2. Principles of corrosion resistance
In this paper, we propose to detail the various aspects of the corrosion behavior of titanium and its alloys, and the argument will be based on the following principles:
Titanium oxidizes easily, and it is the oxide layer that protects it;
anything that damages this layer will cause the titanium to corrode;
anything that helps preserve or reform this layer is beneficial.
The use of titanium and its alloys is also governed by :
the mechanical strength required for the intended application;
environment of use.
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Norms and standards (non-exhaustive list)
- Standard Specification for Titanium and Titanium Alloy Strip, Sheet, and Plate - ASTM B265-11 -
- Standard Specification for Titanium and Titanium Alloy Bars and Billets - ASTM B348-11 -
- Standard Specification for Seamless and Welded Titanium and Titanium Alloy Tubes for Condensers and Heat Exchangers - ASTM B338-10 e1 -
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French Titanium Association http://www.titane.asso.fr
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Publication by Pierre-François Louvigné DGA and annual presentation at the Journées Technologiques du Titane, organized by the French Titanium Association.
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