Chemical Solutions
Corrosion Inhibitors
Corrosion inhibitors are a group of chemicals that provide a barrier layer between metal surfaces and the atmosphere for the purpose of delaying oxidation. Metal oxidation also known as corrosion or rust will degrade the mechanical integrity of a metal. Preventing corrosion is necessary for the long term performance of any non-noble metal, such as aluminum, brass, copper, steel & zinc. To select the best corrosion inhibitor for your application, please provide the following information:
- The metal that needs to be protected
- Type of parts – geometry and application
- The amount of corrosion protection required – salt spray hours
- How the corrosion inhibitor will be applied – immersion, spray, wipe-on
- Surface finish required – oily, dry-to-touch, etc.
- Any specification requirements
Categories: Chemical Solutions, Specialty Products
Description
Corrosion inhibitors come in many forms:
- Oils – water based and solvent based
- Lacquers – water based and solvent based
- VCI – Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors for packaging
- Amines
- Molybdates
- Phosphates
- Sacrificial plated deposits – zinc and cadmium
- Chromates, Silicates, Organo-Mineral Sealers