Surface characterisation and crevice corrosion behaviour of nickel-based alloys in the paper industry

Recycled water in the paper industry acts as a stronger electrolyte as its concentration and temperature are quite high. The lower pH that exists in these solutions enhances the corrosion and the high concentration of solids leads to leaching of metal ions from surface. Crevice corrosion is a form of localised attack, which can quickly induce metal perforation even with high grade stainless steels like 316L when the protective chromium oxide...