DDr8hD *
🛒 Gold Electrolyte (Bath) https://amzn.to/3QJoInD *
🛒 Galvanic Degreaser https://amzn.to/3rV4v5r *

Miniatures I used:
🛒 Adeptus Custodes: Custodian Wardens https://amzn.to/3Yku3FS *

My Power Supply:
🛒 PEAK Tech 30A: https://amzn.to/3V5rdo7 *

Video Equipment used:
🛒 Sony Alpha 7 IV https://amzn.to/3Uw6Y1R *

(*) 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.

▶ Chapters
00:00 Intro & Video Overview
00:30 Preparing Warhammer Miniatures for Electroplating
01:17 Applying Conductive Paint
02:35 Electroplating Basics Explained
04:35 Copper Electroplating Process
06:33 Nickel Plating Step
07:36 Gold Plating Finishing Touch
08:00 Painting on Metal, Results Comparison and Final Thoughts


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