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6 6 . . P P o o s s s s i i b b l l e e f f a a u u l l t t s s a a n n d d t t r r o o u u b b l l e e s s h h o o o o t t i i n n g g
008: Power failure during deposition.
In the event of a prolonged power failure during
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electroforming, the process will be halted. The
error code can be cleared from the display by
pressing the Start/Stop button. Then the unit has
to be reset by pressing the timer button. If the
electroforming thickness is less than 150 µm, it
is not advisable to use the parts (they may not
be suitable for firing).
Such parts should be made again.
It is recommended to install a failsafe system
(constant power supply) in order to protect
against machine down time in the event of a
power outage. You can obtain such a device from
your electrical supplier.
Faults in the electroformed parts
Parts turn out dull or dark.
l
No brightener additive was used.
See chapter 2.
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l
The gold electrolyte volume was incorrectly measured.
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Calculate the precise gold electrolyte vol-
ume required on the basis of the comparison
chart (check by referring to the gold electrolyte
quantity display). This will help you to get the
most from the gold electrolyte available.
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See chapter 2.
l
The part was assigned too high a position when
correlating with the chart. (Parts became too thick).
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The surface to be electroformed determines
the required power level. Compare the part to be
electroformed closely with the reference sam-
ples in the comparison chart to ensure the most
accurate selection of the power level.
l
The power levels were set too high.
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The power levels are directly related to the
calculated gold electrolyte volume. Make a note
of the power level for each part in order to set
them correctly before the process commences.
(see electroforming report).
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See chapter 9.
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