Electrolysis tank and Cast Iron Restoration

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[@garycaton2214]

Nice set up ! When it’s time for a new tank solution how do you dispose of the used solution? Do you have to treat it in someway for it to be safe to dispose of ?

[@OurTexasHomestead]

No. You can drain it on the ground with no issues. Env safe

[@OurTexasHomestead]

My grass is greener in the area I drain it.

[@RayBumgardner-o5d]

Can you tell me what is the power supply that you are using? It appears that it is not a battery charger and is some sort of ac power.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

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[@OurTexasHomestead]

It’s a DC power supply. They work well

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Use the Amazon link to the one I have

[@davidbratton1107]

What power supply are you using and do you by chance have a link for it? Thanks for the video.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

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[@goodllookin1722]

One pan at a time ?

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Depends on size. , but I can do multiple pans. I did one for the video

[@lonnieadams7841]

Would putting a plastic igloo cooler replacement drain plug at the bottom of the tank affect it efficiency? I know certain metals do, that's why I'm asking about the plastic ones.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Plastic ones are fine. I have me for it. Just have not drained it in a while. Metal ones can cause issues.

[@turdferguson5300]

I like to watch a good cast iron cleaner work. I'm never beyond picking up a new trick. This is what I do, I use a 55 gallon food grade barrel cut to 24" tall holding 35 gallons. This requires 27 ounces or half a box of Arm & Hammer at 1 1/2 tablespoons per gallon. I mix it with a long paint mixer on a drill. My anodes are stainless steel sheet metal held in place by wing nuts for easy removal for cleaning. My power source is a Shoemaker 1565 200A rolling charger. It delivers amperage depending on the size of the load, usually between 24 - 38 amps. I use an electric pressure washer on the nastier pieces before they go in the tank. I clean the anodes with the pressure washer as well. As you said the cleanliness of the tank effects the time required and how it cleans so for that reason I hang the piece inside a pillowcase to act as a coffee filter to contain the larger crud. Just like coffee the water will stain. I scrub mine midway also. I leave it on for days at a time if needed. I clean for two estate sale companies, myself and occasional friends so it can get busy at times. On the final scrub I dry the pieces off with a leaf blower before oiling. It seems to prevent flash rust. I bought an oven just for seasoning so my wife could be happy with me out of the kitchen. (money well spent) As far as explosive goes you would have to build a dome over the tank with a pinhole on top, you might be able to produce a flame out of that 1/32" hole? I've had connections to spark over the tank with no problems. It's been setup on a two car enclosed garage for two years. It's cool in SE Tennessee this time of year so it isn't ventilated in the winters. I'm not a Safety Susie but it doesn't seem to matter. Hope this wasn't too boring but that is what I do.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Yep. I like the idea of the pillow case to help collect the debris.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Sounds like you got a nice set up ! But yes keeping it clean make a big difference

[@turdferguson5300]

@@OurTexasHomestead In between pieces I'll spray the pillowcase out with the water hose and it seems to help. The tank will still need to be cleaned but not as often. If stuff is getting through the fabric try a tighter weave. I experimented with a laundry bag but it wasn't a tight enough weave. I can get 3 and sometimes 4 pieces in the tank at the same time so my wife made some larger filters from a bed sheet that fit the tank better. I zip tied a pool noodle to the top to keep it above the surface. If you try it and like the results feel free to use it in a video. I don't know of anyone else doing that. This is my third tank and I don't know how to improve on this one. I'm always looking for ways to improve but I've hit the wall. I have to get my tips from you guys.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

@@turdferguson5300 will have to try it out

[@carlr.campbell4772]

I have worked on a chrome plating line for 40 years with that setup you will never have a problem with hydrogen or oxygen build up.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Awesome. Thanks for the info!!! Glad to know ! Chrome plating it’s an awesome process. Love seeing bumpers and wheels redone.

[@tedfinkenauer42]

Outstanding video start to finish. Have a question. There is some carbon buildup on a pan I restored years ago. No rust. Great shape. Just some carbon I’d like to remove. Will a self cleaning oven remove the carbon? I plan on building an E Tank, but needed a method short term. Thank you.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Thanks for the compliment. I would try Carbon Off. yes it a cleaner that removed tough carbon stains. Can be found on Amazon.

[@tedfinkenauer42]

Thanks. Will do.

[@roadkingrider6532]

Ha, another question. Can you do this on a iron skillet that has the outside and outside bottom painted with the enamel paint or whatever they use?

[@OurTexasHomestead]

electrolysis should only be used to clean bare cast iron ware. Aluminum pieces will dissolve. Enameled cast iron pieces may also have their coatings compromised.

[@frankroper3274]

I use a 50/50 vinegar bath to clean the pan when it comes out of the lye bath to neutralize any lye.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Do you just dip it and pull it out ?

[@matthewlind3102]

thank you this is great information! What do you think about using a wire brush disk on a power drill to remove the rust?

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Never! It can damage the finish of the pan. The little natural pits in the pans are great to help seasoning stay.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

There are a lot of skillets , Dutch ovens , and other cast iron out there that is worth a lot of money. Wire wheels can and will cost you a lot of money if you damage those pans.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

The most harsh chemical/ ingredient I would used on a rusted pan IF I didn’t have an electrolysis tank is vinegar. But I hate using it because it can eat into the metal. Lye bath or electrolysis is the best method.

[@marksieber4626]

Can’t believe people think power tools, and heat. Do the work and research up front. Build a sweet tank like yours. Do you siphon to drain it or did you build one in?

[@themiket2337]

@@marksieber4626 I have the valve for the drain. Just waiting until next tank clean out to install.

[@dennisgiles958]

Great teaching. Question if it is sticky after seasoning what do yo uh do then.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

If it is sticky after seasoning it is either heat was to low/not long enough. Or usually to much oil. If you get one out that is sticky oil it back up. Use the new oil to clean the sticky off and remove all the oil like it does not belong on it. Nice abs clean no excess and then 400/425. In the oven for 45 mins. You can go as high as 450 if you feel it is not baking in.

[@cynthiawesley2318]

You do such an AWESOME job. I'm reeeeal scary & I'll never electrocute myself.🤣🤣🤣 I'll stick to my lye bath. My luck, I'll burn down da whooooole neighborhood.💥💣💥💣

[@OurTexasHomestead]

They are pretty easy to use and maintain. But I just want to show everyone different options to get the job done.

[@cynthiawesley2318]

@@OurTexasHomestead I understand. See me,,,, I cant walk & chew gum. I'll be done killed myself.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Nice video friend.

[@Rockhunter329]

I doubt putting a modern Lodge through a oven cleaning cycle will damage it, but I wouldn't do that on a "vintage" skillet. Many of the older skillets are lighter weight, and I have seen a lot of warped older skillets as they saw too much heat or were heated to fast sometime in the past.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

In my description, I do recommend that vintage Griswold and wagner since wagner warps way to easy 90% of the Wagner pans I see are already warped. Should not be done in this manner

[@OurTexasHomestead]

But thank you for your comment and I do appreciate you watching my video. I hope you go watch the electrolysis one.

[@Rockhunter329]

​@@OurTexasHomestead Haven't seen many Wagners or small/block logo Griswolds that spin, but I've seen a lot of warped slant logo Griswolds.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

I have a about 15 spinning Wagners. That I currently have gotten from estate sales . Had to buy a bunch in a lots that I could not put my hands on before buying. I hated it because it had a nice looking Wagner 12 in the mix that I was hoping was strait

[@Rockhunter329]

​@@OurTexasHomestead And I just now saw your comments about vintage skillets in the description for your self cleaning oven video.

[@roadkingrider6532]

Just found your channel! Excellent information. Do you have a link to your dc power supply of one similar?

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[@OurTexasHomestead]

Thanks for watching

[@roadkingrider6532]

@@OurTexasHomestead thank you!

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Anytime !

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[@redrock824]

E-Tank really works great.

[@OurTexasHomestead]

Yes they do

[@rossplainold1565]

Can you use pure baking soda?

[@OurTexasHomestead]

No.

[@rhughes1795]

Washing soda is sodium carbonate. Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate.