flightdoc Posted February 27, 2021 Share Posted February 27, 2021 It's been a while since I needed to remove the chrome plating from some parts in my plastic model kit. In the "old days" I used Easy-off Oven Cleaner. Is there a better way? Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kurt H. Posted February 27, 2021 Share Posted February 27, 2021 Oven cleaner works well, as well as bleach, so does purple degreaser, sold under the names "purple power" or "super clean" If there is an undercoat under the chrome, which will look like a clear or yellowish layer, you can use isopropyl alcohol to soften it, and then work with a toothpick to peel and remove the undercoat. If this is a Salvino JR model kit with the super tough plating, then it is much harder to remove. Hope it helps. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
flightdoc Posted February 27, 2021 Author Share Posted February 27, 2021 Thanks so much - answers my question with some good options. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Roberto123 Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Super clean works great, much better and faster than Purple Power. It's pretty strong and you will want to avoid contact with your skin. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Phantom726 Posted March 3, 2021 Share Posted March 3, 2021 Coca Cola also works although not as fast as all the chemical stuff. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
admiralcag Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Vinegar can work as well, but it won't touch a base layer. Round2 puts something under their finish. Vern Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AmoryDonawa Posted September 9, 2022 Share Posted September 9, 2022 (edited) You will need a ferric chloride solution to effectively remove chromium from plastic parts. Before using the ferric chloride solution, it should be heated to 140-176 degrees Fahrenheit. Heating the solution will speed up the pickling process; about half the time, it will remove the chrome from the plastic surface of the part. Buying new parts will be more expensive than buying chloride iron. This rule of thumb works everywhere; I recently had a broken refrigerator. I thought about buying a new one, but my friend advised me to contact musiccityappliance.services, and I have not regretted it. These guys are real professionals; thanks to them, my refrigerator now works like new. Edited September 9, 2022 by AmoryDonawa Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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