Barrels / process cylinders

Barrel electroplating is an ideal method of plating a high volume of smaller components at once. Barrel plating involves placing the components in a barrel-shaped cage that is manufactured from nonconductive material. The cage is then submerged into a tank of chemical solution, while a slow tumbling action is used to start the plating process.

We are able to supply process barrels from a 1kg to 250kg capacity and manufactured from a range of materials such as Polypropylene, PVDF and Stainless Steel. The barrels can be manufactured with various hole sizes and even with slots when required for plating difficult components such as nails or screws.

Various methods of D.C contact are also available, from the standard Dangler contact to rotating star contact and stationary end plates or domes used where the processed work is very prone to engagement.

JWE also offer a range of spares such as D.C contacts, barrel rotation fixtures, 24v drive motors as well as complex associated equipment such as Auto Loaders and Unloaders and Auto lid mechanisms.