Re: [TCML] keeping primary copper tubing nice and shiny

[jimlux <jimlux@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Frank wrote:
ictly depends on your local area and how much you run the coil.
> A more long term solution is to nickle plate the copper. This is 
> actually easier than you think and can be done at home, you just need 
> the plating chemicals, an adjustable low voltage current source (an old 
> time battery eliminator works great) and a small paint brush.

brings up an interesting point.. nickle plating is easy to come by (they 
usually do a nickle plate before chrome, gold, or others) and shines up 
nice.  Even gold plating isn't all that expensive, either with 
electroplating or with evaporation, because it's a pretty thin coat.

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