Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) in the l00 kHz-10 mHz frequency range was employed as the main electrochemical technique to study the corrosion protection behaviour of zinc rich epoxy paint in 3% NaCl sol...Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) in the l00 kHz-10 mHz frequency range was employed as the main electrochemical technique to study the corrosion protection behaviour of zinc rich epoxy paint in 3% NaCl solution. The EIS results obtained at the open-circuit corrosion potential have been interpreted using a model involving the impedance of particle to particle contact to account for the increasing resistance between zinc particles with immersion period, in addition to the impedance due to the zinc surface oxide layer and the electrical resistivity of the binder. Galvanic current and dc potential measurements allowed us to conclude that the cathodic protection effect of the paint takes some time to be achieved. The loss of cathodic protection is due to a double effect: the decrease of the Zn/Fe area ratio due to Zn corrosion and the loss of electric contact between Zn to Zn particles. Even when the cathodic protection effect by Zn dust become weak, the substrate steel is still protected against corrosion due to the barrier nature of the ZRP film reinforced by Zn.展开更多
The influence of surface roughness on the performance of zinc rich paint(ZRP) coatings was studied. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy(EIS) measurements were used to assess the corrosion prevention performance of ...The influence of surface roughness on the performance of zinc rich paint(ZRP) coatings was studied. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy(EIS) measurements were used to assess the corrosion prevention performance of the ZRP coatings. Furthermore, the EIS data of the steel ZRP sea water system were interpreted according to equivalent circuit models and the corresponding parameters were derived to assess the coating deterioration with time. The results show that the rougher surface favors better protection effect of the ZRP coatings. The protection potential of ZRP coatings for the standards and codes of practice is -0.78 V(vs SCE).展开更多
Performance comparisons between organic and inorganic zinc rich paints (ZRPs) were carried out. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) measurements were used to assess the corrosion prevention performance of the...Performance comparisons between organic and inorganic zinc rich paints (ZRPs) were carried out. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) measurements were used to assess the corrosion prevention performance of the ZRP coatings. The results show that during the cathodic protection period the potentials of the epoxy systems are less negative than those of the silicate system. For the zinc rich ethyl silicate paints, the initial values of the resistance through the binder and the charge transfer resistance associated with zinc dissolution are several orders of magnitude lower than those of the organic zinc paints, while the initial values of the capacitance due to the binder layer between Zn dust and the double layer capacitance for zinc dissolution are several orders of magnitude higher than those of the organic zinc paints. Furthermore, the deterioration with time of capability of the zinc particles in the paint to provide cathodic protection to the steel was interpreted.展开更多
The present article reports the application of zinc ethyl silicate paint and the use of internal and external paint schemes on carbon steel spheres for the storage of liquefied petroleum gas. The new paint scheme elim...The present article reports the application of zinc ethyl silicate paint and the use of internal and external paint schemes on carbon steel spheres for the storage of liquefied petroleum gas. The new paint scheme eliminates the steps of blasting in the field and minimizes the collection of waste generated and the environmental impact, reducing the service time onsite and therefore providing a productivity gain and better health and cleanliness at work. The results were obtained through test runs and qualified in bodies-of-proof made with the same characteristics as the sphere, that is, using the same material (carbon steel), thickness, and mechanical formation and subject to the same conditions of design and implementation process. The paint scheme was approved, qualified, and committed to the supplier’s warranty with the paint manufacturer and assembler of the storage spheres for liquefied petroleum gas.展开更多
Pre-painted steel is one of the most important structural material of the 20th century well known for its excellent corrosion resistance and wide ranging applications.A typical pre-painted steel usually consists of a ...Pre-painted steel is one of the most important structural material of the 20th century well known for its excellent corrosion resistance and wide ranging applications.A typical pre-painted steel usually consists of a layer of metal coating system,preferably zinc or zinc alloy coating and a combination of layers of inorganic - organic coatings usually referred to as paint system.The corrosion resistance of the metal coating as well as the paint system may vary considerably based on their composition and the environment.For optimal corrosion performance of pre-painted steel,a judicious selection of both metal and inorganic-organic coating systems are essential.This paper reviews different types of possible corrosion issues in pre-painted steels and methods to optimise their performance.展开更多
文摘Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) in the l00 kHz-10 mHz frequency range was employed as the main electrochemical technique to study the corrosion protection behaviour of zinc rich epoxy paint in 3% NaCl solution. The EIS results obtained at the open-circuit corrosion potential have been interpreted using a model involving the impedance of particle to particle contact to account for the increasing resistance between zinc particles with immersion period, in addition to the impedance due to the zinc surface oxide layer and the electrical resistivity of the binder. Galvanic current and dc potential measurements allowed us to conclude that the cathodic protection effect of the paint takes some time to be achieved. The loss of cathodic protection is due to a double effect: the decrease of the Zn/Fe area ratio due to Zn corrosion and the loss of electric contact between Zn to Zn particles. Even when the cathodic protection effect by Zn dust become weak, the substrate steel is still protected against corrosion due to the barrier nature of the ZRP film reinforced by Zn.
文摘The influence of surface roughness on the performance of zinc rich paint(ZRP) coatings was studied. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy(EIS) measurements were used to assess the corrosion prevention performance of the ZRP coatings. Furthermore, the EIS data of the steel ZRP sea water system were interpreted according to equivalent circuit models and the corresponding parameters were derived to assess the coating deterioration with time. The results show that the rougher surface favors better protection effect of the ZRP coatings. The protection potential of ZRP coatings for the standards and codes of practice is -0.78 V(vs SCE).
文摘Performance comparisons between organic and inorganic zinc rich paints (ZRPs) were carried out. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) measurements were used to assess the corrosion prevention performance of the ZRP coatings. The results show that during the cathodic protection period the potentials of the epoxy systems are less negative than those of the silicate system. For the zinc rich ethyl silicate paints, the initial values of the resistance through the binder and the charge transfer resistance associated with zinc dissolution are several orders of magnitude lower than those of the organic zinc paints, while the initial values of the capacitance due to the binder layer between Zn dust and the double layer capacitance for zinc dissolution are several orders of magnitude higher than those of the organic zinc paints. Furthermore, the deterioration with time of capability of the zinc particles in the paint to provide cathodic protection to the steel was interpreted.
文摘The present article reports the application of zinc ethyl silicate paint and the use of internal and external paint schemes on carbon steel spheres for the storage of liquefied petroleum gas. The new paint scheme eliminates the steps of blasting in the field and minimizes the collection of waste generated and the environmental impact, reducing the service time onsite and therefore providing a productivity gain and better health and cleanliness at work. The results were obtained through test runs and qualified in bodies-of-proof made with the same characteristics as the sphere, that is, using the same material (carbon steel), thickness, and mechanical formation and subject to the same conditions of design and implementation process. The paint scheme was approved, qualified, and committed to the supplier’s warranty with the paint manufacturer and assembler of the storage spheres for liquefied petroleum gas.
文摘Pre-painted steel is one of the most important structural material of the 20th century well known for its excellent corrosion resistance and wide ranging applications.A typical pre-painted steel usually consists of a layer of metal coating system,preferably zinc or zinc alloy coating and a combination of layers of inorganic - organic coatings usually referred to as paint system.The corrosion resistance of the metal coating as well as the paint system may vary considerably based on their composition and the environment.For optimal corrosion performance of pre-painted steel,a judicious selection of both metal and inorganic-organic coating systems are essential.This paper reviews different types of possible corrosion issues in pre-painted steels and methods to optimise their performance.