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Corrosion Control
Explain the various methods involved in control of corrosion The different methods used for control of corrosion are:1 1. Proper design and selection of material 2. Modifying the environment 3. Cathodic and anodic protection 4. Protection coating-metallic and organic

1. Design and Selection of Materials

The important design and material selection principles are a) b) c) d) e) f) Avoid contact of dissimilar metals in the presence of corrosive solution For two dissimilar metals in contact use an anodic material of larger area and a cathodic material of smaller area Two dissimilar metals used should be as clos as possible in the electrochemical series Try to avoid crevises In joints instead of bolt and rivets where ever possible use welding and brazing Figure (a) shows the different types of joints Minimize sharp corners and edges, use smooth bends as far as possible Figure (b) shows the illustration. g) the component should be free from residual stresses as in cold worked parts`. h) Try to use pure metals without impurities wherever possible..

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2.Modifying the Environment The corrosive environment can be modified either by removing the harmful constituents or by adding certain substances to neutralize the corrosive constituents. The important modifications to prevent corrosion are as below
a) The de aeration and deactivations The presence of oxygen (air) at the cathodic area in the aqueous environment increases the rate of corrosion. Thus removal of oxygen helps prevention of corrosion. This is done by de aeration. This involves increasing the temp. By agitating the solution. This also brings down the CO2 content of water. Deactivation involves the addition of chemicals that combine readily with oxygen in the solution. Sodium Sulphate is added to form soluble Sodium Sulphate. Also Hydrazine hydrate ( NH2.NH2.H2O) can be used which produces hydrogen and water with oxygen. b) Dehumidification Presence of moisture has more effect on the corrosive phenomenon. Dehumidification is the process of reducing the moisture content of air so that corrosion can be prevented. c) Alkaline Neutralization Its the process of reducing the acidity of the SO2 at the corrosion area. The Alkaline Neutralizers are NH3,NaOH, Lime etc. These are used either in vapour or liquid forms and applied to the corroding parts d) Use of inhibitors