White Paper
What Is Corrosion?
Learn about corrosion in fasteners and its types. Discover effective testing and corrosion-resistant materials to ensure durability and reliability.
While corrosion can sometimes create an aesthetically pleasing patina on copper, in fastening it often leads to detrimental effects, causing structural failures and potential hazards.
Effective corrosion testing and the use of appropriate corrosion-resistant materials can significantly mitigate the risks associated with corrosion, ensuring the durability and reliability of fasteners and other components in diverse environments.
Key Insights
This white paper covers the principles of corrosion and explains its various types: uniform, crevice, galvanic, intergranular, and stress corrosion cracking. It offers valuable insights for engineers into enhancing corrosion resistance methods.
