Pt/Pd chemistry - is this possible?

DennyS

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• Jul 31, 2011

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If I use a consistent ratio of Pt/Pd for coating, is it possible to premix the Pt and Pd together so coating only requires measuring out equal amounts of FeOx and premixed Pt/Pd? Just wondering if the metals would stay in solution and remain stable over time, it would be an expensive experiment if it failed...

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• Aug 2, 2011

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Yes. In fact, you can go ahead and mix in the FeOx for a printing session. Make up only what you will use for that session.

 

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• Aug 2, 2011

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I generally mix enough emulsion for a printing session as mentioned by Kerik. I suspect the pt/pd less the FeOx would be okay. To be sure contact Bostick & Sullivan. They are helpful with questions especially since selling the chemistry is part of their business.

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Well, i just got off the phone with Dana, and he advised against it. He suggested that the Pt is likely to precipitate out over time. Bummer.

 

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I have a small bottle of pd/pt mixed 4:1 that's been on the shelf for at least 3 or 4 years. I just emptied it into another container and there is zero precipitate.

 

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• Aug 2, 2011

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Kerik, that's great news. I'm going to try it myself.