Olive Drab Chromate Concentrate

OLIVE DRAB CHROMATE CONCENTRATE Makes 7.6 litres

Part Number: ODK27

Caswell Olive Drab Chromate will impart a heavy, non-iridescent olive drab green coating over zinc or cadmium deposits. The finish also serves as an excellent base for paint.

MIXING:

 DO NOT USE OLIVE DRAB CHROMATE AT FULL STRENGTH. DO NOT PRE-MIX PART I AND PART II. A VIOLENT REACTION MAY OCCUR.

In a plastic tank (HDPE preferred) add 7.6 litres of distilled water.

1. Add 8 fl oz [ All of supplied container, 250 ml ]  Olive Drab Part I and mix with a plastic mixer
2. Add 8 fl oz  [ All of supplied container, 250 ml ] Olive Drab Part II and mix with a plastic mixer

Solution is now ready for use. Use at 70-90 deg F. If heating use Stainless Steel heaters (No Titanium) Air agitation recommended but not required.

OPERATION:

 Zinc or cadmium plate the part

1. Rinse with distilled water
2. Dip in a 5% solution of muriatic or hydrochloric acid for 5 secs (not required but recommended)
3. Rinse with distilled water
4. Dip in Olive Drab Chromate for 15-60 seconds
5. Rinse with distilled water
6. Dry with warm air not exceeding 160 deg F.

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