Passivation Applications
Passivation is an essential chemical treatment process that enhances the corrosion resistance of stainless steel, ensuring its long-term durability and performance. This process is vital across various industries where stainless steel components are exposed to demanding environments, providing reliable protection and extended lifespan.
Benefits of Passivation:
- Increasing Corrosion Resistance
Passivation enhances the natural protective oxide layer on stainless steel, delivering exceptional resistance to rust and corrosion. This is crucial for ensuring stainless steel components perform reliably, even in harsh environments. - Removing Foreign Matter and Free Irons
During manufacturing, stainless steel surfaces can be contaminated with foreign materials and free iron particles. Passivation effectively eliminates these impurities, preserving the purity and integrity of the stainless steel and ensuring its longevity and optimal performance. - Eliminating Weld Scale
Welding can leave discoloration and oxidation (weld scale) on stainless steel, potentially compromising its surface quality. Passivation efficiently removes weld scale, restoring the metal’s surface to its best condition and maintaining its corrosion-resistant properties.
Passivation Standard
Consolidated Metal Technologies (CMT) 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: Enhanced Protection Without Compromise
Passivation is a non-destructive surface treatment that enhances the corrosion resistance of stainless steel while preserving its original appearance.
Why Choose CMT for Passivation?
- Quality Assurance: We meet stringent industry standards, delivering passivated parts that ensure top-tier quality and performance.
- Advanced Facilities: Our state-of-the-art passivation tanks and equipment handle projects of all sizes with precision and efficiency.
- Customized Solutions: Flexible options tailored to your specifications for optimal results on your stainless steel components.
