Chemical blacking tools

Chemical blacking tools

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1 February 2024 at 18:43 #711208
David George 1
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I have just collected my Knurling tool, Lathe spindle drifts and boring bar holder from CBS engineering who has treated them to chemical blacking. It looks great just like bought items.

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1 February 2024 at 20:10 #711226
JA
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I note that CBS Engineering use the hot caustic soda process for blacking mild steel, one of the two consistent methods for blacking.

For anyone interested I feel that knowledge of this company is very useful.

Thanks

JA
1 February 2024 at 20:50 #711231
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Caustic black can be done at home, but it is a bit messy and involves some pretty corrosive chemicals.
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