Sterling Systems Plating Barrels and Baskets distributed by CDI

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Developed by platers for platers. Sterling's original mesh barrel provided the first practical method for plating a wide range of thin or miniature parts. When Sterling developed the square hole cylinder, the combination of maximum solution transfer and current flow in a tough, durable unit became practical for all your barrel plating needs.

Of equal importance is the straightforward overall design that recognizes the plater's need for equipment which operates day after day, year after year, without constant attention. If required, Sterling's exclusive motor cartridge can be changed in seconds...or the cylinder quickly replaced -- to keep your system going.

Backing up this performance and common sense design is Sterling's reputation for quick response to unusual requirements plus an un-matched stock of complete barrels, components and accessories for off-the-shelf-delivery. Add up the advantages. Sterling...the best system to solve your plating problems.

Certain Sterling cylinders feature this unique end panel mesh construction. This additional mesh provides even greater solution and current transfer resulting in faster, more uniform plating with reduced dragout. Another design improvement from the long-time leader in portable plating barrels...Sterling.

Sterling Systems Barrels

This is the complete horizontal mini-plating barrel for your operation, featuring our unique 2-1/2" X 4" basket, which is available in single, double, or triple configurations. This series is great for miniature production runs. Designed with mesh ends and constructed to provide uniform coverage, good mixing action, and positive part retention. No door or section joints are present to trap tiny parts. Rugged construction is ideal for small lot production runs. Miniature barrels are designed with stainless hardware below solution level for most applications. Titanium hardware is available for strong acid baths. Models available with choice of B, C, and C-1 mesh.

Model HD-24 Super is available as follows:

  • 2-1/2" x 4" basket cylinder.
  • Choice of mesh panel construction
    • C-1 mesh (0.01" opening)
    • C mesh (0.02" opening)
    • B mesh (0.03" opening)
  • Choice of 30 or 60 RPM - 110 volt AC motor. (Optional DC motor / alternate RPM available).
  • Single, Double or Triple basket barrel.

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Our miniature barrels feature all molded construction and also include our all-around mesh design. They have their own motors, danglers, and replaceable cylinders. Available in C, C-1 or B mesh.

Model 44 / Model 46 / Model 54 / Model 56 are available as follows:

  • 4" x 4", 4" x 6", or 5" x 6" cylinder.
  • Choice of mesh panel construction
    • C-1 mesh (0.01" opening)
    • C mesh (0.02" opening)
    • B mesh (0.03" opening)
  • Choice of 30 or 60 RPM - 110 volt AC motor. (Optional DC motor / alternate RPM available).
  • Choice of Ball, Rod or Floating Rod Danglers.
  • Choice of titanium or stainless steel hardware cylinder panel screws.

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Medium barrels are designed to handle a wide range of load sizes and feature our exclusive interchangeable motor cartridge. These barrels also feature our convenient clutch which allows rapid positioning of the cylinder when loading or removing parts.

Medium barrels also come with stainless hardware below solution level for most applications or Titanium hardware for strong acid bath applications. Styles include B, C, C-1 or square hole cylinder.

When ordering please specify plastic tipped rod dangler, ball dangler, or floating rod dangler types, motor RPM and mesh type required.

Model 66 / Model 69 / Model 612 are available as follows:

  • 6" x 6", 6" x 9", or 6" x 12" cylinder.
  • Choice of mesh panel construction
    • C-1 mesh (0.01" opening)
    • C mesh (0.02" opening)
    • B mesh (0.03" opening)
    • Square Hole (0.093" non-mesh opening)
    • Super Square Hole (0.22" non-mesh opening)
  • Choice of 30 or 60 RPM - 110 volt AC motor. (Optional DC motor / alternate RPM available).
  • Choice of Ball, Rod or Floating Rod Danglers.
  • Choice of titanium or stainless steel hardware cylinder panel screws.

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The Model 8512 and Model 918 are excellent for part mixing action and solution transfer. This design improves the distribution of plated metals. The delta cylinder can be ordered on models 8512 and 918. Both models come standard with flat panel cylinders.

Model 8512 / Model 918 are available as follows:

  • 8-1/2" x 12" or 9" x 18" cylinder.
  • Round or Delta Style Cylinders
  • Choice of mesh panel construction
    • C-1 mesh (0.01" opening)
    • C mesh (0.02" opening)
    • B mesh (0.03" opening)
    • Square Hole (0.093" non-mesh opening)
    • Super Square Hole (0.22" non-mesh opening)
  • Choice of 30 or 60 RPM - 110 volt AC motor. (Optional DC motor / alternate RPM available).
  • Choice of Ball, Rod or Floating Rod Danglers.
  • Choice of titanium or stainless steel hardware cylinder panel screws.

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Our largest capacity barrels are designed for volume production runs or where more area or volume is needed. Rugged flat panel cylinders are available in all mesh styles or square hole design. The larger capacity barrels feature stainless hardware below solution level for most applications and can also be constructed with titanium hardware for strong acid bath applications.

Model 1018 / Model 1024 / Model 1224 are available as follows:

  • 10" x 18", 10" x 24" or 12" x 24" cylinder.
  • Choice of mesh panel construction
    • C-1 mesh (0.01" opening)
    • C mesh (0.02" opening)
    • B mesh (0.03" opening)
    • Square Hole (0.093" non-mesh opening)
    • Super Square Hole (0.22" non-mesh opening)
  • Choice of 30 or 60 RPM - 110 volt AC motor. (Optional DC motor / alternate RPM available).
  • Choice of Ball, Rod or Floating Rod Danglers.
  • Choice of titanium or stainless steel hardware cylinder panel screws.

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Model 60 Oblique Plater is available as follows:

  • Includes both a 2-1/2" x 4" basket and a 6" x 6" basket.
  • Choice of mesh or square hole panel construction
    • C-1 mesh (0.01" opening)
    • C mesh (0.02" opening)
    • B mesh (0.03" opening)
  • 10 RPM - 110 volt AC motor. (Optional DC motor / alternate RPM available).

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Sterling Systems Baskets

Sterling offers a variety of unique parts baskets for many applications. Handling, processing and finishing operations often require lightweight, fast draining parts baskets and, at Sterling, these are a specialty. From nuts and bolts to delicate micro-electronic components, Sterling makes a basket for your part loads. In stock baskets are available in all sizes shown. Frames are molded from glass-filled polypropylene and superior quality mesh is offered in stainless steel or polypropylene materials.

Sizes Available:

  • 2-1/2" x 4" Polypropylene Mesh
  • 6" x 6" Polypropylene Mesh
  • 6" x 6" Stainless Mesh
  • 12" x 12" Polypropylene Mesh
  • 12" x 12" Stainless Mesh

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