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Passivation TanksHouston Plating’s oversized nitric acid tanks – 143” long x 72” wide x 66” deep – provide passivation services for those larger stainless parts that are typically beyond the capabilities of most service providers.
Stainless steel undergoes a chemical reaction that forms a discolored, corrosive layer on its surface.
The acid bath used in passivation strips away the layer of corrosion, forming a non-dimensional protective layer.
Houston Plating’s oversized nitric acid tanks – 143” long x 72” wide x 66” deep – provide passivation services for those larger stainless parts that are typically beyond the capabilities of most service providers.
All metals and metal alloy surfaces react chemically to their environment. Stainless steel reacts by developing a scale on the surface that, left in place, can affect the integrity and performance of the part. In addition, when in contact with iron for a prolonged period of time, stainless steel parts can be susceptible to cathodic corrosion, which can damage the part.
Passivation is an acid-based process that protects stainless steel by reducing the metal’s chemical reactivity. Using nitric acid to treat and coat the metal, the free iron on the surface is removed and a passive, protective layer forms.
For additional information, contact your HP&C sales representative.
Larger
Passivation TanksHouston Plating’s oversized nitric acid tanks – 143” long x 72” wide x 66” deep – provide passivation services for those larger stainless parts that are typically beyond the capabilities of most service providers.
Stainless steel undergoes a chemical reaction that forms a discolored, corrosive layer on its surface.
The acid bath used in passivation strips away the layer of corrosion, forming a non-dimensional protective layer.
Houston Plating’s oversized nitric acid tanks – 143” long x 72” wide x 66” deep – provide passivation services for those larger stainless parts that are typically beyond the capabilities of most service providers.
All metals and metal alloy surfaces react chemically to their environment. Stainless steel reacts by developing a scale on the surface that, left in place, can affect the integrity and performance of the part. In addition, when in contact with iron for a prolonged period of time, stainless steel parts can be susceptible to cathodic corrosion, which can damage the part.
Passivation is an acid-based process that protects stainless steel by reducing the metal’s chemical reactivity. Using nitric acid to treat and coat the metal, the free iron on the surface is removed and a passive, protective layer forms.
For additional information, contact your HP&C sales representative.
Houston Plating & Coatings
P.O. Box 418 1301 Georgia
South Houston, TX 77587-0418
Phone: (800) 946-0172 • (713) 946-8920
Fax: (713) 946-8487
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Houston Plating & Coatings
P.O. Box 418 1301 Georgia
South Houston, TX 77587-0418
Phone: (800) 946-0172 • (713) 946-8920
Fax: (713) 946-8487
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