An anode is configured to be used within a metal film plating apparatus. The anode has a substantially planar electric field generating portion and an electrolyte solution chemical reaction portion. The planar electric field generating portion is coated with an inert material that is impervious to the...http://www.google.fr/patents/US6576110?utm_source=gb-gplus-shareBrevet US6576110 - Coated anode apparatus and associated method