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Galling of Stainless Steel Threaded Plugs
We have a number of 2205 duplex heat exchangers in our facility that have 316 stainless steel threaded plugs incorporated into their design. These exchangers operate at approximately 300°F, is anyone aware of experiences whereby plugs in this type of service leak? Also, Does anyone have any...- alloy2205
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NACE Soda Ash Wash Protection Against PTA SCC
In the NACE RP0170 they recommend the use of an alkaline surfactant when using a soda ash wash solution to promote penetration of coke, scale, or oil films. My question is, what is an alkaline surfactant?- alloy2205
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Heat Tint On Duplex Stainless Steel
I am working on a project which utilizes 2205 duplex stainless steel, my question involves heat tint. Most literature I have read on the subject specifies that heat tint must be removed from welds that are exposed to the process fluid. However, experienced and successful fabricators have...- alloy2205
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