Use and Limitations of Electrochemical Techniques for Investigating Microbiological Corrosion

CORROSION ◽  
1991 ◽  
Vol 47 (4) ◽  
pp. 308-318 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. C. Dexter ◽  
D. J. Duquette ◽  
O. W. Siebert ◽  
H. A. Videla
Keyword(s):  
Electrical Resistance ◽  
Polarization Resistance ◽  
Electrochemical Noise ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion ◽  
Microbiological Corrosion ◽  
Pitting Potential ◽  
Linear Polarization Resistance ◽  
Cell Current

Abstract Electrochemical techniques such as: corrosion and critical pitting potential measurements, direct current potentiostatic and potentiodynamic polarization, linear polarization resistance, split-cell current measurements, electrochemical impedance, electrochemical noise, and electrical resistance probes are evaluated for use in investigating microbiologically influenced corrosion. Examples are given to illustrate the capabilities and limitations of each technique.

scholarly journals Corrosion Performance of AISI-309 Exposed to Molten Salts V2O5-Na2SO4at 700°C Applying EIS andRpElectrochemical Techniques

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. F. Diaz ◽  
C. Cuevas-Arteaga ◽  
N. Flores-García ◽  
S. Mejía Sintillo ◽  
O. Sotelo-Mazón
Keyword(s):  
Molten Salts ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Metallic Surface ◽  
Corrosion Performance ◽  
Potentiodynamic Polarization Curve ◽  
Linear Polarization Resistance ◽  
Second Stage ◽  
Tafel Slopes ◽  
Bode Plots

The corrosion performance of AISI-309 exposed 5 days to molten salts 50 mol% V2O5-50 mol% Na2SO4at 700°C is reported in this paper. Such evaluation was made using three electrochemical techniques: potentiodynamic polarization curve (PC), electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and linear polarization resistance (Rp). FromPC, the Tafel slopes,Icorr, andEcorrwere obtained. From Nyquist and Bode plots, it was possible to determine two different stages; the first one showed just one loop, which indicated the initial formation of Cr2O3layer over the metallic surface; after that, the dissolution of Cr2O3formed a porous layer, which became part of the corrosion products; at the same time a NiO layer combined with sulfur was forming, which was suggested as the second stage, represented by two capacitive loops. EIS plots were in agreement with the physical characterization made from SEM and EDS analyses. Fitting of EIS experimental data allowed us to propose two electrical circuits, being in concordance with the corrosion stages. Parameters obtained from the simulation of EIS data are also reported. From the results, it was stated that AISI-309 suffered intergranular corrosion due to the presence of sulfur, which diffused to the metallic surface through a porous Cr2O3layer.

scholarly journals Corrosion Behavior of Al in Ethanol–Gasoline Blends

Energies ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (21) ◽  
pp. 5544
Author(s):  
Alfredo Brito-Franco ◽  
Jorge Uruchurtu ◽  
Isai Rosales-Cadena ◽  
Roy Lopez-Sesenes ◽  
Sergio Alonso Serna-Barquera ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Behavior ◽  
Sugar Cane ◽  
Electrochemical Noise ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Pure Aluminum ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Intermediate Compound ◽  
Corrosion Process ◽  
Corrosion Rates ◽  
Adsorption Desorption

The corrosion behavior of pure aluminum (Al) in 20 v/v% ethanol–gasoline blends has been studied using electrochemical techniques. Ethanol was obtained from different fruits including sugar cane, oranges, apples, or mangos, whereas other techniques included lineal polarization resistance, electrochemical noise, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy for 90 days. Results have shown that corrosion rates for Al in all the blends were higher than that obtained in gasoline. In addition, the highest corrosion rate was obtained in the blend containing ethanol obtained from sugar cane. The corrosion process was under charge transfer control in all blends; however, for some exposure times, it was under the adsorption/desorption control of an intermediate compound. Al was susceptible to a localized, plotting type of corrosion in all blends, but they were bigger in size and in number in the blend containing ethanol obtained from sugar cane.

Electrochemical Investigation of the Effects of Acid Concentration and Dissolved Oxygen on the Corrosion Behavior of Austenitic Low-Nickel Stainless Steels in Citric Acid

2016 ◽  
Vol 835 ◽  
pp. 115-120
Author(s):  
Francis Mulimbayan ◽  
Manolo G. Mena
Keyword(s):  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
Citric Acid ◽  
Dissolved Oxygen ◽  
Corrosion Behavior ◽  
Polarization Resistance ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Human Consumption ◽  
Face Centered Cubic

All materials which are intended to have in contact with food and other commodities produced or processed for human consumption are called food contact materials (FCM’s). Stainless steel (SS) – a widely known metallic FCM is used mainly in processing equipment, containers and household utensils. It is known for having numerous industrial and domestic applications worldwide due to its special characteristics of having notable corrosion resistance. However, this corrosion resistance is not all-encompassing since SS may still undergo degradation when subjected to a specific corrosion-inducing environment. SS may be classified according to its microstructure. If the atoms which make up the SS can be viewed as having a face-centered cubic structure, then the alloy is said to be austenitic. This SS grades include the conventional 300-series and the newly-developed 200-series. The former has superior corrosion resistance while the latter is far cheaper. In this study, the corrosion behavior of AISI 202 SS in two different levels of dissolved oxygen (O2) and three acid concentrations was investigated using electrochemical techniques, namely, open-circuit potential (OCP) measurements and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). As the concentration of citric acid is increased, the measured OCP values of the alloy decreased and the polarization resistance (Rp) decreased, indicating decrease in alloy stability and decline in the corrosion resistance, respectively. With regards to effects of dissolved O2, results revealed that increasing the level of dissolved O2 has consequently increased the polarization resistance and shifted the OCP to more positive values. All the generated Nyquist plots exhibited a depressed capacitive loops indicating that corrosion in the designated solution occurred with charge transfer as the rate-determining step.

Evaluation of Polymeric Coatings in CO2 Containing Environment

2019 ◽  
Vol 965 ◽  
pp. 133-141
Author(s):  
Rayane Z.C. Demoner ◽  
Alexandre R.P. Castro ◽  
Adriana L. Barros ◽  
J.P. Quintela ◽  
Jefferson R. de Oliveira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Polymeric Coating ◽  
Metallic Surface ◽  
Polymeric Coatings ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Linear Polarization Resistance ◽  
Weight Loss Method ◽  
Loss Method

Two types of polymeric coating were applied on an AISI 1020 steel, where one of them was reinforced by carbon nanotubes, with the objective of protection against corrosion in a medium containing saline solution, NaCl 3% wt satured with CO2, at 75 bar and tested at 50oC and 75oC for 360 hours. Electrochemical techniques, such as Linear Polarization Resistance, (LPR), Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS), Tafel curves and weight loss method, were used for coating evaluation performance. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) were used to determine both the morphology and chemical composition of the layer formed on the analyzed surfaces. The coating adhesion to metallic surface was evaluated using pull-off test according to ASTM D4541-09. For the studied conditions, the results obtained showed that there was no adequate coating protection, occurring failures and indicating that both coatings may not be used in the tested conditions.

Effects of Different Ions on the Corrosion Behavior of SM 80SS Tubing Steel in CO2/H2S Containing Aqueous Solution

2013 ◽  
Vol 734-737 ◽  
pp. 1367-1373
Author(s):  
Guan Fa Lin ◽  
Xun Chang Dong ◽  
Shi Dong Zhu ◽  
Zhen Quan Bai
Keyword(s):  
Aqueous Solution ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Corrosion Behavior ◽  
Polarization Resistance ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Reaction ◽  
Initial Period ◽  
Activation Reaction ◽  
Linear Polarization Resistance

As an attempt to contribute to the understanding of the corrosion processes of anti-sulfur steel in CO2and H2S containing environment with different species, the corrosion behavior of SM 80SS tubing steel immersed in CO2and H2S containing solution was analyzed in this work. To determine the corrosion behavior of SM80SS steel, the linear polarization resistance (LPR) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) techniques were used, as well as weight loss test and surface analysis. The results showed that the presence of Cl-quickened the anodic dissolution processes and rapidly increased the corrosion rate of SM 80SS steel, and that the addition of Ca2+and Mg2+reduced corrosion rate. The corrosion processes of SM 80SS steel were controlled by the electrochemical reaction in the initial period and then converted to be controlled by electrochemical and activation reaction with increasing Cl-. Keywords: SM 80SS tubing steel; CO2/H2S corrosion; EIS; Chloride; Ca2++ Mg2+

Corrosion Behavior of Al-Sn-Bi Alloys in Ethylene Glycol-Water Mixtures

CORROSION ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 68 (5) ◽  
pp. 421-431
Author(s):  
J.L. Gama-Ferrer ◽  
J.G. Gonzalez-Rodriguez ◽  
I. Rosales ◽  
J. Uruchurtu
Keyword(s):  
Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy ◽  
Impedance Spectroscopy ◽  
Corrosion Rate ◽  
Ethylene Glycol ◽  
Corrosion Behavior ◽  
Potentiodynamic Polarization ◽  
Electrochemical Noise ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Potentiodynamic Polarization Curves

A study of the effect of Sn (1, 2, 3.5, 4.5, and 5 wt%) and Bi (0.5, 1.5, 3, and 4%) on the corrosion behavior of Al in ethylene glycol (C2H6O2)-40% water mixtures at 20, 40, and 60°C has been carried out using electrochemical techniques. Techniques include potentiodynamic polarization curves, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and electrochemical noise (EN) measurements. The three techniques have shown that additions of either Sn or Bi contents increased the corrosion rate of pure Al in all cases, and that generally speaking, the corrosion rate increased by increasing the temperature except for the alloy containing 1% Sn + 4% Bi, which showed the lowest corrosion rate at 60°C. This was because of a galvanic effect from the presence of Sn and/or Bi particles on the surface alloy, which acted as local cathodes, leading to an acceleration of corrosion. Nyquist diagrams showed two semicircles at 20°C and only one at 40°C or 60°C for all the alloys, showing two different corrosion-controlling mechanisms. EN measurements showed evidence of a mixture of both localized and uniform types of corrosion for all Al-based alloys.

scholarly journals Electrochemical and surface analytical techniques applied to microbiologically influenced corrosion investigation

2018 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 349-363 ◽  
Author(s):  
László Trif ◽  
Abdul Shaban ◽  
Judit Telegdi
Keyword(s):  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Laser Scanning ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Analytical Techniques ◽  
Laser Scanning Microscopy ◽  
Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion ◽  
Microbial Consortia ◽  
Confocal Laser ◽  
The Impact

AbstractSuitable application of techniques for detection and monitoring of microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) is crucial for understanding the mechanisms of the interactions and for selecting inhibition and control approaches. This paper presents a review of the application of electrochemical and surface analytical techniques in studying the MIC process of metals and their alloys. Conventional electrochemical techniques, such as corrosion potential (Ecorr), redox potential, dual-cell technique, polarization curves, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), electrochemical noise (EN) analysis, and microelectrode techniques, are discussed, with examples of their use in various MIC studies. Electrochemical quartz crystal microbalance, which is newly used in MIC study, is also discussed. Microscopic techniques [scanning electron microscopy (SEM), environmental SEM (ESEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), confocal laser microscopy (CLM), confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM), confocal Raman microscopy] and spectroscopic analytical methods [Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS)] are also highlighted. This review highlights the heterogeneous characteristics of microbial consortia and use of special techniques to study their probable effects on the metal substrata. The aim of this review is to motivate using a combination of new procedures for research and practical measurement and calculation of the impact of MIC and biofilms on metals and their alloys.

scholarly journals Effect of Nd3+ Ion Concentration on the Corrosion Resistance of API X70 Steel in Chloride-Rich Environments

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. M. Martinez de la Escalera ◽  
J. J. Ramos-Hernandez ◽  
E. Porcayo-Palafox ◽  
J. Porcayo-Calderon ◽  
J. G. Gonzalez-Rodriguez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Open Circuit Potential ◽  
Inhibition Efficiency ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Protective Layer ◽  
Open Circuit ◽  
Chloride Ions ◽  
Ion Concentration ◽  
Linear Polarization Resistance ◽  
Potentiodynamic Polarization Curves

In this study, the effect of the addition of Nd3+ ions as a corrosion inhibitor of the API X70 steel in a medium rich in chlorides was evaluated. The performance of the Nd3+ ions was evaluated by means of electrochemical techniques such as potentiodynamic polarization curves, open circuit potential measurements, linear polarization resistance, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, as well as by means of scanning electron microscopy and EDS measurements. The results showed that Nd3+ ions reduce the corrosion rate of steel at concentrations as low as 0.001 M Nd3+. At higher concentrations, the inhibition efficiency was only slightly affected although the concentration of chloride ions was increased by the addition of the inhibitor. The adsorption of the Nd3+ ions promotes the formation of a protective layer of oxides/hydroxides on the metal surface, thereby reducing the exchange rate of electrons. Nd3+ ions act as a mixed inhibitor with a strong predominant cathodic effect.

scholarly journals Corrosion and Corrosion Inhibition of High Strength Low Alloy Steel in 2.0 M Sulfuric Acid Solutions by 3-Amino-1,2,3-triazole as a Corrosion Inhibitor

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
El-Sayed M. Sherif ◽  
Adel Taha Abbas ◽  
D. Gopi ◽  
A. M. El-Shamy
Keyword(s):  
Sulfuric Acid ◽  
Corrosion Inhibition ◽  
Polarization Resistance ◽  
Immersion Time ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Hsla Steel ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
High Strength ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Sulfuric Acid Solutions

The corrosion and corrosion inhibition of high strength low alloy (HSLA) steel after 10 min and 60 min immersion in 2.0 M H2SO4solution by 3-amino-1,2,4-triazole (ATA) were reported. Several electrochemical techniques along with scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive X-ray (EDS) were employed. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy indicated that the increase of immersion time from 10 min to 60 min significantly decreased both the solution and polarization resistance for the steel in the sulfuric acid solution. The increase of immersion time increased the anodic, cathodic, and corrosion currents, while it decreased the polarization resistance as indicated by the potentiodynamic polarization measurements. The addition of 1.0 mM ATA remarkably decreased the corrosion of the steel and this effect was found to increase with increasing its concentration to 5.0 mM. SEM and EDS investigations confirmed that the inhibition of the HSLA steel in the 2.0 M H2SO4solutions is achieved via the adsorption of the ATA molecules onto the steel protecting its surface from being dissolved easily.

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