Passivation Applications
Passivation is a crucial process for enhancing the longevity and performance of stainless steel components. This chemical treatment process significantly improves the corrosion resistance of stainless steel, making it indispensable in various industries.
Passivation is used for:
- Increasing corrosion resistance: Passivation fortifies the natural protective oxide layer on stainless steel, providing exceptional resistance to rust and corrosion. This process is critical for ensuring that stainless steel components perform reliably in even the harshest environments.
- Removing foreign matter and free irons: During manufacturing, stainless steel surfaces can become contaminated with foreign materials and free iron particles. Passivation effectively removes these contaminants, safeguarding the purity and integrity of the stainless steel, which is crucial for maintaining its performance and longevity.
- Removing weld scale: Welding often leads to discoloration and oxidation, known as weld scale, which can compromise the surface quality of stainless steel. Passivation efficiently removes this weld scale, restoring the metal to its optimal condition and ensuring it retains its corrosion-resistant properties.
Passivation Standard
Our passivation process adheres to the highest industry standards to ensure the best quality and performance:
- QQ-P-35 Type II & VI: Meets federal specifications for the passivation of stainless steel, ensuring reliable and consistent results.
- ASTM A380: Complies with the standard practices for cleaning, descaling, and passivation of stainless steel parts.
- ASTM A967: Adheres to the specifications for chemical passivation treatments for stainless steel parts.
- AMS-2700: Follows the aerospace material specifications for passivation, ensuring high-quality results for aerospace applications.
Passivation Capabilities
We have the capacity to handle a wide range of parts and components with our spacious passivation tanks:
- Tank size: Our largest tank measures 6ft. x 30in. x 5ft., allowing us to accommodate both small and large parts efficiently.
More About Passivation
Passivation is a surface treatment that enhances the performance of stainless steel without altering its appearance. This non-destructive process ensures that the metal retains its original look while gaining enhanced protective properties.
Why CMT for Passivation?
- Quality assurance: Our adherence to stringent industry standards ensures that our passivated parts meet the highest quality and performance criteria.
- Advanced facilities: Equipped with state-of-the-art passivation tanks and equipment, we handle projects of varying sizes and complexities with precision and efficiency.
- Customization options: We offer flexible solutions to match your exact specifications, ensuring the best results for your stainless steel components.
