The Orbit1 is a tabletop electroplating contraption, targeted towards small businesses, hobbyists and makers, that allows you to coat any small object in a choice of four metallic finishes. The device, which is currently the subject of a Kickstarter campaign, is fairly inexpensive and easy to run. It can even be paired up with a companion smartphone app in order to provide an easy and accessible metal-coating experience.
The app has a Smart Mode with recommended settings and an Expert Mode that allows the parameters of coating jobs to be adjusted manually.
The Orbit1 has a wide range of implications, and can be used by companies and makers to quickly prototype ideas. This should make it appeal to a wide range of potential customers.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Tabletop Electroplating
- The trend of compact and easy-to-use electroplating machines is set to revolutionize the metal coating industry.
- Smartphone-controlled Electroplating
- The integration of electroplating devices with smartphone apps is a disruptive innovation opportunity that offers increased accessibility and convenience.
- Customizable Metallic Finishes
- The trend of offering a variety of metallic finishes for small objects can create new opportunities for customization and personalization.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Manufacturing
- Tabletop electroplating machines can significantly reduce the production time and cost of metal-coated products for small-scale manufacturing companies.
- Diy/maker
- Compact and easy-to-use electroplating machines can enable makers and DIY enthusiasts to experiment with metal coating on a smaller scale with less investment.
- Jewelry
- The opportunity to offer customized metallic finishes can attract jewelry makers who want to differentiate their designs from standard offerings.
