Difference between revisions of "Corrosion resistance"
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | The ability of a material to resist chemical changes due to degradative environmental effects, such as moisture and pollution. | + | The ability of a material to resist chemical changes due to degradative environmental effects, such as moisture and pollution. Some materials that can be used to minimize corrosion include: |
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| + | * [[Vapor phase corrosion inhibitor]]: provides a corrosion resistant layer on the surface | ||
| + | * [[Scavenger]]: removes pollutants and/or moisture and oxygen from the airs | ||
| + | * [[Desiccant]]: removes moisture from the air | ||
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 12:10, 13 July 2023
Description
The ability of a material to resist chemical changes due to degradative environmental effects, such as moisture and pollution. Some materials that can be used to minimize corrosion include:
- Vapor phase corrosion inhibitor: provides a corrosion resistant layer on the surface
- Scavenger: removes pollutants and/or moisture and oxygen from the airs
- Desiccant: removes moisture from the air
Synonyms and Related Terms
Korrosionbestândigkeit (Deut.); résistance à la corrosion (Fr.);
Resources and Citations
- Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', Engineered Plastics, ASM International, 1988