Description

Since the homogeneity of an electrolytic coating on wire influences wire properties such as corrosion resistance and adhesion to elastomers, the geometry of the electroplating cells as well as the electroplating process have to be optimized. This optimization is often performed through time-consuming experimental work or just by experience. This presentation shows how computer simulations can be used to predict the current density distribution in an electroplating cell in two dimensions taking into account the geometry of the reactor, the conductivity of the solution and the over-potential for charge transfer.