A big thank you to all the fine people for thinking of me after the loss of Barbara. I would like to bend your ears a bit with the story of how we got...
So far I've used a 2' bolt, a spoon and 2" x 4" piece of copper sheet as anodes in my simple zapper setup. The bolt got covered in corrosion very fast and...
I am pleased my brother! Please keep us informmed! Remember, the coin needs to be repatinated (somewhat light or bright) before applying the technique. In ...
Dave, I picked up a 1/4" threaded stainless steel rod when I first started. I cut lengths to size and place it in my small bath, one end sticking out. Too...
Good question my freind! No, please leave the container open so the oxygen will reach the coins. I am not sure what the container has to do with things. I...
Greetings, Another member had suggested getting what is known as "Rebar", to my knowlegdge and am hoping that I remembered correctly. Most "Home Depot's etc....
Hi Everyone, I wanted to remind anyone who plans on buying something for their loved ones, that my Valentine Sale is still on and if you want to get it there ...
My favourite is graphite. I use the core of an old 'D' cell battery, but I'm sure there are other easily available sources. The anode never needs cleaning, but...
Hi Dave! Without equivication carbon rods make the best anode. The carbon does not corrode but will erode over a period of time. I zap hundreds of coins and...
Hi Gordy! Do not want to disagree but I prefer to err on the side of caution. Stainless steel contains cadmium which is incredibly toxic. Please take a look...
this is a really important issue! We need to keep our ancient coin hobby healthy and viable! Please send your fax and send your relatives fax as well as your...
I am committing myself to getting a friend and a relative to send a fax this evening! HOw many will join me? Please let me hear from you.. God Bless.....
Jerry, at the voltages and conditions, very little, if any cadminum is released. If I were closeted in a small space, no circulating air, using an industrial...
Hi Everyone, I just put up a couple of Greek Coins on ForumAncientCoins Auctions, which will end in 7 days. You can see them at: Ptolemy XII Egypt Mint AE...
Hi Gordon my friend! I think I have shared that I have never had a chemistry class so I guess I am easliy alarmed by the unknown of "lethal" chemicas etc. I...
Dear Jerry and list; Philly J. "In da haawwwse" reportin' from Coinlandia: "Did it, been there, got the merit badge and all..." You're right Jerry, it's time...
Thanks for the replies everyone! I'm definitely going to give graphite a try. One more question- Alligator clips are available in steel or copper. Any...
I use the toothless, copper colored ones from radio shack. They seem to work fine for me, but I have to rotate them in and out every few coins and clean them...
Hi Everyone, I have in the Shared Files section and also in the Photos section my Units, Parts/Supplies and Services. So, if you need anything please email me:...
You are doing right Dave! Dave, if you have a large electrical motor repair shop in your town or city please check with them and ask if they have some old ...
Dave, by far, I prefer copper. However, they are hard to find and very expensive. I like the Mueller copper alligator clip #60c. You may want to check with...
Hey Donny! A hint from The Old Zapper! As soon as you finish zapping, drop your clips in white vinegare and allow the crud to fizz away. Leave the clips in ...
I am working on color intensity and value experiments. Will kind members respond and tell me what color you are "reading" on your monitor? I am speaking of...