Alan B Posted January 4, 2006 Share Posted January 4, 2006 For chain saw chains I use straight Ferric Chloride For cable I use 6 ounces of ferric chloride mixed with 1/2 gallon of muriatic acid. For most other damascus I use a mix of 6 ounces of ferric chloride with 1 gallon of muriatic acid. Alan Brazzel WARNING: using the above formulas may expose the user to chlorine gas as well as the caustic action of the etch. Use in well ventilated area and avoid all contact with clothing, eyes and skin! :!: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasPowers Posted January 4, 2006 Share Posted January 4, 2006 For bandsaw blades and steel strapping I like using vinegar and salt---a supersaturated solution and heated. Does not do much topo but has a very bright shiny etch compared to using ferric chloride. I have also used a tannic acid solution to give blue/purple-blacks on a pattern welded blade. Thomas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitch Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 I am curious, Has anyone ever tried etching electrolyte for etching? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.