This document discusses bimetallic corrosion, which occurs when two dissimilar metals are electrically coupled in a corrosive environment. It describes the conditions required, factors that influence the corrosion rate, and provides examples of common metal combinations and their relative corrosion potentials. Prevention methods are also discussed.
This document provides an overview of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes. It discusses the objectives and benefits of codes and standards, and describes the ASME Code system and some of its key sections. It focuses on introducing ASME Section VIII Division 1, covering the scope and exclusions of this section. Key topics covered include design requirements, material specifications, fabrication methods, weld joint categories, non-destructive examination methods, and hydrostatic and pneumatic testing requirements.
presentation on scanning electron microscopyuniversity
The document discusses the components and operation of a scanning electron microscope (SEM). It describes that a SEM has two main components - an electronic console and electron column. The electronic console controls parameters like filament current and magnification. The electron column focuses a beam of electrons onto sample surfaces. As the beam scans the sample, signals like secondary electrons and backscattered electrons are emitted and detected. These signals are amplified and displayed as images on a screen. The document also discusses vacuum requirements, sample preparation, interaction volume, image formation and quality in SEM.
This document provides information about different types of batteries and cells. It discusses primary cells which produce a limited amount of energy from non-reversible chemical reactions. Secondary cells are mentioned, which use reversible chemical reactions and can be recharged, such as lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries. The components of lead-acid batteries are described, including the positive and negative plates, electrolyte, and separators. Fuel cells are also briefly discussed as devices that generate electricity through electrochemical reactions without being recharged.
This document provides definitions and terms related to welding inspection. It defines key terms like welding, brazing, joints, welds, and types of welds. It also outlines the typical duties of a welding inspector, which include familiarizing themselves with relevant codes and standards, inspecting materials, weld preparations, and qualifications before welding begins. During welding, inspectors check processes, parameters, cleaning and identify welders. After welding, they perform visual and dimensional inspections, ensure non-destructive testing is complete, and maintain records. The document provides a comprehensive overview of the role and responsibilities of a welding inspector.
This document provides an overview and introduction to ASME Section VIII Division 1, which establishes rules for the construction of pressure vessels. It discusses the historical context that led to the development of pressure vessel codes, an overview of ASME's codes and standards, key definitions, and the design requirements and considerations specified in Section VIII Division 1. The document covers topics such as material selection, corrosion allowances, minimum thickness requirements, design pressure, and loadings that must be considered in pressure vessel design.
Chapter 4 non ferrous material and its alloy pptxMahi9696
The document discusses properties of aluminum and its alloys. It notes that aluminum is lightweight, corrosion resistant, and can be alloyed with other metals like copper, silicon, and magnesium. Common aluminum alloys include Magnalium, Duralumin, and Y-alloy. Precipitation hardening is described as a process where aging aluminum alloys at higher temperatures causes coherent particles to form within the metal's matrix, strengthening it.
Comparative analysis and design of box girder bridge sub structure with two diIAEME Publication
1) The document compares the design of a box girder bridge substructure according to the AASHTO and IRC codes.
2) It was found that the IRC code requires more reinforcement bars in the pile cap and piles compared to the AASHTO code for the same dimensions.
3) Finite element modeling using ANSYS showed greater displacement under load for the design according to the IRC code compared to AASHTO, indicating IRC provides more safety.
This document provides an overview of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes. It discusses the objectives and benefits of codes and standards, and describes the ASME Code system and some of its key sections. It focuses on introducing ASME Section VIII Division 1, covering the scope and exclusions of this section. Key topics covered include design requirements, material specifications, fabrication methods, weld joint categories, non-destructive examination methods, and hydrostatic and pneumatic testing requirements.
presentation on scanning electron microscopyuniversity
The document discusses the components and operation of a scanning electron microscope (SEM). It describes that a SEM has two main components - an electronic console and electron column. The electronic console controls parameters like filament current and magnification. The electron column focuses a beam of electrons onto sample surfaces. As the beam scans the sample, signals like secondary electrons and backscattered electrons are emitted and detected. These signals are amplified and displayed as images on a screen. The document also discusses vacuum requirements, sample preparation, interaction volume, image formation and quality in SEM.
This document provides information about different types of batteries and cells. It discusses primary cells which produce a limited amount of energy from non-reversible chemical reactions. Secondary cells are mentioned, which use reversible chemical reactions and can be recharged, such as lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries. The components of lead-acid batteries are described, including the positive and negative plates, electrolyte, and separators. Fuel cells are also briefly discussed as devices that generate electricity through electrochemical reactions without being recharged.
This document provides definitions and terms related to welding inspection. It defines key terms like welding, brazing, joints, welds, and types of welds. It also outlines the typical duties of a welding inspector, which include familiarizing themselves with relevant codes and standards, inspecting materials, weld preparations, and qualifications before welding begins. During welding, inspectors check processes, parameters, cleaning and identify welders. After welding, they perform visual and dimensional inspections, ensure non-destructive testing is complete, and maintain records. The document provides a comprehensive overview of the role and responsibilities of a welding inspector.
This document provides an overview and introduction to ASME Section VIII Division 1, which establishes rules for the construction of pressure vessels. It discusses the historical context that led to the development of pressure vessel codes, an overview of ASME's codes and standards, key definitions, and the design requirements and considerations specified in Section VIII Division 1. The document covers topics such as material selection, corrosion allowances, minimum thickness requirements, design pressure, and loadings that must be considered in pressure vessel design.
Chapter 4 non ferrous material and its alloy pptxMahi9696
The document discusses properties of aluminum and its alloys. It notes that aluminum is lightweight, corrosion resistant, and can be alloyed with other metals like copper, silicon, and magnesium. Common aluminum alloys include Magnalium, Duralumin, and Y-alloy. Precipitation hardening is described as a process where aging aluminum alloys at higher temperatures causes coherent particles to form within the metal's matrix, strengthening it.
Comparative analysis and design of box girder bridge sub structure with two diIAEME Publication
1) The document compares the design of a box girder bridge substructure according to the AASHTO and IRC codes.
2) It was found that the IRC code requires more reinforcement bars in the pile cap and piles compared to the AASHTO code for the same dimensions.
3) Finite element modeling using ANSYS showed greater displacement under load for the design according to the IRC code compared to AASHTO, indicating IRC provides more safety.
Lithium ion battery and sodium ion batteryShehzadkhan101
This document outlines a student's MS thesis project on lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries. It discusses the working principles, characteristics, and structures of these batteries. The student's project will cover battery types and lithium-ion battery charging/discharging processes. Sodium-ion batteries offer lower costs than lithium-ion due to more abundant materials, making them promising for large-scale energy storage.
The document discusses weld defect acceptance criteria according to different codes such as ASTM B31.1, ASME VIII, ASME B31.3, and AWS D1.1. It provides details on acceptance limits for various weld defects depending on the examination method, material thickness, loading conditions, and material application. Defects discussed include cracks, lack of fusion, incomplete penetration, undercuts, porosity, and reinforcement. Acceptance criteria include maximum defect sizes, numbers of defects allowed, cumulative lengths of defects, and distances between defects.
1. A fuel cell converts chemical energy directly into electricity through electrochemical reactions between hydrogen and oxygen without combustion.
2. There are several types of fuel cells that differ in their electrolyte material including polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells, alkaline fuel cells, phosphoric acid fuel cells, molten carbonate fuel cells, and solid oxide fuel cells.
3. Each fuel cell type has advantages and disadvantages for different applications depending on factors like operating temperature, catalyst requirements, and fuel used.
This document provides standards for designing foundations and support structures for heavy machinery that must withstand dynamic loadings from machinery vibrations. It covers requirements for vibration suppression, natural frequency separation, strength, rigidity, bearing capacity, and acceptable settlements. The standards aim to maintain equipment alignment and prevent failures. It references other Saudi Aramco and industry standards, and provides definitions for terms related to vibration levels, damping ratios, equipment trains, and general purpose equipment trains.
Dry corrosion occurs through direct chemical reaction between atmospheric gases like carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide with metal surfaces in the absence of moisture. There are three main types of dry corrosion: 1) Oxidation corrosion, which occurs through direct reaction of oxygen with metals at ordinary temperatures in the absence of moisture. 2) Liquid metal corrosion, which occurs when a liquid metal flows over a solid metal at high temperatures. 3) Corrosion by other gases, where certain gases chemically react with metals to form protective or non-protective surface layers. The extent of dry corrosion depends on the environment and the nature and properties of the oxide film formed on the metal surface.
This presentation covers some of the new battery technology developments including higher energy, higher discharge rate batteries, power backup applications, and futuristic technologies.
Content provided by our partner, TI, deep dive 2014, and others as credited.
This document provides an overview of API 510 exam preparation materials covering service restrictions, joint efficiencies, and radiography requirements in ASME Section VIII. Some key points:
- Welded joints in vessels containing lethal substances must be fully radiographed and the vessel postweld heat treated if carbon/low alloy steel. Category A joints must be Type 1 (double welded) while Categories B-C can be Type 1 or 2.
- Joint categories define joint locations (e.g. longitudinal, circumferential). Type defines joint construction (e.g. double welded, single welded).
- Radiographs must show a minimum penetrameter image and identify unacceptable imperfections over certain size thresholds
This document provides requirements for the selection and application of protective coatings for industrial plants and equipment. It covers scope, conflicts and deviations, references, definitions, health and safety, general requirements, coating material selection, surface preparation, coating application, inspection and testing, and approved coating systems. The document is intended to establish minimum mandatory requirements for new and existing onshore industrial facilities to properly select and apply coatings for corrosion protection.
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This document provides a chart detailing standard trim materials available for API 600 valves according to trim number, including the trim material grade, old BS designation, and typical service. Key information includes:
- Trim 1 is 410 stainless steel for oil, oil vapors, and general non-corrosive services up to 320°C.
- Trim 2 is 304 stainless steel for moderate pressure corrosive services up to 450°C.
- Hard faced and alloy trims like Monel and Alloy 20 are listed for higher pressure and corrosive services.
- The chart provides a reference for selecting the appropriate trim material based on service conditions and requirements.
IS 2062(2011) Seventh Revision: Hot rolled medium and high tensile structural...rajguptanitw
This Indian Standard (Seventh Revision) was adopted by the Bureau of Indian Standards, after the draft
finalized by the Wrought Steel Products Sectional Committee had been approved by the Metallurgical
Engineering Division Council.
This standard was first published in 1962 and revised in 1969, 1975, 1984, 1992, 1999 and 2006. While reviewing
this standard, in the light of experience gained during these years, the Committee decided to revise it to bring
in line with the present practices being followed by the Indian steel industry, both in the integrated as well as
secondary sectors. The Committee further decided to harmonize the standard with the overseas standards on
carbon-manganese and high strength low alloy (HSLA) of structural steels.
In this revision, the following changes have been made:
a) Title has been modified and the word ‘low’ has been deleted, keeping in view the grades of steel
contained in the standard. Requirements of low tensile structural steel are covered in IS 15911 : 2010
‘Structural steel (ordinary quality) — Specification’.
b) Amendment No. 1 has been incorporated with suitable modifications.
c) Number of basic grades has been changed to nine. A new grade of E275, in line with European Standard,
has been incorporated to take care of the requirements of medium tensile structural steels in the
construction segment. Moreover, for each grade two to four sub-qualities have been introduced,
depending upon the grade, where sub-qualities A, BR, B0 and C, in line with other international standards,
indicate the mode of killing and impact test requirements.
d) The clause on ‘Manufacture’ has been modified, where the scope is suitably widened to include
different steel making and rolling practices in vogue.
e) Silicon content of semi-killed steel has been clearly specified.
For all the tests specified in this standard (chemical/physical/others), the method as specified in relevant
ISO Standard may also be followed as an alternate method.
While revising the standard, assistance has been derived from the following international specifications:
ASTM A 36 : 2008 Specification for structural steel
ASTM A 572 : 2007 Specification for high-strength low-alloy columbium-vanadium structural steel
EN 10025-2 : 2004 Hot rolled products of structural steels
The composition of the Committee responsible for the formulation of this standard is given in Annex A.
For the purpose of deciding whether a particular requirement of this standard is complied with, the final value,
observed or calculated, expressing the result of a test or analysis, shall be rounded off in accordance with
IS 2 : 1960 ‘Rules for rounding off numerical values (revised)’. The number of significant places retained in
the rounded off value should be the same as that of the specified value in this standard.
The document describes the process of designing optimal lightning protection systems using the software Sparkta. It involves iteratively adding air terminals to the most likely strike points and evaluating the lightning strike frequency until it is tolerable. The process is demonstrated on an industrial facility with multiple buildings subjected to varying flash densities per square kilometer per year. In each example, air terminals are added until the calculated yearly lightning strike frequency to the structure falls below the tolerable level.
1. A visual inspection was conducted on the gas gathering sub-header and header circuit at a well room in accordance with API-570 standards, identifying areas needing repair.
2. Significant coating failure and corrosion were found throughout the sub-headers, with wall loss up to 0.020 inches in some areas. U-bolts were also near failure due to corrosion.
3. Recommended repairs included removing corrosion from supports, installing single point contacts, replacing bolts, and cleaning and recoating piping to prevent further corrosion. Ultrasonic thickness readings were above minimums.
This presentation provides instruction on performing ultrasonic testing of welds according to the American Welding Society D1.1 code. It outlines 29 steps for inspecting a weld, including determining transducer selection and angle, performing calibration and reference level checks, scanning the weld to locate discontinuities, calculating discontinuity size, depth and rating, and determining acceptance based on discontinuity class. The goal is to train students to properly complete inspection form D-11 and evaluate any discontinuities found in the weld according to the AWS D1.1 acceptance criteria.
The document discusses ultrasonic testing (UT), which uses high frequency sound waves to detect surface and internal flaws in materials. It describes the basic principles of UT, including how sound waves propagate through materials and are reflected by discontinuities. The document outlines various UT techniques, such as pulse-echo, through transmission, angle beam, and immersion testing. It also covers concepts related to sound waves like velocity, frequency, attenuation, and the different modes of wave propagation.
The document outlines the sections and subsections contained in the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. It includes rules for construction of various types of boilers, pressure vessels, and containment systems. The sections cover materials specifications, welding requirements, nondestructive testing, in-service inspection, and rules for ongoing care and operation. The code also provides alternative rules for special construction applications.
This document provides an overview and summary of a basic training course on petroleum storage tanks. It discusses various tank types including fixed roof tanks, internal floating roof tanks, and floating roof tanks. It covers tank design elements like the structure of the tank bottom and floor, thickness of bottom plates, and attachment of the bottom to the shell. It also addresses tank foundations, including the need for foundations to allow for leak detection. The goals of the training are identified as learning to identify tank types and equipment, understand tank limitations, perform volume calculations, and operate tanks safely.
si delineano per contro alcuni
elementi di criticità, legati innanzitutto alle procedure di autorizzazione per
l’allestimento degli impianti e per l’allacciamento alla rete elettrica
nazionale, che devono essere ovviati.
Il Divulgatore ( Bologna )
Tiberio Rabboni
Assessore Agricoltura
Regione Emilia-Romagna
This document discusses the pathogenesis and treatment of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and psoriasis. It notes that PsA is thought to arise due to chronically elevated levels of cytokines such as TNF-alpha, IL-1 beta, and IL-17. Research has found that IL-23 plays a unifying role in spondyloarthritis including PsA, and that IL-23 alone can drive enthesitis. Studies show the efficacy of the monoclonal antibody ustekinumab, which targets the p40 subunit of IL-12 and IL-23, in treating both the skin and joint symptoms of psoriasis and PsA.
Lithium ion battery and sodium ion batteryShehzadkhan101
This document outlines a student's MS thesis project on lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries. It discusses the working principles, characteristics, and structures of these batteries. The student's project will cover battery types and lithium-ion battery charging/discharging processes. Sodium-ion batteries offer lower costs than lithium-ion due to more abundant materials, making them promising for large-scale energy storage.
The document discusses weld defect acceptance criteria according to different codes such as ASTM B31.1, ASME VIII, ASME B31.3, and AWS D1.1. It provides details on acceptance limits for various weld defects depending on the examination method, material thickness, loading conditions, and material application. Defects discussed include cracks, lack of fusion, incomplete penetration, undercuts, porosity, and reinforcement. Acceptance criteria include maximum defect sizes, numbers of defects allowed, cumulative lengths of defects, and distances between defects.
1. A fuel cell converts chemical energy directly into electricity through electrochemical reactions between hydrogen and oxygen without combustion.
2. There are several types of fuel cells that differ in their electrolyte material including polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells, alkaline fuel cells, phosphoric acid fuel cells, molten carbonate fuel cells, and solid oxide fuel cells.
3. Each fuel cell type has advantages and disadvantages for different applications depending on factors like operating temperature, catalyst requirements, and fuel used.
This document provides standards for designing foundations and support structures for heavy machinery that must withstand dynamic loadings from machinery vibrations. It covers requirements for vibration suppression, natural frequency separation, strength, rigidity, bearing capacity, and acceptable settlements. The standards aim to maintain equipment alignment and prevent failures. It references other Saudi Aramco and industry standards, and provides definitions for terms related to vibration levels, damping ratios, equipment trains, and general purpose equipment trains.
Dry corrosion occurs through direct chemical reaction between atmospheric gases like carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide with metal surfaces in the absence of moisture. There are three main types of dry corrosion: 1) Oxidation corrosion, which occurs through direct reaction of oxygen with metals at ordinary temperatures in the absence of moisture. 2) Liquid metal corrosion, which occurs when a liquid metal flows over a solid metal at high temperatures. 3) Corrosion by other gases, where certain gases chemically react with metals to form protective or non-protective surface layers. The extent of dry corrosion depends on the environment and the nature and properties of the oxide film formed on the metal surface.
This presentation covers some of the new battery technology developments including higher energy, higher discharge rate batteries, power backup applications, and futuristic technologies.
Content provided by our partner, TI, deep dive 2014, and others as credited.
This document provides an overview of API 510 exam preparation materials covering service restrictions, joint efficiencies, and radiography requirements in ASME Section VIII. Some key points:
- Welded joints in vessels containing lethal substances must be fully radiographed and the vessel postweld heat treated if carbon/low alloy steel. Category A joints must be Type 1 (double welded) while Categories B-C can be Type 1 or 2.
- Joint categories define joint locations (e.g. longitudinal, circumferential). Type defines joint construction (e.g. double welded, single welded).
- Radiographs must show a minimum penetrameter image and identify unacceptable imperfections over certain size thresholds
This document provides requirements for the selection and application of protective coatings for industrial plants and equipment. It covers scope, conflicts and deviations, references, definitions, health and safety, general requirements, coating material selection, surface preparation, coating application, inspection and testing, and approved coating systems. The document is intended to establish minimum mandatory requirements for new and existing onshore industrial facilities to properly select and apply coatings for corrosion protection.
SURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR
INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORING
WORKING GROUP
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MARCH SURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORINGSURVEY ON HYDRO GENERATOR INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORING
This document provides a chart detailing standard trim materials available for API 600 valves according to trim number, including the trim material grade, old BS designation, and typical service. Key information includes:
- Trim 1 is 410 stainless steel for oil, oil vapors, and general non-corrosive services up to 320°C.
- Trim 2 is 304 stainless steel for moderate pressure corrosive services up to 450°C.
- Hard faced and alloy trims like Monel and Alloy 20 are listed for higher pressure and corrosive services.
- The chart provides a reference for selecting the appropriate trim material based on service conditions and requirements.
IS 2062(2011) Seventh Revision: Hot rolled medium and high tensile structural...rajguptanitw
This Indian Standard (Seventh Revision) was adopted by the Bureau of Indian Standards, after the draft
finalized by the Wrought Steel Products Sectional Committee had been approved by the Metallurgical
Engineering Division Council.
This standard was first published in 1962 and revised in 1969, 1975, 1984, 1992, 1999 and 2006. While reviewing
this standard, in the light of experience gained during these years, the Committee decided to revise it to bring
in line with the present practices being followed by the Indian steel industry, both in the integrated as well as
secondary sectors. The Committee further decided to harmonize the standard with the overseas standards on
carbon-manganese and high strength low alloy (HSLA) of structural steels.
In this revision, the following changes have been made:
a) Title has been modified and the word ‘low’ has been deleted, keeping in view the grades of steel
contained in the standard. Requirements of low tensile structural steel are covered in IS 15911 : 2010
‘Structural steel (ordinary quality) — Specification’.
b) Amendment No. 1 has been incorporated with suitable modifications.
c) Number of basic grades has been changed to nine. A new grade of E275, in line with European Standard,
has been incorporated to take care of the requirements of medium tensile structural steels in the
construction segment. Moreover, for each grade two to four sub-qualities have been introduced,
depending upon the grade, where sub-qualities A, BR, B0 and C, in line with other international standards,
indicate the mode of killing and impact test requirements.
d) The clause on ‘Manufacture’ has been modified, where the scope is suitably widened to include
different steel making and rolling practices in vogue.
e) Silicon content of semi-killed steel has been clearly specified.
For all the tests specified in this standard (chemical/physical/others), the method as specified in relevant
ISO Standard may also be followed as an alternate method.
While revising the standard, assistance has been derived from the following international specifications:
ASTM A 36 : 2008 Specification for structural steel
ASTM A 572 : 2007 Specification for high-strength low-alloy columbium-vanadium structural steel
EN 10025-2 : 2004 Hot rolled products of structural steels
The composition of the Committee responsible for the formulation of this standard is given in Annex A.
For the purpose of deciding whether a particular requirement of this standard is complied with, the final value,
observed or calculated, expressing the result of a test or analysis, shall be rounded off in accordance with
IS 2 : 1960 ‘Rules for rounding off numerical values (revised)’. The number of significant places retained in
the rounded off value should be the same as that of the specified value in this standard.
The document describes the process of designing optimal lightning protection systems using the software Sparkta. It involves iteratively adding air terminals to the most likely strike points and evaluating the lightning strike frequency until it is tolerable. The process is demonstrated on an industrial facility with multiple buildings subjected to varying flash densities per square kilometer per year. In each example, air terminals are added until the calculated yearly lightning strike frequency to the structure falls below the tolerable level.
1. A visual inspection was conducted on the gas gathering sub-header and header circuit at a well room in accordance with API-570 standards, identifying areas needing repair.
2. Significant coating failure and corrosion were found throughout the sub-headers, with wall loss up to 0.020 inches in some areas. U-bolts were also near failure due to corrosion.
3. Recommended repairs included removing corrosion from supports, installing single point contacts, replacing bolts, and cleaning and recoating piping to prevent further corrosion. Ultrasonic thickness readings were above minimums.
This presentation provides instruction on performing ultrasonic testing of welds according to the American Welding Society D1.1 code. It outlines 29 steps for inspecting a weld, including determining transducer selection and angle, performing calibration and reference level checks, scanning the weld to locate discontinuities, calculating discontinuity size, depth and rating, and determining acceptance based on discontinuity class. The goal is to train students to properly complete inspection form D-11 and evaluate any discontinuities found in the weld according to the AWS D1.1 acceptance criteria.
The document discusses ultrasonic testing (UT), which uses high frequency sound waves to detect surface and internal flaws in materials. It describes the basic principles of UT, including how sound waves propagate through materials and are reflected by discontinuities. The document outlines various UT techniques, such as pulse-echo, through transmission, angle beam, and immersion testing. It also covers concepts related to sound waves like velocity, frequency, attenuation, and the different modes of wave propagation.
The document outlines the sections and subsections contained in the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. It includes rules for construction of various types of boilers, pressure vessels, and containment systems. The sections cover materials specifications, welding requirements, nondestructive testing, in-service inspection, and rules for ongoing care and operation. The code also provides alternative rules for special construction applications.
This document provides an overview and summary of a basic training course on petroleum storage tanks. It discusses various tank types including fixed roof tanks, internal floating roof tanks, and floating roof tanks. It covers tank design elements like the structure of the tank bottom and floor, thickness of bottom plates, and attachment of the bottom to the shell. It also addresses tank foundations, including the need for foundations to allow for leak detection. The goals of the training are identified as learning to identify tank types and equipment, understand tank limitations, perform volume calculations, and operate tanks safely.
si delineano per contro alcuni
elementi di criticità, legati innanzitutto alle procedure di autorizzazione per
l’allestimento degli impianti e per l’allacciamento alla rete elettrica
nazionale, che devono essere ovviati.
Il Divulgatore ( Bologna )
Tiberio Rabboni
Assessore Agricoltura
Regione Emilia-Romagna
This document discusses the pathogenesis and treatment of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and psoriasis. It notes that PsA is thought to arise due to chronically elevated levels of cytokines such as TNF-alpha, IL-1 beta, and IL-17. Research has found that IL-23 plays a unifying role in spondyloarthritis including PsA, and that IL-23 alone can drive enthesitis. Studies show the efficacy of the monoclonal antibody ustekinumab, which targets the p40 subunit of IL-12 and IL-23, in treating both the skin and joint symptoms of psoriasis and PsA.
El documento describe cómo alcanzar la excelencia sostenida en las organizaciones mediante el modelo EFQM de excelencia, que incluye nueve criterios divididos en agentes facilitadores y resultados. El modelo proporciona una referencia para gestionar la organización por procesos, lograr resultados equilibrados, responder a las expectativas de los clientes y alcanzar éxito a través de las personas.
WiMAX Networks was once popular in 2009 and quickly faded away.
The case examined in 1 of Pakistan WiMAX operators showed how the network failed to meet customer expectation
The document discusses the life and writings of Paul. It provides background on Paul, including that he was originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians but had a conversion experience on the road to Damascus where he became a follower of Jesus. Paul then became a missionary who traveled throughout the Roman Empire establishing Christian churches and communities. He is known for writing many letters to these communities to provide guidance, which are some of the earliest Christian documents. The document examines what Paul says about himself in his letters and what is known about him from other sources like Acts in order to understand his background and theological perspectives.
The document discusses biological warfare and bioterrorism. It notes that biological warfare involves the intentional use of microorganisms and toxins to cause disease and death in humans, livestock, and crops. Biological agents are attractive for warfare and terroristic attacks due to low production costs and ease of access to disease-causing agents. Adherence to the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention and monitoring protocols are important steps in reducing threats from biological warfare and bioterrorism.
Este documento presenta la propuesta de ingreso a la Universidad Nacional de Salta para el año 2013. La propuesta busca facilitar la integración de los nuevos estudiantes a la universidad y promover su permanencia a través de un curso de ingreso, tutorías y apoyo continuo. Se basa en un marco conceptual que considera al ingreso como un proceso que requiere acompañamiento, reconociendo las experiencias previas de los estudiantes y las dificultades estructurales del sistema educativo. El objetivo es desarrollar habilidades académicas
Brent Yoder isolated and characterized several new cytotoxic natural products from plants collected in Madagascar and Suriname as part of his dissertation research. From a Tambourissa species bark extract, he isolated a new hydroxybutanolide called tambouranolide, which has a unique long hydrocarbon chain. From Macaranga alnifolia fruit, he obtained four new prenylated stilbenes, one new geranylated dihydroflavanol, and five known compounds. Two of the new stilbenes showed high cytotoxicity. From Cerbera manghas bark and leaves, he isolated the known iridoid cerbinal and the known cardiac glycoside neriifolin, both of which exhibited
This document presents a thesis proposal that aims to investigate the perceptual learning style preferences of vocational education students at Trat Technical College in Thailand. The proposal includes an introduction that establishes the importance of understanding students' learning styles and outlines the objectives and research questions. It also provides definitions of key terms and discusses the anticipated outcomes. The literature review covers the curriculum for vocational education in Thailand and defines learning styles. It outlines common learning style categories and reviews related international research on learning styles. The methodology section describes the population, instrument, validity, reliability, and data analysis procedures.
This document provides descriptions of various wines from the Bilton family's private collection and cellar. It includes details on vintages like Sir Percy from 2004, The Bilton, Viognier from 2008, Shiraz from 2006, Merlot from 2007, Cabernet Sauvignon from 2006, and the Matt Black line from 2008 and 2011. It also describes the Vintage D'Vine restaurant located at the Bilton Estate that serves traditional Cape cuisine and pairs foods with their wines.
Space Policy - Vis Viva - 10th bi-weekly meeting - August 7, 2013Society Vis Viva
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Bimetallic
1. Guides to Good Practice
in Corrosion Control
Bimetallic
Corrosion
The National Physical Laboratory is operated on behalf of the DTI by NPL Management Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Serco Group plc
2.
3. Bimetallic
Corrosion
Contents
page
1.0 Introduction
1
2.0 Conditions necessary for
bimetallic corrosion
3
3.0 Factors that effect
the rate of corrosion
3
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
Electrode potential
Electrode efficiency
Variable potential
Electrolyte
Area ratio
Aeration and flow rate
Metallurgical condition
and composition
Stifling effects
3
5
5
5
6
7
8
8
4.0 Bimetallic corrosion
without physical contact
8
5.0 Bimetallic corrosion in some
common environments
9
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
Introduction
Sea water
Atmospheric environments
Buried and embedded metals
Acids and alkalis
Oil and gas process fluids
Non-Aqueous environments
9
9
10
11
11
12
12
6.0 Prevention
12
7.0 Checklist
14
8.0 References
14
9.0 Sources of advice
15
10.0 Further information
15
This is an update of a DTI publication first issued in 1982. The new version
has been prepared by Dr. R. Francis of Weir Materials and Foundries
under contract from NPL for the Department of Trade and Industry
5. Bimetallic Corrosion
Table 1. Nominal composition of some common engineering alloys
Ferrous Alloys
NOMINAL COMPOSITION (wt%)
NAME
Fe
C
Cr
Ni
Mo
N
Others
Austenitic cast iron (flake)
Balance
2
2
15
-
-
Cu
Austenitic cast iron (spheroidal)
Balance
2
2
20
-
-
13/4 martensitic
Balance
0.08
12.5
4
0.5
-
17/4 martensitic
Balance
0.5
16.5
4
-
-
304 stainless steel
Balance
0.03
18
10
-
-
Cu
316 stainless steel
Balance
0.03
17
10
2
-
Alloy 20
Balance
0.03
20
28
2.5
-
Cu
Super Austenitic
Balance
0.02
20
18/25
6
0.2
(Cu)
22Cr duplex
Balance
0.02
22
5
3
0.16
Super duplex
Balance
0.02
25
7
3.5
0.25
(Cu, W)
Others
Copper Alloys
NOMINAL COMPOSITION (wt%)
NAME
Cu
Ni
Zn
Al
Fe
Sn
Naval Brass
61
-
Balance
-
-
1
CZR Brass
-
-
As, Pb
-
As.
Balance
-
36
-
Aluminium Brass
76
-
Balance
2
Gun metal (LG2)
Balance
-
5
-
-
5
Pb
Gun metal (LG4)
Balance
-
3
-
-
7
Pb
Phosphor bronze
Balance
-
-
-
-
5
P
Tin Bronze
Balance
-
-
-
-
10
P
Nickel aluminium bronze
Balance
5
-
10
4.5
-
90/10 copper nickel
Balance
10
-
-
1.5
-
Mn
70/30 copper nickel
Balance
30
-
-
0.7
-
Mn
Al
Others
Nickel Alloys
NOMINAL COMPOSITION (wt%)
NAME
Fe
Alloy 400
Cr
Ni
Mo
Cu
2
-
65
-
Balance
-
1.5
-
65
-
Balance
3
Ti
Alloy 825
Balance
2.1
40
3
2
-
Ti
Alloy 625
3
21
Balance
9
-
-
Nb
Alloy C-276
5
15.5
Balance
16
-
-
W
Alloy B-2
1
0.5
Balance
28
-
-
-
Alloy K-500
Aluminium Alloys
There are too many to list individually but the main groups of alloys and the chief alloying additions are listed below:1000
2000
3000
5000
series
series
series
series
-
low alloy aluminium
Al-Cu
Al-Mn
Al-Mg
6000 series - low alloy aluminium
7000 series - Al-Cu
8000 series - Al-Mn
two
6. Bimetallic Corrosion
2.0 Conditions necessary for
bimetallic corrosion
Table 2
Simplified Galvanic Series in Sea Water
The basic requirements necessary to cause bimetallic
corrosion are:
1
An electrolyte bridging the two metals - which may
not always be aggressive to the individual metals when
they are not coupled, and may be in the form of a bulk
volume of solution, a condensed film, or a damp solid
such as soil, salt deposits, or corrosion products.
2
Electrical connection between the metals. This usually
involves direct physical contact but it can also arise
where electrical continuity is established between
two metals, for example, by an insulation-coated
conductor, by structural metal work or electrical earthing.
It is not necessary for the metal junction to be
immersed in the electrolyte.
3
A sufficient difference in potential between the two
metals to provide a significant galvanic current.
4
A sustained cathodic reaction on the more noble of the
two metals by one of the mechanisms described in the
previous section; in most practical situations this is the
consumption of dissolved oxygen.
Electro
Positive
Electro
Negative
Graphite
Platinum
Gold
High Alloy Stainless Steels {Super Austenitic}
{Super Duplex}
Titanium
Nickel Chrome
{625; C-276}
Molybdenum Alloys
Low alloy stainless
(PASSIVE)
steels (eg 316)
Alloy 400/Alloy K-500
Silver
Nickel Aluminium Bronze
Copper nickel (70/30; 90/10)
Gunmetals/Tin Bronzes
Brasses
Tin
Lead
Austenitic Cast Iron
Low alloy stainless
(ACTIVE)
steels (eg 316)
Cast Iron
Carbon Steel
Aluminium alloys
Zinc
Magnesium
such as 316, are very different in the active and passive
3.0 Factors that effect the rate
of corrosion
states. Although the ranking in Table 2 was derived for sea
water, it is very similar for many other near neutral aerated
aqueous solutions, and thus may be used to assess the risk
3.1
Electrode potential
of bimetallic corrosion in these liquids.
However, the magnitude of the potential difference alone is
The electrode potential is determined by many factors but the
not sufficient to predict the risk of bimetallic corrosion. For
only fluid for which these factors are really well documented
instance, metals with a potential difference of only 50 mV
is sea water.
have shown bimetallic corrosion problems, while other metals
with a potential difference of 800 mV have been successfully
The value of the potential for any alloy, even in sea water, can
coupled together. The potential differences between the
be changed by a variety of factors such as temperature,
metals provides no information on the kinetics of bimetallic
velocity, biocide treatment etc. However, the relative ranking
corrosion which depend upon the current flowing between
of alloys remains largely unchanged by these factors.
them. There is a wide range of factors which affect the
A simplified version of the galvanic series is shown in Table 2.
severity of bimetallic corrosion such as area ratio, temperature,
Alloys which are coupled to metals which have more
flow rate, composition of the electrolyte etc. The important
electropositive potentials are the ones which may suffer
ones are discussed below.
bimetallic corrosion. Stainless steels, such as 316, have a
thin, protective film and while this is intact corrosion rates are
A general idea of the qualitative risk of bimetallic corrosion
very low and the alloy is said to be in its passive state. When
can be gained by putting these effects together into a form
breakdown of the film occurs, usually localised, such as
such as Figure 2. This is not meant to be rigorous but gives a
crevice corrosion, then the stainless steel is said to be active.
guide to acceptable and potentially dangerous combinations.
Table 2 shows that the potentials of low alloy stainless steels,
three
7. Graphite
High Alloy Stainless Steel
Titanium
Nickel-chrome moly alloys
Low alloy stainless steel
Alloy 400/K-500
Nickel Aluminium Bronze
Copper Nickel Alloys
Brasses
Austenitic Cast Iron
Tin
Lead
Cast iron
Carbon Steel
Aluminium alloys
Zinc
Metal being
considered (a)
Magnesium
Metal in
Contact
Gunmetals / Tin Bronzes
Bimetallic Corrosion
Magnesium
Zinc
Aluminium alloys
Carbon Steel
Cast iron
Lead
Tin
Austenitic Cast Iron
Brasses
Gunmetals / Tin Bronzes
Copper Nickel Alloys
Nickel Aluminium Bronze
Alloy 400/K-500
Low alloy stainless steel
Nickel-chrome moly alloys
Titanium
High Alloy Stainless Steel
Graphite
Additional corrosion unlikely
Additional corrosion may occur
Additional corrosion possible
Figure 2. Risk of additional corrosion from bimetallic contact in neutral aqueous electrolytes.
[Each of the two metals must be read aginst the other. the degree of corrosion always refers to the metal on axis A]
four
8. Bimetallic Corrosion
Even potentially dangerous combinations may be made to
solutions they are usually cathodic to iron.
work in service if appropriate steps are taken at the design
stage to minimise the risk. More details on the likely behaviour
Non-oxidising acid solutions can cause breakdown of the
of bimetallic couples are given in the extensive tables in
natural oxide film on passive metals; for example, in oxalic
reference 1. Note: Unalloyed aluminium is anodic towards
acid, titanium can be anodic to stainless steel and in
most copper containing aluminium alloys. At the junction
concentrated sulphuric acid it is anodic to aluminium.
between the two, the alloy is often protected at the expense
of the aluminium.
Reversals of significant practical importance are encountered
with zinc and aluminium, which are usually anodic to iron in
o
3.2
Electrode efficiency
Current flow between the two metals in contact is accompanied
by a shift in the potential of the anode to a more electropositive
value and in the potential of the cathode to a more
electronegative value. These changes, called polarisation,
result in the two metals approaching the same potential, any
potential difference between them being equal to the product
of the current and the resistance through the electrolyte. The
natural waters. At temperatures above 60 C iron becomes
anodic to zinc, which explains why problems are sometimes
encountered in galvanised steel hot-water systems. In fresh
waters, polarity reversal is enhanced by the presence of
bicarbonate and decreased by sulphate and chloride.
The aluminium/iron couple undergoes polarity reversal at
elevated temperatures in fresh water and in sea water (about
o
95 C) and the aluminium/zinc couple exhibits polarity
o
reversal in seawater at about 90 C.
extent of polarisation depends upon both the metal and the
environment. In neutral electrolytes the cathode is almost
3.4
Electrolyte
always polarised much more than the anode, which accounts
for the fact that a small area of sacrificial anode will effectively
Electrolyte factors that have a major influence on bimetallic
provide protection to a relatively large cathodic area.
corrosion are composition, pH and, in particular, electrical
The extent of polarisation will determine how effective any
conductivity, which affects both the intensity and distribution
particular metal may be as a cathode.
of corrosion.
Some metals, such as titanium, are not very efficient at
The severity of corrosion often increases with increasing
reducing dissolved oxygen compared with copper alloys. So
electrical conductivity of the electrolyte because, in practice,
it is possible for a less noble metal to corrode more if coupled
high conductivity is often caused by the presence of aggressive
to a copper alloy than to titanium, despite titanium being much
ions such as chloride, or by acid or alkali.
more electropositive.
The electrical conductivity of electrolytes can vary widely:
3.3
Variable potential
typical values are as follows:
S/cm
Distilled water
0.5 - 2
After storage
2-4
Supply water
50 - 1,500
ions, from changes in pH and temperature, and from intense
Saturated sodium
250,000
aeration which enhances film formation on the (hitherto)
chloride solution
anodic metal. Large differences in area ratio, especially with
Sulphuric acid
up to 8,000,000 S/cm
metals of nearly the same corrosion potential, can also
Molten salts
20,000 - 107
Changes in the corrosion potential of individual metals and,
therefore, in the polarity of a couple, from commonly
encountered values can result from the presence of complexing
S/cm
S/cm
S/cm
S/cm
influence the relative polarity of metals by causing intense
polarisation. Tin is usually cathodic to iron in neutral salt
solution, but in the presence of the complexing organic acids
Except for very critical items of equipment such as electronic
found, for instance, in fruit preservation, it is anodic and
components and where it is essential to suppress metal
therefore an effective sacrificial coating for ‘tin’ cans. Lead,
dissolution, bimetallic corrosion is seldom a problem in pure
tin, and their solder alloys form soluble corrosion products in
water.
alkaline solutions and are anodic to iron, whereas in acid
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9. Bimetallic Corrosion
In a solution of inherently low conductivity (or when the
Low pHs can also occur between two tightly coupled metals
metals are covered with only a thin film of a highly conducting
when one undergoes crevice corrosion (e.g. 316 and super
electrolyte), corrosion is confined to an area near the junction
austenitic stainless steel in sea water). The pH can become
between the two metals and, while the total amount of
so low (<1) that corrosion initiates on the cathode within the
corrosion may be low, it is likely to be relatively localised and
crevice.
therefore may also be intense. Corrosion will still be more
intense at the metal junction than elsewhere in a highly
conducting solution but it will also be more widespread.
Intense corrosion is likely to arise even with nominally pure
water under condensing conditions if the atmosphere is
polluted with acid gases such as sulphur dioxide, or with salt,
for example at industrial or sea-coat locations.
In common with local-cell corrosion, bimetallic corrosion is
3.5
Area ratio
The area ratio is very important in the consideration of the
likelihood of bimetallic corrosion. The larger the cathode
compared to the anode, the more oxygen reduction can occur
and, hence, the greater the galvanic current and, therefore,
corrosion (see Figure 3).
sensitive to the presence of constituents in the electrolyte that
effect stability of the corroded-metal ions. Thus, with lead the
presence of bicarbonate, silicate and sulphate in water
enhances formation of insoluble and adherent corrosion
products. In some cases insoluble corrosion products from
the anodic metal can deposit upon, and induce crevice
corrosion of, the cathodic metal of a couple; stainless steels
are susceptible to this type of corrosion, especially when in
contact with aluminium or mild steel. In some cases the
composition of the environment can be modified by adding
A) Large anode area, small cathode area showing relatively
insignificant attack over a wide area of sheet.
inhibitors to control both local-cell and bimetallic corrosion.
This practice has proved effective in the treatment of waters
in engine cooling systems and industrial cooling plants.
Bicarbonate, cyanide and tartrate ions form soluble complexes
with copper and zinc, and thus their presence increases the
rate of corrosion.
The effect of pH is even more far-reaching and depends upon
the composition of both metals forming the couple. In the
case of magnesium and its alloys there is a possibility of a
B) Large cathode area, small anode area showing relatively
pronounced attack of the rivet head.
significant amount of hydrogen evolution at the cathode in
neutral solutions. Enhancement of the corrosion rate starts as
pH is decreased to about 4-5 for aluminium and ferrous
alloys, and at about pH6 for zinc. At pH1, hydrogen evolution
is the predominant reaction on the cathode of most coupled
metals and bimetallic corrosion rates may be increased by
two to three orders of magnitude compared with those in
neutral solutions. In sulphuric acid, however, much smaller
increases in corrosion rate are encountered with lead
because of the formation of films of insoluble lead sulphate.
Hence, care is required if hydrogen evolution is occurring and
the cathode material is susceptible to hydrogen embrittlement.
Figure 3. Effect of area ratios of bimetallic corrosion
Under static conditions, where the bimetallic corrosion current
is often dependent upon the rate of diffusion of dissolved
oxygen to the cathode, the amount of bimetallic corrosion is
independent of the size of the anode and is proportional to the
area of the cathodic metal surface. This is sometimes known
as the catchment area principle, and has important
implications in designing to minimise the risk of bimetallic
corrosion. Thus, for a constant area of cathode metal the
amount of corrosion of the anode metal is constant, but the
intensity of corrosion is increased as the area of the anodic
metal is decreased.
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10. Bimetallic Corrosion
If the electrical conductance of the electrolyte bridging the
integrity. Similar considerations apply to pores or defects in
bimetallic contact is low, either because the bulk conductivity
a paint coating if the metal is in contact with a more
is low or because the electrolyte is present only as a thin film,
electropositive metal, i.e. the cathode to anode area ratio
the effective areas taking part in bimetallic cell reactions are
is dramatically increased compared with bare metal.
small and the total corrosion is relatively small, although it
may be severe immediately adjacent to the metal junction.
By correct selection of area ratio, dissimilar metals have
frequently been used successfully together in sea water.
Under immersed conditions in many supply waters, which
One example is the use of 316 pump impellers in austenitic
have a relatively low electrical conductivity, adverse effects
cast iron pump casings. Another is the use of high alloy trim
are uncommon if the contacting metals adjacent to the
(seats, stems etc.) such as alloy 625, alloy K-500 etc. with
junction are of similar area. Thus, galvanised steel pipes can
gun metal or aluminium bronze valve bodies. In both cases
be used with brass or gunmetal connectors, but serious
the large area of the anode compared to the cathode means
corrosion to the pipe end is likely to result if the contact is
that the increased corrosion is small and is well within the
directly to a large area of copper, such as a tank or cylinder.
design limits for the unit.
Similarly, stainless steel and copper tubes can usually be
joined without problems resulting, but accelerated corrosion
of the copper tube is likely to occur if it is attached to a
stainless steel tank (see Figure 4).
3.6
Aeration and flow rate
The majority of practical situations involving bimetallic
corrosion arise in aqueous solutions under conditions where
the cathodic reaction is reduction of dissolved oxygen. As with
single metal corrosion, bimetallic corrosion is therefore partly
dependent upon the rate at which oxygen can diffuse to the
surface from the bulk of the electrolyte.
The bimetallic corrosion rate of many copper-based and
nickel-based alloys, and of stainless steels in sea-water,
depends upon the flow rate of the water as well as on the area
ratio. Copper and copper-nickel alloys tend to become less
noble with increasing flow rate and to corrode more, while
nickel alloys and stainless steels become more noble and
Figure 4. Accelerated corrosion of a copper tube attached to a
stainless steel tank
Adverse area ratios are likely to occur with fasteners and
at joints. Weld, braze or rivet metal should be of the same
potential or, better still, cathodic to the base or parent metal.
For example, the use of mild steel rivets to fasten nickel,
copper or stainless steel plates should be avoided.
Under immersed conditions in a highly-conducting electrolyte,
such as sea-water, effective areas will be greater, and severe
corrosion may be encountered on small anodic areas of many
metals.
Extremely small anodic areas exist at discontinuities such
as cracks or pinholes in cathodic coatings such as magnetite
(millscale) on iron and copper plating on steel. Where electrolyte
conductivity is high it is necessary to apply protection or, in
the case of metal coatings, to specify a thickness of adequate
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corrode less. In well-aerated flowing solutions nickel alloys
and stainless steels are also likely to become passive and
corrode less.
Noble metals such as platinum, silver and copper, on which
the naturally formed oxide films are very thin and are readily
reduced to metal, act as efficient cathodes without polarising
and therefore tend to promote bimetallic corrosion. However,
aluminium, stainless steel and titanium have a stable oxide
film and tend to polarise; in flowing, aerated electrolyte the
oxide film is likely to thicken, thus diminishing bimetalic
corrosion of the coupled metal even further.
In neutral electrolytes complete de-aeration will, in many
instances, suppress single-metal and bimetallic corrosion.
However, under such anaerobic conditions cathodic
depolarisation and corrosion can occur if sulphate-reducing
bacteria are present.
11. Bimetallic Corrosion
3.7
Metallurgical condition and
composition
3.8
Stifling effects
In general the rate of corrosion of coupled and non-coupled
In some cases differences in corrosion potential can exist
metals decreases with time of exposure. This is partly due to
between coupled metals or alloys of nominally the same
the diminishing rate of diffusion of oxygen through the
composition. Subjection to cold working often tends to make
electrolyte and through films of corrosion product to cathodic
a metal/alloy more anodic. In some alloys heat treatment can
regions and, partly owing to the protection afforded to anodic
produce galvanic differences; for example 2014 aluminium
regions by the corrosion product. To some extent, therefore,
copper alloy in the artificially aged condition is anodic to the
the bimetallic corrosion rate is affected by the permeability of
same alloy in the naturally aged condition. Such conditions
the corrosion product. In sea-water and, to a lesser extent,
account for this risk of bimetallic corrosion on contact
in hard supply waters, the alkaline conditions produced at
between aluminium alloys as indicated in Figure 2.
he cathode result in the formation of calcareous deposits
of calcium and magnesium carbonates and magnesium
Local changes in composition can also arise at joints made by
hydroxide which may decrease the rate of bimetallic
welding, both in the weld bead and in the heat affected zone
corrosion. With steel, for example, corrosion is decreased by
of the parent metal. Problems are usually avoided by selecting
one order of magnitude after less than a year’s exposure.
the appropriate filler metals and welding techniques, or in
Where corrosion products are water-permeable or hygroscopic,
some cases, by painting the joints. Figure 5 shows preferential
however, their presence can sometimes increase the rate of
corrosion of the weld in a carbon steel pipe handling partially
bimetallic corrosion, either because they are more aggressive
deaerated sea water (O2 ~0.1 mg/L). The welding operation
than the bulk environment or because they maintain wet
produced a weld bead which was ~50 mV electronegative to
conditions at the metal surface.
the parent metal, and the large area of the cathode resulted
in rapid corrosion of the weld metal.
4.0 Bimetallic corrosion without
physical contact
Localised corrosion of a metal may give rise to soluble
corrosion products which deposit by a displacement reaction
onto a less noble metal exposed in the same solution and
form local, intense bimetallic cells. This is particularly evident
with the more electropositive metals such as copper, and
problems have been encountered in water-heating systems
as a result of copper dissolving from pipework and depositing
onto steel radiators, aluminium alloy sinks and pump
impellers, and galvanised tanks. Insulation of joints between
dissimilar metal components is not necessarily a safeguard
if cuprosolvent water flows or diffuses from copper to
aluminium parts of the system. Similar problems can also be
Figure 5. Preferential corrosion of a weld in a carbon steelpipe
encountered with aluminium in the near vicinity of steel under
conditions where the iron corrosion products flow over the
Bimetallic corrosion can occur between alloys of similar type
but somewhat different composition; thus 90/10 cupro-nickel
can be anodic to 70/30 alloy, austenitic stainless steels are
aluminium and are deposited as strongly cathodic magnetite
or where alkaline solution formed at the steel cathode flows
onto the aluminium.
cathodic to the martensitic type, and austenitic cast iron is
more cathodic than, and can induce corrosion of, other types
of cast iron. Cast iron that has become graphitised will induce
additional corrosion of non-graphitised alloy i.e. the surface of
the cast iron is essentially just graphite which is strongly
Copper can also cause corrosion of steel and galvanised
steel, particularly in warm or hot water. Hence, it is usual to
specify that copper and its alloys may be used downstream of
galvanised steel but not vice versa.
electropositive to most metals.
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12. Bimetallic Corrosion
In plant and equipment that involves recirculated electrolyte
stainless steels have PREN values, where PREN (the pitting
such as vehicle cooling systems, central heating systems and
resistance equivalent number) = % Cr + 3.3% Mo + 16%N,
industrial heat exchangers, this type of problem can sometimes
exceeding 40.
be avoided by removing oxygen from the system or by adding
Group 2 includes alloys which have low corrosion rates but
inhibitors.
are susceptible to crevice corrosion in sea water. These alloys
Caution is also necessary when chloride-containing waters
are only used when coupled to an alloy from group 3 or 4,
flow from lead to aluminium surfaces and pitting of an
where the anodic metal effectively protects the group 2 alloy
aluminium roofing sheet has been reported as a result of
from crevice corrosion. This assumes a suitably large ratio of
contact with lead salts leached from lead-containing paints.
anode area to cathode area.
Group 3 covers alloys with moderate corrosion resistance
5.0 Bimetallic corrosion in some
common environments
and essentially comprises the copper alloys, although
austenitic cast iron can be included in this group. It includes
single phase brasses (eg aluminium brass) but the inclusion
of those containing beta phase, e.g. naval brass and
5.1
Introduction
manganese bronze, is debatable. This is because brasses
containing beta phase will dezincify in sea water and this can
From an engineering point of view, it is helpful to consider
be exacerbated when coupled to a more noble alloy from
bimetallic corrosion of some common engineering materials
groups 1 or 2 or even when coupled to 70/30 copper nickel.
in frequently encountered service environments.
Group 4 includes alloys of low corrosion resistance. It has
5.2
been subdivided to separate the aluminium alloys from the
Sea water
steels and cast irons because of the variable effects which
Although the comments in this section refer to sea water they
can occur in couples depending upon alloy composition.
can be applied more or less across the board to all near
The Al-Mg alloys (5000 series) generally form protective films
neutral aerated waters with 3 g/L chloride or more.
in sea water and can be coupled to iron or steel if the
area ratio is not too adverse. However, alloys such as the
In sea water the corrosion data show that the commonly used
7000 series can suffer pitting and stress corrosion cracking
alloys can be collected into four groups, as shown in Table 3.
which can be exacerbated by a bimetallic couple. Hence
couples between these two subdivisions of group 4 must be
Table 3. Corrosion date of 4 groups
GROUP
1
TYPE
Noble; Passive
examined on a case by case basis. The rules for selecting
ALLOY
Ni/Cr/Mo alloys (Mo>7)
Super Austenitic Stainless Steel
Super Duplex Stainless Steel
Titanium and its alloys
alloy compatibility are, subject to the exceptions above;
1)
Alloys within each group can be coupled together
with no significant problems.
2)
When coupling an alloy to one from a higher group a
high anode to cathode area ratio (e.g. valve trim) or a
generous corrosion allowance is needed, unless
measures are taken to avoid bimetallic corrosion
(see next section).
2
Corrosion Resistant;
Susceptible to
Crevice Corrosion
22 Cr Duplex Stainless Steel
Alloy 825
Alloy 400
Alloy K-500
316
3
Moderate Corrosion
Resistance
Copper alloys
Austenitic Cast Iron
4
Poor Corrosion
Resistance
Carbon Steel
Cast Iron
Both of these corrode rapidly in seawater and coupling to any
Aluminium Alloys
sometimes used as a sacrificial anode to provide cathodic
Two materials not included in Table 3 are zinc and magnesium.
more noble alloy will increase the dissolution rate. Zinc is
protection. Magnesium is not normally used in this application
Group 1 are all passive alloys which adopt electropositive
quantities of hydrogen are evolved on the cathode, increasing
and C-276, while the super austenitic and super duplex
nine
because its corrosion rate is very high and substantial
potentials in sea water. The nickel alloys include alloy 625
the risk of embrittlement.
13. Bimetallic Corrosion
Another material not included in Table 3 is graphite, which can
be a part of seals and gaskets. Both laboratory tests and
service experience show that where the graphite is wetted,
bimetallic corrosion of the adjacent metal is likely to occur,
leading to leaks. Hence graphite-containing seals and gaskets
should be avoided.
Spiral wound metal gaskets are often used with flanges and it
is important not to use a gasket of a group 2 alloy in a piping
system of a group 1 alloy. This has caused failure at some
flanged joints on offshore oil and gas platforms.
When using alloys from groups 1 and 2 there is another
Figure 6b. Couples with cathode/anode area ratio of 10:1 after 63
days in chlorinated seawater
factor to take into account, and this is the cathodic efficiency.
In natural sea water at ambient temperature, a thin biofilm
bronze adjacent to the joint is clearly visible. In contrast the
forms on these alloys which results in very electropositive
samples exposed to chlorinated seawater (Figure 6b) show
potentials and, more importantly, a very efficient reduction of
little or no attack. This clearly demonstrates the difference in
dissolved oxygen. Both affects promote bimetallic corrosion.
the cathodic efficiency. Similar results have been produced
In systems where the water has been heated to 25 °C - 30 °C
for super austenitic stainless steel coupled to 90/10 copper
above ambient the biofilm does not form and cathodic
nickel (2,3).
reduction of dissolved oxygen is 2 to 3 orders of magnitude
less efficient. If chlorine is injected in small quantities (0.5 to
1.0 mg/L) to prevent bio-fouling, the potentials increase still
5.3
Atmospheric environments
further, but the cathodic reaction is now the reduction of
hypochlorite to chloride. This is one to two orders of magnitude
Because an electrolyte is a necessity for corrosion it tends to
less efficient than the reduction of oxygen by the biofilm.
occur where rainwater and/or condensation cannot run off or
becomes trapped.
Hence, in hot sea water or chlorinated sea water, the reduced
rate of the cathodic reaction means that the extent of bimetallic
As with fully immersed conditions, the tendency for bimetallic
corrosion is substantially reduced compared with that in
corrosion to occur in atmospheric environments increases
natural seawater.
with increasing conductivity of the electrolyte bridging the
coupled metals. However, corrosion is usually more localised
An example of this is super duplex stainless steel coupled to
at the metal junction than under immersed conditions.
nickel aluminium bronze. Figure 6a shows couples with a
cathode/anode area ratio of 10:1 after 63 days immersion in
The severity of the environment depends upon general and
natural seawater. The substantial galvanic corrosion of the
local climate conditions; it is low in dry or low-humidity regions,
moderate in temperate and semi-arctic regions and in open
rural locations; and greatest in tropical and marine locations
of high humidity and in polluted industrial atmospheres.
With the exception of couples involving magnesium, aluminium,
zinc and low-alloy or carbon steels, the additional corrosion
in environments of low to moderate severity is often
negligible unless contact is with carbon or a precious metal.
Due consideration must be given to local conditions, however,
as the electrical conductivity of rain water or condensation is
increased by pollution with fuel-combustion products, fertilizers
and road salt, which produces aggressive conditions in a
nominally clean atmosphere.
Figure 6a. Couples with cathode/anode area ratio of 10:1 after 63
days in natural seawater
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14. Bimetallic Corrosion
Bimetallic corrosion at sea-coast locations is usually more
behaviour of coupled metals, and specialised advice based
severe than at industrial/urban locations, and the effect is
upon service experience should be sought.
similar to that experienced under fully-immersed conditions in
a low-conductivity electrolyte with small, equal areas of
Corrosion of metals embedded in concrete is often not
dissimilar metals in contact.
significantly affected by contact with a second embedded
metal; aluminium for example, tends to form a surface film
The general behaviour of metals in bimetallic contact in rural,
when coupled to steel in the alkaline environment of concrete,
industrial/urban and marine environments is fully documented
plaster and mortar. Behaviour will depend upon the
in PD 6484 (1). Information which is specific to electrical
permeability to water and air and the salt content of the
power equipment, but also summarises the service experience
concrete, and corrosion is more likely to occur where the
with a wide range of metallic and non-metallic protective
concrete is damaged. Special care is necessary when
coatings on aluminium, copper and steel under different
attaching inserts to reinforced concrete to avoid making direct
climatic conditions, is contained in CP 1014 (4).
contact with steel reinforcing bars.
5.4
5.5
Buried and embedded metals
Acids and alkalis
In general, the behaviour of metals in contact in soils is similar
Alkalis are used in a range of industrial processes, for
to that under immersed conditions in water. The quantitative
example from 4 wt% to 70 wt% caustic soda at temperatures
effect depends upon a number of factors including moisture
up to 250 °C. There are no published data on galvanic
content, pH, salt content, permeability to oxygen, and electrical
corrosion in alkalis but, because of the risk of caustic cracking
conductivity, of which the last is of major importance. Soils are
under coupled conditions with many metals, it is advisable
regarded as aggressive if the electrical conductivity is greater
to carry out testing or seek previous experiences with such
than about 1000 µs/cm. Bacterial activity can be a significant
couples.
factor in poorly-aerated, waterlogged soils and the presence
of sulphate can sustain a cathodic reaction by sulphate
In most acids, particularly the mineral acids, corrosion rates
reducing bacteria.
can be high and the tendency is to select high alloy materials
which resist corrosion. However, couples between different
Other microbial systems can have corrosive effects by
alloys can produce a variety of effects which are not seen in
producing sulphuric and organic acids, or organic and
other electrolytes. A galvanic series has been produced for
inorganic sulphides, or by oxidising and removing nitrogen-
some acids (5) but it is of limited value for the following reason.
containing inhibitors, thus increasing the corrosiveness of the
The corrosion resistant alloys used in acids are usually in
environment and the amount of bimetallic corrosion.
their passive region, but at lower potentials these can move
Behaviour of coupled and uncoupled metals varies widely in
into the active region where general dissolution occurs
soil because of the wide range of environmental conditions
(Figure 7). An example of this was a super duplex stainless
encountered. Satisfactory performance may be encountered
steel basket in 20% sulphuric acid at 50 °C in a plant producing
with apparently incompatible metals because of passivation
or stifling resulting from the precipitation of insoluble salts by
local alkalinity.
However, severe corrosion has been encountered - and, in
general, protective measures are necessary to avoid problems
- where ground water has a high conductivity, for example
with lead/copper and copper/iron pipe junctions. From a
consideration of area ratio effects it is evident that failure of
bolts is likely to precede that of structures to which they are
attached unless they are made of materials which are cathodic
to the larger area of metal.
Soil analysis is not a completely reliable guide to the likely
eleven
Figure 7. Location of passive, transpassive, transition and active region.
15. Bimetallic Corrosion
titanium dioxide from ilmenite ore. Scrap steel cubes were
in corrosion of the active alloy. The increase was no more
tossed into the basket to keep the acid reducing throughout
than doubling of the corrosion rate, with equal area ratios, or
the process but this resulted in corrosion of the basket from
up to three times the corrosion rate at a 4:1 area ratio of
the inside. This was because the potential of the stainless
passive to active alloy. This suggests that cathodic reactions
steel adjacent to the carbon steel was depressed into the
under these conditions are not very efficient compared to the
region where active dissolution occurs. There was no simple
reduction of dissolved oxygen in sea water. Coupling of two
alloy change to cure the problem and it was solved by using
passive alloys together produced no additional corrosion
a thick polypropylene basket inside the stainless steel to
when both alloys remained passive.
prevent contact with the steel.
The problems at dissimilar metal joints can mostly be solved
Another possibility may arise on coupling two corrosion
by increased corrosion allowances or by the use of inhibitors.
resistant alloys, the anodic one having its uncoupled potential
in the active region. When coupled the corrosion rate of the
One significant risk is downhole when a corrosion resistant
anodic alloy can be reduced if its potential is being moved into
alloy (CRA) is in contact with carbon steel e.g. the well casing
the transition region (Figure 7). The electropositive member of
on production tubing. Although the CRA is the cathode in such
the couple may suffer no corrosion if it remains in its passive
a couple, evolution of hydrogen is the cathodic reaction and
zone, but corrosion could occur if its potential is moved into
hydrogen embrittlement can occur. Embrittlement under such
the transition zone or active zone. This would create a
conditions has been reported for duplex stainless steel
siutation where the corrosion on the anode decreased and
tubulars and alloy K500 drill collars.
the corrosion on the cathode increased (6).
As the performance of metals in acids can change
dramatically with acid concentration, temperature, and the
presence of small quantities of other chemicals, it is imperative
that alloy performance be evaluated under conditions as
close to the expected service conditions as possible.
5.7
Non-Aqueous environments
Behaviour in molten salts and anhydrous non-aqueous fluids
such as liquid ammonia, liquid sulphur dioxide and conducting
organic compounds can sometimes differ significantly from
that in aqueous environments. Unfortunately, very little
information on this subject has been published and it is
5.6
Oil and gas process fluids
usually necessary to search the relevant specialised literature
and deduce likely behaviour from data on non-coupled metals
Concern about environmental cracking in oil and gas
and electrode potentials.
environments means that alloys for new developments are
chosen carefully and galvanic corrosion in the process fluids
As with aqueous systems, the severity and extent of bimetallic
is not usually a major problem.
corrosion will depend partly upon electrical conductivity,
which for molten salts can be very high.
This is an area which is not well researched, but the increasing
development of marginal fields, with more corrosive process
fluids, and tie-ins to old field lines designed for mildly corrosive
6.0 Prevention
fluids, opens the possibility for galvanic corrosion at these
junctions.
The extent to which bimetallic corrosion is likely to occur and
A number of laboratory studies (7,8,9) have looked at galvanic
the selection of counter-measures should be considered at
corrosion, mostly in sweet brines. Wilhelm (7), however, also
the design stage. Ideally, metals should be selected that are
carried out tests in a sour brine i.e. one contaminated by
close to each other in the galvanic series, but engineering
hydrogen sulphite, a packer fluid and a simulated acidising
requirements for different material properties in various parts
fluid.
of equipment or an installation often necessitate the use of
several different metals.
All the workers concluded that, in process fluids (sweet and
sour), the greatest corrosion occurred when both metals were
A major consideration, however, is to identify the composition
active. Coupling passive to active alloys also caused increases
and conductivity of the environment, since these will play a
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16. Bimetallic Corrosion
significant role in defining the extent and severity of any
corrosion. Other objectives are to maximise the area of the
anodic metal and minimise that of the cathodic metal.
Experience in similar situations should be sought where
possible because it is not uncommon for dissimilar metals to be
coupled without adverse effect, especially when the electrical
conductivity or oxygen content of the electrolyte is low.
Under immersed conditions in static or slowly moving aerated
electrolyte, the catchment area principle (see Section 3.5) can
be usefully applied to assess whether intense corrosion
will arise, but it becomes less influential as the electrical
conductivity of the electrolyte diminishes, because the effective
area of the cathode is then less than its geometric area.
The catchment area principle does not often apply in
atmospheric environments, and design considerations are
Figure 9. Methods of electrical insulation
then more important to effect good drainage and thus
minimise accumulation of condensation and rain-water at
overlays that extend the path are also effective if the
joints and in hollow sections (Figure 8).
conductivity of the water is low. Despite confidence based on
design considerations that bimetallic corrosion will not arise,
electrical insulation should be confirmed when equipment is
brought into service. It is not unknown for subsequent
modifications to a system or in its vicinity to result in
electrical
connections
between
nominally
insulated
components. Be aware that it is often a safety requirement for
all equipment to be earthed. This is common in chemical plant
and on offshore platforms and completely negates any
attempt at insulation. An example is the separation of
dissimilar metal pipes with an insulated flange coupling. Both
sides of the flange can still be connected if both are connected
to earth. The use of coated spool pieces and other methods
of separating dissimilar metal pipes are discussed in detail by
Francis (10).
Figure 8. Effect of design considerations
Similar considerations also apply to verifying the conductivity
of the electrolyte. For instance, flux residues can promote
Methods of preventing or minimising bimetallic corrosion are
bimetallic corrosion in otherwise non-aggressive electrolytes,
based upon breaking the electrical path in the metallic or
and joints should be thoroughly cleaned after assembly.
electrolyte parts of the system, by excluding oxygen from the
electrolyte, by adding inhibitors to the electrolyte, and by
Jointing compounds applied to the contacting surfaces of
sacrificial corrosion.
fasteners and lap joints do not normally provide electrical
insulation. They are very useful, however, in excluding water
Electrical insulation can be achieved by the use of plastic
from the joint and thereby preventing bimetallic (and crevice)
bushes and washers such as nylon or PTFE or impervious
corrosion within the joint, and the exuded flexible fillet will
plastic or rubber gaskets (Figure 9). Plastic pipework and
prevent cracking of subsequently applied paint along the line
fittings are now commonly used in chemical plant and supply-
of the joint.
water installations. Bimetallic contact is not a problem in
structures in the atmosphere if insulating washers are applied
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A wide range of paint and taping systems are available for
to break the conducting path through the water layer; joint
protecting metals; paints can contain inhibitors or sacrificial
17. Bimetallic Corrosion
metals such as zinc. Ideally both members of a bimetallic
Paint both metals where possible; where impractical, paint the
couple should be painted, but where this is impracticable the
more electropositive metal (cathode).
cathodic member should be coated in preference; treating
only the anodic metal increases the risk of severe localised
Make extra allowance for corrosion by increasing the thickness
bimetallic corrosion at any defect in the coating. Metal
of the electronegative metal.
coatings can be applied by electroplating, dipping or spraying
to give close identity with the second metal; an example is the
Apply compatible metal or sacrificial metal coatings.
aluminium coating of steel in contact with aluminium.
Alternatively compatibility between two metals can be
In equipment containing dissimilar metals that are not in
obtained by coating one of them with a third metal such as
contact, ensure that localised corrosion does not result from
zinc or cadmium. In some cases it is preferable to coat both
deposited noble metals such as copper, by inhibiting the
metals with a third metal. In industrially polluted atmospheres
electrolyte or by coating susceptible surfaces.
zinc coatings on steel are superior to those of cadmium, while
the latter are preferred where high humidity and condensation
If electrical insulation is adopted, check that it is effective after
occur.
installation of equipment is complete.
Apart from their use in jointing compounds, the application of
With critical items of plant and equipment, include electrical
inhibitors is generally limited to certain recirculating water
insulation checking in routine inspection schedules.
systems. An exception to this is in the oil and gas industry with
carbon steel piping containing wet gas or wet process brines.
Inhibitors are often injected to reduce corrosion of the carbon
8.0 References
steel and this will also minimise corrosion at bimetallic
junctions. Galvanic action in systems containing copper can
1)
PD6484: 1979 Commentary on Corrosion at
Bimetallic Contacts and Its Alleviation,
British Standards Institution.
2)
E. Bardal, R. Johnsen and P.O. Gartland
Corrosion 40 (1984) 12.
3)
R. Johnsen and S. Olsen Paper 397,
Corrosion ‘92; Nashville, USA, April 1992, NACE.
4)
CP1014: 1963 Protection of Electrical Power
Equipment Against Climatic Conditions.
British Standards Institutions.
5)
J.R. Crum, ‘Development of a Galvanic Series in
Various Acid and Water Environments’. Int. Conf.
Corros. of Nickel Base Alloys, ASM, Ohio, 1984.
6)
G.O. Davis, J. Kolts and S. Sridhar, Corrosion 42,
6 (1986) 329.
7)
M. Wilhelm, Paper 480; Corrosion ‘92
Nashville, USA, April 1992, NACE.
8)
T. Hara, H. Asahi and H. Kaneta, Paper 63;
Corrosion í96; Denver, USA, March 1996, NACE.
9)
sometimes be controlled by a specific inhibitor such as
T. Hara, H. Asahi and H. Kaneta, Paper 118;
Corrosion ‘98; San Diego, USA, March 1998, NACE.
10)
R. Francis, Brit. Corr. J. 29, 1 (1994) 53.
benzotriazole.
In the case of microbial corrosion, materials can be protected
by coating with resistant synthetic polymers or inhibited
paints, by dosing with biocides or by designing to avoid
conditions that favour microbial growth.
7.0 Checklist
In situations where contact between dissimilar metals cannot
be avoided the following steps should be considered:
Select metals that are close together in the galvanic series for
the particular environment.
Avoid relatively small areas of the less noble metal and large
areas of the more noble metal.
Insulate the metals from each other or separate them with
internally coated spool pieces.
Exclude electrolyte from around the bimetallic junction, for
example, by painting or taping.
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18. Bimetallic Corrosion
9.0 Sources of advice
Information on materials is available from the following
organisations:
Advice on design and choice for a given use can be obtained
1. Copper and copper alloys.
from the corrosion advisory centres and consultancy services
listed in the Corrosion Handbook (published by MPI, 1998).
The same organisations can investigate failures and make
recommendations for avoiding them in future. Reputable
equipment manufacturers can also offer advice, based on
CDA
Verulam Industrial Estate
224 London Road
St Albans
Herts AL1 1AQ
Tel: 01727 731200
Fax: 01727 731216
their experiences.
2. Nickel and nickel-containing alloys.
10.0 Further information
For sources of general information on corrosion and data on
the compatibilities of metal and fluids, see Guide No. 1 in this
NiDI
The Holloway
Alvechurch
Birmingham B48 7QB
Tel: 01527 584 777
Fax: 01527 585 562
series.
3. Titanium and titanium alloys.
General information is available from the following
organisations:
National Corrosion Service
National Physical Laboratory
Teddington
Middlesex
TW11 0LW
Tel: 020 8943 6142
Fax: 020 8943 7107
Institute of Corrosion
4 Leck House
Lake Street
Leighton buzzard
Bedfordshire
LU7 8TQ
Tel: 01525 851771
Fax: 01525 376690
Materials Information Service
Institute of Materials
1 Carlton House Terrace
London
SW1Y 5DB
Tel: 020 7451 7350
Tel: 020 7451 7354
Fax: 020 7839 5513
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Titanium Information Group
c/o Timet UK Ltd
Kynoch Works
Witton Road, Witton
Birmingham B6 7UR
Tel: 0121 356 1155
Fax: 0121 356 5413
4. Aluminium and its alloys.
Aluminium Federation Ltd
Broadway House
Calthorpe Road
Birmingham B15 1TN
Tel: 0121 456 1103
Fax: 0121 456 2274
5. Zinc and its alloys.
Zinc Development Association
42-46 Weymouth Street
London W1N 3LQ
Tel: 020 7499 6636
6. Magnesium and its alloys.
International Magnesium Institute
17, Avenue Hoche
75008 Paris
France
Tel: +33 145630634
Fax: +33 142894292