Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this video, I'm building a simple electrolysis tank to remove decades of rust from some old cast iron. We'll go through the simple steps from start to finish, and show how this inexpensive setup can "magically" restore a rusty pan.

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Stuff used in this video:

Variable Power Supply
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Sodium Carbonate (washing soda)
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00:00 - Intro
01:10 - Electrolysis Tank
05:06 - Power Supply
08:39 - Rust Removal
12:30 - Restored Skillet
14:48 - Conclusion
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