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A STUDY OF METHODS FOR PREVENTION OF CHLORIDE STRESS CORROSION OF AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STEEL. Progress Report II. Memo Report 134

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:4273467
Stainless steels are susceptible to stress corrosion cracking when exposed to chloride-bearing water. The cracking of nuclear naval vessel piping could be produced from bilge water splashing insulated piping, penetrating the insulation, and eventually contacting the pipe wall. An investigation of the occurrence of chloride stress corrosion of Type 304 stainless steel pipe from this action and an evaluation of methods which will inhibit attack were made. A solution to the problem is being sought by experimental procedure and from a survey of industrial experience. (auth)
Research Organization:
MSA Research Corp., Callery, Penna.
NSA Number:
NSA-13-011862
OSTI ID:
4273467
Report Number(s):
NP-7435
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English