ShareMeniscus galvanic corrosion: a source of refrigerant leakage.
Author(s) : LIEBERMAN E.
Type of article: Article
Summary
The article describes a form of galvanic corrosion that can develop between closely spaced, but non-contacting, aluminum and copper tubing used in refrigeration applications. It results in a pin hole developing in the aluminum tubing, causing a complete loss of refrigerant.
Details
- Original title: Meniscus galvanic corrosion: a source of refrigerant leakage.
- Record ID : 1996-2219
- Languages: English
- Source: Air Cond. Heat. Refrig. News - vol. 196 - n. 16
- Publication date: 1995/12/18
- Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.
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Indexing
- Themes: Refrigerant circulation: piping, control, automation, safety
- Keywords: Refrigerating circuit; Copper; Tube; Aluminium; Corrosion; Leakage
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