1. Print and prepClean, sand, and remove obvious surface defects before coating.
process
Printed, coated, plated.
The finish only looks good when each step is controlled. Surface prep matters. Conductive coverage matters. Electrical contact matters.
2. Coat evenlyApply conductive paint until the surface is continuous enough to carry current.
3. Plate and finishPlate copper, inspect coverage, polish, and seal the surface.
Do not run plating chemistry without PPE, ventilation, careful storage, and a plan for disposal.
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