Build better props | Electroplating 3D Prints

Let me show you how to create beautiful authentic props, like this star trek badge, by #electroplating your 3d prints or painting them. #3dprinting and metal plating combined will create convincing objects for you prop collection or the next comic con. #cosplay This is the stuff I used for electroforming/electroplating in this video. Chemicals for the prints: ? Copper Anode: https://amzn.to/42XdwZS * ? Bright Copper Electrolyte: https://amzn.to/3zk2S1F * ? Conductive Copper Paint https://amzn.to/47cpbpR * ? Palladium Electrolyte https://amzn.to/3DDr8hD * Optional: ? Gold Electrolyte (Pen) https://amzn.to/44NNwRp * ? Gold Electrolyte (Bath) https://amzn.to/3QJoInD * ? GRAPHIT Paint https://amzn.to/3YtPZhD * ? Galvanic Degreaser https://amzn.to/3rV4v5r * (*) These links are affiliate links. From time to time, I recommend products I know well and use, and, as a result, I may receive a commision if you purchase them using the affiliate link. Puchasig from affiliate links is at no extra cost to you. ▶ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:28 Creating the FDM +Resin 3D Prints 01:45 Painting 3D prints with gold + chrome rattle cans 02:32 Airbrush Painting 3D prints 04:45 Electroplating 3D prints 06:49 Polishing electroplated 3D Prints 08:30 Comparing the three methods 08:55 The sound of electroplated parts ▶ ELEGOO Mars 4 9K https://www.elegoo.com/en-de/products/elegoo-mars-4-ultra-msla-resin-3d-printer-with-9k-mono-lcd ▶ The Star Trek Badge i used by Aaron Rhodes https://www.printables.com/model/226349-star-trek-voyager-comm-badge