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weathering steel vs galvanized
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weathering steel vs galvanized

weathering steel vs galvanized

(OP)
any experience with corrosion of weathering steel

RE: weathering steel vs galvanized

RUS Bulletin 1724E-214 (starting on page A-13) has a nice discussion on weathering vs. galvanized steel.

RE: weathering steel vs galvanized

Lewis,
Can you be more specific about what you are looking for?  There have been bad experiences with weathering steel towers.  Weathering steel poles have seen alot of use.  Some people prefer them.  I think there are several precautions that need to be observed when using weathering steel.  Depends on your application.

I used to work with a Lewis Wiles.  Ever work in Springfield MO?

RE: weathering steel vs galvanized

(OP)
Mike Brown,

Yes, this is Lewis Wiles formerly of Srpingfield.  I hope you are doing well.

Lewis

RE: weathering steel vs galvanized

As for the weathering steel, USSteel put out several papers on it when it was introduced.  They issued several warnings about the use of it that the utility industry has forgotten.  Treated lumber should not be used in contact with weathering steel and it should not be used in areas where the water table may higher than the but of the pole.  Poles should be sealed or adequately ventilated to ensure the patena forms completely on the inside as it does the outside.  There does not seem to be a consensus on what constitutes adequate ventilation and it may depend on if you are in a very dry climate or a humid one.  Poles should be protected from tall grass, weeds, or brush that may rub against the pole and damage the patena.

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