Using the Ugly Box Electrolysis Machine to Clean Coins

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  • čas přidán 27. 07. 2024
  • Metal Detecting: In the video the History Digger talks about how to use the Ugly Box Electrolysis machine to clean coins. He uses an old silver barber quarter and demonstrates how the ugly box is used to perform "electrolysis" on the dirty coin. The results are outstanding! Rob walks through the parts of the Ugly Box, how they are made by the Detect America team and also shares some lessons he learned during his first few attempts to clean coins using electrolysis and the ugly box. If you are new to metal detecting and are looking for some ways to clean your coins....be sure to give it a watch and to check out the Ugly Box by Detect America.

Komentáře • 33

  • @TheHistoryDigger1
    @TheHistoryDigger1  Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks for stopping by. Am very pleased with the Ugly Box and the results to date. Do you use electrolysis to clean your coins or other methods? Drop a comment if you'd like to let others know. Thanks and happy digging!

  • @SouthCoastDetecting
    @SouthCoastDetecting Před 4 lety +2

    Wow that ugly box has worked really well!!

  • @detectingsmiths9350
    @detectingsmiths9350 Před 4 lety +4

    That think looked amazing! I would stop right there. I'm gonna have to get one of those things soon. Thanks for sharing!

  • @loripretti843
    @loripretti843 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow!! That is absolutely crazy how well that ugly box worked!! You're going to be able to clean up a lot of your coins!! Very easy to use and works very very well!! God bless!!

  • @DIGOLOGIST
    @DIGOLOGIST Před 4 lety +2

    very nice ugly box !! I could use it on a couple of my Reales. Thanks for sharing. I will look into it.

  • @edolson3510
    @edolson3510 Před 4 lety +2

    That did an awesome job!

  • @AlijahLeexZooGang
    @AlijahLeexZooGang Před 4 lety +3

    Great video !
    Can’t wait to see more!
    New Sub❤️❤️

  • @diggersdentysonu.k.m.d8813

    Hows you my brother I do this on a small scale with my phone charger and works relly welltop video brother

  • @thesimplexguru1263
    @thesimplexguru1263 Před 4 lety +3

    That's a hot Rob!
    Very cool video, I am loving the ugly box since I saw it on nycdetecting video. Lucky it didn't fry with 9v instead of 6v power, but shows it is well made. Wonder if they selling in the UK yet?

    • @TheHistoryDigger1
      @TheHistoryDigger1  Před 4 lety

      Yes I was lucky...was in a hurry that day...had a b-day party and didn't stop to pay close enough attention to the instructions. Pretty sure using a 9-volt would eventually burn out the accessories.

  • @crispescaeaventuras
    @crispescaeaventuras Před 4 lety +1

    Ótimo vídeo amigo e explicação.
    CrisDetectorismoeaventura

  • @chip5256
    @chip5256 Před 3 lety +1

    In addition to electrolysis you can use grade 0000 steel wool to help scrub coins. Keep it wet and scrub in only one direction. A drop of dish detergent can help

  • @ohdannyboyjustadiggin
    @ohdannyboyjustadiggin Před 4 lety +2

    ok So now I know what the Ugly Box is..I seen post of face book but never asked..lol..that coin came out looking Great...

  • @Diddy291
    @Diddy291 Před 2 lety

    What is that stabiliser mixed of?

  • @davidw8691
    @davidw8691 Před 4 lety +2

    Really enjoy your videos my friend! Any chance if I sent one of tubas you could do this for me? lol

  • @miningmonkey760
    @miningmonkey760 Před 11 měsíci +1

    It's only one coin at a time? It can you do bulk coins at once?

    • @TheHistoryDigger1
      @TheHistoryDigger1  Před 11 měsíci

      You can do as many as you can clamp onto the diode but yes, better to do one at a time.A tumbler is better for multiple items but of course that’s a different process.

  • @LostBoysRecovery
    @LostBoysRecovery Před 2 lety

    NICE VIDEO! WAS LOOKING AT THESE! YOU GOT A NEW SUB HERE FROM A FELLOW DIGGER! #lostboysrecovery

  • @andyfinley987
    @andyfinley987 Před 3 lety

    Thanks Rob, results look great. One question - does clamping the alligator clip onto the coin damage the coin at all?

    • @TheHistoryDigger1
      @TheHistoryDigger1  Před 3 lety

      Hi Andy - I have not had that happen but do take care when I am clamping it on. You do need to make sure it makes contact so there is a small risk I suppose that it could scratch the coin. These coins are usually in less than perfect shape. Short answer - no, have not seen any visible damage.

    • @andyfinley987
      @andyfinley987 Před 3 lety

      @@TheHistoryDigger1 Thanks Rob. I just ordered one and I look forward to getting it and seeing what it can do.

  • @johnwalczak4229
    @johnwalczak4229 Před 4 lety +1

    Maybe I should try it on that Indian I found..olive oil did ok but still can’t make the date.

    • @TheHistoryDigger1
      @TheHistoryDigger1  Před 4 lety +1

      You can...check out the tutorial site though as it is a bit of a different process for copper coins and a no go on nickel. Here are some of the instructions on their site: Nickels (pure nickel and nickel alloys) should not be treated with the Ugly box; as there is a risk of discoloration and other damage.
      Copper objects - including pennies - are treated a little differently. Start off the process with leads at opposite ends of the tank and run the unit for short durations.