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- Manufacturer: Henkel
- Product Line: BONDERITE® LUBRICANTS
- Product: BONDERITE® Forming Lubricants
- Industries: Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul | Metal Processing & Fabrication
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
BONDERITE® L-FM 1415
BONDERITE® L-FM 1415 is a coating for electro-less copper plating processes to form a uniform copper film on steel wire and rod.
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Specifications
Appearance: Dark Blue/Green Powder
Composition: Copper Sulfate
Operation and Control Specifications:
Batch Process
Copper – 9 to 11 points
Free Acid – 10 to 15 points
Temperature – 70°F to 150°F (21°C to 66°C)
Time – 0.5 to 15 minutes
Strand Process
Copper – 15 to 18 points
Free Acid – 15 to 20 points
Temperature – 120°F to 160°F (49°C to 71°C)
Time – 0.5 to 2 seconds
- Manufacturer: Henkel
- Product Line: BONDERITE® LUBRICANTS
- Product: BONDERITE® Forming Lubricants
- Industries: Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul | Metal Processing & Fabrication
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
BONDERITE® L-FM 1415 (previously known as CUPROBOND 1415) forms a copper coating on steel wire and rod during electro-less copper plating processes. BONDERITE® L-FM 1415 provides lubrication, excellent electrical properties and a decorative coating during drawing and weaving processes.
Specifications
Appearance: Dark Blue/Green Powder
Composition: Copper Sulfate
Operation and Control Specifications:
Batch Process
Copper – 9 to 11 points
Free Acid – 10 to 15 points
Temperature – 70°F to 150°F (21°C to 66°C)
Time – 0.5 to 15 minutes
Strand Process
Copper – 15 to 18 points
Free Acid – 15 to 20 points
Temperature – 120°F to 160°F (49°C to 71°C)
Time – 0.5 to 2 seconds
Features & Benefits
- High Coating Adhesion & Uniform Coverage
- Excellent Lubrication to Aid in Drawing and Weaving Processes
- Leaves Behind an Attractive Coating for Decorative and Stitching Wire
Problems Solved
Corrosion and Rust Formation on Metal Wire and Rods
Surface Wear on Wire/Rod during Drawing
Pitting and Workpiece Damage
Applications
BONDERITE® L-FM 1415 is a powerful solution for electro-less copper plating processes and supports both Batch and Strand based applications. The recommended process steps are listed below:
Pre-cleaning
Water Rinse
Acid Pickling
Water Rinse
Treatment with BONDERITE® L-FM 1415 Solution
Water Rinse
Lubricant Application
Drying
The recommended bath preparation (per 100 gallons) is listed below:
Batch Process
66° Be H₂SO₄ - 3 to 4.5 gallons (46 to 69 lbs.)
BONDERITE® L-FM 1415 MU – 20 lbs.
BONDERITE™ M-AD 171 – 20 lbs.
Strand Process
66° Be H₂SO₄ - 4.5 to 6 gallons (69 to 92 lbs.)
BONDERITE® L-FM 1415 MU – 33.3 to 40 lbs.
BONDERITE™ M-AD 171 – 0 to 10 lbs. (optional)
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