Corrosion of metals and alloys - Vocabulary (ISO 8044:2020)

EN-ISO 8044 defines terms relating to corrosion that are widely used in modern science and technology. In addition, some definitions are supplemented with short explanations.

Korrosion von Metallen und Legierungen - Grundbegriffe (ISO 8044:2020)

Dieses Dokument definiert Korrosionsbegriffe, die in der modernen Wissenschaft und Technologie weit verbreitet benutzt werden. In Ergänzung dazu sind einige Definitionen mit kurzen Erklärungen versehen.
ANMERKUNG 1 In diesem Dokument werden die IUPAC-Empfehlungen für das Vorzeichen des Elektrodenpotentials beachtet. Der Begriff „Metall“ wird so verwendet, dass er Legierungen und andere metallene Werkstoffe einschließt.
ANMERKUNG 2 Für Begriffe und Definitionen im Zusammenhang mit der anorganischen Oberflächenbehandlung von Metallen gilt ISO 2080.

Corrosion des métaux et alliages - Vocabulaire (ISO 8044:2020)

Le présent document définit les termes relatifs à la corrosion qui sont largement employés dans les sciences et techniques modernes. Certaines définitions sont complétées par de brèves explications.
NOTE 1  Dans tout le document, on applique les conventions de l'IUPAC concernant le signe des potentiels d'électrode. Le terme «métal» est utilisé aussi pour désigner les alliages et autres matériaux métalliques.
NOTE 2  Les termes et définitions relatifs au traitement de surface des métaux avec des revêtements inorganiques sont donnés dans l'ISO 2080.

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Korozija kovin in zlitin - Slovar (ISO 8044:2020)
Corrosion of metals and alloys - Vocabulary (ISO 8044:2020)
Korrosion von Metallen und Legierungen - Grundbegriffe (ISO 8044:2020)
Corrosion des métaux et alliages - Vocabulaire (ISO 8044:2020)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 8044:2020
ICS:
01.040.77 Metalurgija (Slovarji) Metallurgy (Vocabularies)
77.060 Korozija kovin Corrosion of metals
SIST EN ISO 8044:2020 en
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EN ISO 8044
EUROPEAN STANDARD

NORME EUROPÉENNE

February 2020
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 01.040.77; 77.060 Supersedes EN ISO 8044:2015
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Corrosion of metals and alloys - Vocabulary (ISO
8044:2020)
Corrosion des métaux et alliages - Vocabulaire (ISO Korrosion von Metallen und Legierungen -
8044:2020) Grundbegriffe (ISO 8044:2020)
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European foreword
This document (EN ISO 8044:2020) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 156 "Corrosion
of metals and alloys" in collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 262 “Metallic and other
inorganic coatings, including for corrosion protection and corrosion testing of metals and alloys” the
secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by August 2020, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by August 2020.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN ISO 8044:2015.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the
United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 8044:2020 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 8044:2020 without any modification.

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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 8044
Fifth edition
2020-02
Corrosion of metals and alloys —
Vocabulary
Corrosion des métaux et alliages — Vocabulaire
Reference number
ISO 8044:2020(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms related to corrosion in general . 1
4 Terms related to types of corrosion . 4
5 Terms related to corrosion protection . 9
6 Terms related to corrosion testing .11
7 Terms related to electrochemical matters .12
7.1 The electrochemical cell .12
7.2 Reaction rates .16
7.3 Passivation .17
7.4 Electrochemical protection .19
7.5 Electrochemical corrosion tests .20
Annex A (informative) Graphical representations of certain terms .22
Bibliography .24
Index .25
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Foreword
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Introduction
The definitions in this document have been drawn up with the objective of achieving a proper balance
between precision and simplicity. The main objective of this document is to provide definitions that
can be understood to have the same meaning by all concerned. Some corrosion terms in present use
have developed through common usage and are not always logical. It has not, therefore, been possible
to define certain terms in the form they are used in some countries. Because of the occasional conflicts
between tradition and logic, some definitions inevitably represent a compromise.
An example of this kind of conflict is the term “corrosion”. This has been used to mean the process,
results of the process and damage caused by the process. In this document, corrosion is understood
to mean the process. Any detectable result of corrosion in any part of a corrosion system is termed
“corrosion effect”. The term “corrosion damage” covers any impairment of the function of the technical
system of which the metal and the environment form a part. Consequently, the term “corrosion
protection” implies that the important thing is to avoid corrosion damage rather than to prevent
corrosion, which in many cases is impossible and sometimes not necessary.
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Corrosion of metals and alloys — Vocabulary
1 Scope
This document defines terms relating to corrosion that are widely used in modern science and
technology. In addition, some definitions are supplemented with short explanations.
NOTE 1 Throughout the document, IUPAC rules for electrode potential signs are applied. The term “metal” is
also used to include alloys and other metallic materials.
NOTE 2 Terms and definitions related to the inorganic surface treatment of metals are given in ISO 2080.
2 Normative references
There are no normative references in this document.
3 Terms related to corrosion in general
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at http:// www .electropedia .org/
3.1
corrosion
physicochemical interaction between a metallic material and its environment that results in changes in
the properties of the metal, and that may lead to significant impairment of the function of the metal, the
environment or the technical system, of which these form a part
Note 1 to entry: This interaction is often of an electrochemical nature.
3.2
corrosive agent
substance that will initiate or promote corrosion (3.1) when in contact with a given metal
3.3
corrosive environment
environment that contains one or more corrosive agents (3.2)
3.4
corrosion system
system consisting of one or more metals and those parts of the environment that influence corrosion (3.1)
Note 1 to entry: Parts of the environment may be, for example, coatings, surface layers or additional electrodes
(7.1.2).
3.5
corrosion effect
change in any part of the corrosion system (3.4) caused by corrosion (3.1)
3.6
corrosion damage
corrosion effect (3.5) that causes impairment of the function of the metal, the environment or the
technical system, of which these form a part
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3.7
corrosion failure
corrosion damage (3.6) characterized by the total loss of function of the technical system
3.8
corrosion product
substance formed as a result of corrosion (3.1)
3.9
scale
solid layer of corrosion products (3.8) formed on a metal at high temperature
Note 1 to entry: The term “scale” is also used in some countries for deposits from supersaturated water.
3.10
rust
visible corrosion products (3.8) consisting mainly of hydrated iron oxides
3.11
corrosion depth
distance between a point on the surface of a metal affected by corrosion (3.1) and the original surface
of the metal
3.12
corrosion rate
corrosion effect (3.5) on a metal per unit time
Note 1 to entry: The unit used to express the corrosion rate depends on the technical system and on the type of
corrosion effect. Thus, corrosion rate is typically expressed as an increase in corrosion depth (3.11) per unit time,
or the mass of metal turned into corrosion products (3.8) per area of surface and per unit time, etc. The corrosion
effect may vary with time and may not be the same at all points of the corroding surface. Therefore, reports
of corrosion rates are typically accompanied by information on the type, time dependency and location of the
corrosion effect.
3.13
corrosion resistance
ability of a metal to maintain serviceability (3.16) in a given corrosion system (3.4)
3.14
corrosivity
ability of an environment to cause corrosion (3.1) of a metal in a given corrosion system (3.4)
3.15
corrosion likelihood
qualitative and/or quantitative expression of the expected corrosion effects (3.5) in a defined corrosion
system (3.4)
3.16
serviceability
ability of a corrosion system (3.4) to perform its specified functions without impairment
due to corrosion (3.1)
3.17
durability
ability of a corrosion system (3.4) to maintain serviceability (3.16) over a specified time
when the specified requirements for use and maintenance have been fulfilled
3.18
service life
time during which a corrosion system (3.4) meets the requirements for serviceability (3.16)
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3.19
critical humidity
value of the relative humidity of an atmosphere above which there is a sharp increase in the corrosion
rate (3.12) of a given metal
3.20
corrosion attack
corrosion effect (3.5) that is detrimental but has not progressed to the point of impairment of the
function of the metal, the environment or the technical system, of which these form a part
3.21
pickling
removal of oxides or other compounds from a metal surface by chemical or electrochemical action
3.22
pitting resistance equivalent number
PREN
indication of the resistance of stainless steels and nickel-based alloys to pitting in the presence of
chloride-containing water
Note 1 to entry: An example formula for PREN is given by
PREN=+%,Cr 33[]()%,Mo ++05()%%WN16()
Note 2 to entry: In general, the higher the PREN the higher the resistance to pitting corrosion (4.15).
3.23
trap
micro structural site at which the residence time for a hydrogen atom is long compared to the residence
time in an interstitial lattice site
3.24
time of wetness
period when a metallic surface is covered by adsorptive and/or liquid films of electrolyte (7.1.1) to be
capable of causing atmospheric corrosion (4.4)
3.25
threshold stress
tensile stress above which stress corrosion cracks initiate and grow for
specified test conditions
3.26
threshold stress intensity factor for stress corrosion cracking
K
ISCC
stress intensity factor above which stress corrosion crack propagation is sustained
Note 1 to entry: The threshold stress intensity factor is a concept of linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM)
and is applicable when the plastic zone size is large compared with the microstructure, the crack is sufficiently
long, and a high constraint to plastic deformation prevails, i.e. under plane strain predominant conditions. For
growing stress corrosion cracks, LEFM is not necessarily applicable in all detail but is adopted as a pragmatic
tool that is commonly used.
Note 2 to entry: Stress corrosion cracks may initiate at a surface or a surface defect and grow in the “small crack”
regime at stress intensity factor levels below the apparent threshold stress intensity factor. Therefore, LEFM is
not applicable in the “small crack” regime.
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4 Terms related to types of corrosion
4.1
electrochemical corrosion
corrosion (3.1) involving at least one anodic reaction (7.1.9) and one cathodic reaction (7.1.6)
4.2
chemical corrosion
corrosion (3.1) not involving an electrochemical reaction
4.3
gaseous corrosion
corrosion (3.1) with dry gas as the corrosive environment (3.3) and without any liquid phase on the
surface of the metal
4.4
atmospheric corrosion
corrosion (3.1) with the earth’s atmosphere at ambient temperature as the corrosive environment (3.3)
4.5
marine corrosion
corrosion (3.1) with sea water as the main agent of the corrosive environment (3.3)
Note 1 to entry: This definition includes both immersed and splash zone conditions.
4.6
underground corrosion
corrosion (3.1) of buried metals, soil being the corrosive environment (3.3)
Note 1 to entry: The term soil includes not only the naturally occurring material but also any other material, such
as ballast and backfill, used to cover a structure.
4.7
bacterial corrosion
microbiologically influenced corrosion (4.37) due to the action of bacteria
4.8
general corrosion
corrosion (3.1) proceeding over the whole surface of the metal exposed to the corrosive environment (3.3)
4.9
uniform corrosion
general corrosion (4.8) proceeding at almost the same rate over the whole surface
4.10
localized corrosion
corrosion (3.1) preferentially concentrated on discrete sites of the metal surface exposed to the corrosive
environment (3.3)
Note 1 to entry: Localized corrosion can result in, for example, pits, cracks or grooves.
4.11
galvanic corrosion
corrosion (3.1) due to the action of a corrosion cell (7.1.13)
Note 1 to entry: The term has often been restricted to the action of bimetallic corrosion cells, i.e. to bimetallic
corrosion (4.12).
4.12
bimetallic corrosion
DEPRECATED: contact corrosion
galvanic corrosion (4.11) where the electrodes (7.1.2) are formed by dissimilar metals
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4.13
impressed current corrosion
electrochemical corrosion (4.1) due to the action of an external source of electric current
4.14
stray-current corrosion
impressed current corrosion (4.13) caused by current flowing through paths other than the intended
circuits
4.15
pitting corrosion
localized corrosion (4.10) resulting in pits, i.e. cavities extending from the surface into the metal
4.16
crevice corrosion
localized corrosion (4.10) associated with, and taking place in or immediately around, a narrow aperture
or clearance formed between the metal surface and another surface (metallic or non-metallic)
4.17
deposit corrosion
localized corrosion (4.10) associated with, and taking place under or immediately around, a deposit of
corrosion products (3.8) or other substance
4.18
water-line corrosion
corrosion (3.1) along, and as a consequence of the presence of, a gas/liquid boundary
4.19
selective corrosion
dealloying
corrosion (3.1) of an alloy whereby the components react in proportions that differ from their
proportions in the alloy
4.20
dezincification of brass
selective corrosion (4.19) of brass resulting in the preferential removal of zinc
4.21
graphitic corrosion
selective corrosion (4.19) of grey cast iron resulting in the partial removal of metallic constituents and
leaving graphite
4.22
intergranular corrosion
corrosion (3.1) in or adjacent to the grain boundaries of a metal
4.23
weld corrosion
corrosion (3.1) associated with the presence of a welded joint and taking place in the weld or its vicinity
4.24
knife-line corrosion
corrosion (3.1) resulting in a narrow slit in or adjacent to the filler/parent boundary of a welded or
brazed joint
4.25
erosion corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (3.1) and erosion
Note 1 to entry: Erosion corrosion can occur in, for example, pipes with high fluid flow velocity and pumps and
pipe lines carrying fluid containing abrasive particles in suspension or entrained in a gas flow.
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4.26
cavitation corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (3.1) and cavitation
Note 1 to entry: Cavitation corrosion can occur, for example, in rotary pumps and on ships’ propellers.
4.27
fretting corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (3.1) and oscillatory slip between two vibrating surfaces in contact
Note 1 to entry: Fretting corrosion can occur, for example, at mechanical joints in vibrating structures.
4.28
wear corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (3.1) and friction between two sliding surfaces in contact
4.29
corrosion fatigue
process involving conjoint corrosion (3.1) and alternating straining of the metal, often leading to
cracking
Note 1 to entry: Corrosion fatigue can occur when a metal is subjected to cyclic straining in a corrosive
environment (3.3).
4.30
stress corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (3.1) and straining of the metal due to applied or residual stress
4.31
stress corrosion cracking
cracking due to stress corrosion (4.30)
4.32
hydrogen embrittlement
process resulting in a decrease of the toughness or ductility of a metal due to absorption of hydrogen
Note 1 to entry: Hydrogen embrittlement often accompanies hydrogen formation, for example, by corrosion (3.1)
or electrolysis, and can lead to cracking.
4.33
blistering
process resulting in a dome-shaped defect visible on the surface of an object and arising from localized
loss of cohesion below the surface
Note 1 to entry: For example, blistering can occur on coated metal due to loss of adhesion between coating and
substrate, caused by accumulation of products from localized corrosion (4.10). On uncoated metal, blistering can
occur due to excessive internal hydrogen pressure.
4.34
spalling
fragmentation and detachment of portions of the surface layer or scale (3.9)
4.35
tarnishing
dulling, staining or discoloration of a metal surface, due to the formation of a thin layer of corrosion
products (3.8)
4.36
aqueous corrosion
corrosion (3.1) with water or a water-based solution as the corrosive environment (3.3)
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4.37
microbiologically influenced corrosion
MIC
corrosion (3.1) influenced by the action of microorganisms
Note 1 to entry: Compare with bacterial corrosion (4.7).
4.38
environmentally assisted cracking
cracking of a susceptible metal or alloy due to the conjoint action of an environment and mechanical stress
4.39
hydrogen-induced cracking
HIC
planar cracking that occurs in metals due to induced stresses when atomic hydrogen diffuses into the
metal and then combines to form molecular hydrogen at trap (3.23) sites
4.40
hydrogen stress cracking
HSC
cracking that results from the presence of hydrogen in a metal and tensile stress (residual or applied
or both)
Note 1 to entry: HSC describes cracking in metals that are not sensitive to sulfide stress corrosion cracking (SSCC)
(4.43) but which may be embrittled by hydrogen when galvanically coupled, as the cathode (7.1.3), to another
metal that is corroding actively as an anode (7.1.4). The term “galvanically induced HSC” has been used for this
mechanism of cracking.
4.41
irradiation-assisted stress corrosion cracking
intergranular cracking of austenitic stainless steels resulting from a reduction in the chromium
concentration in a very narrow band at the grain boundaries following exposure to high neutron
irradiation doses exceeding one displacement per atom, which causes the migration of point defects to
the grain boundaries
4.42
stepwise cracking
SWC
cracking that connects hydrogen-induced cracking (HIC) (4.39) on adjacent planes in a metal
Note 1 to entry: This term describes the crack appearance. The linking of hydrogen-induced cracks to produce
stepwise cracking is dependent upon local strain between the cracks and embrittlement of the surrounding steel
by dissolved hydrogen. HIC/SWC is usually associated with low-strength plate steels used in the production of
pipes and vessels.
4.43
sulfide stress corrosion cracking
SSCC
cracking of metal involving corrosion (3.1) and tensile stress, residual and/or applied, in the presence of
water and hydrogen sulfide
Note 1 to entry: SSCC is a form of hydrogen stress cracking (HSC) (4.40) and involves the embrittlement of
the metal by the atomic hydrogen that is produced by acid corrosion on the metal surface. Hydrogen uptake
is promoted in the presence of sulfides. The atomic hydrogen can diffuse into the metal, reduce ductility and
increase susceptibility to cracking. High strength metallic materials and hard weld zones are prone to SSCC.
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4.44
stress-oriented hydrogen-induced cracking
SOHIC
staggered small cracks formed approximately perpendicular to the principal stress (residual or applied)
resulting in a “ladder-like” crack array linking (sometimes small) pre-existing HIC (4.39) cracks
Note 1 to entry: The mode of cracking can be categorised as sulfide stress corrosion cracking (SSCC) (4.43) caused
by a combination of external stress and the local strain around hydrogen-induced cracks. SOHIC is related to SSCC
and HIC/stepwise cracking (SWC) (4.42). It has been observed in parent material of longitudinally welded pipe
and in the heat-affected zone (HAZ) of welds in pressure vessels. SOHIC is a relatively uncommon pheno
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Contents
Foreword 1
Introduction 3
1 Scope 4
2 General terms 4
3 Types of corrosion 7
4 Corrosion protection 14
5 Corrosion testing 16
6 Electrochemical terms 17
6.1 The electrochemical cell 17
6.2 Reaction rates 22
6.3 Passivation 24
6.4 Electrochemical protection 26
6.5 Electrochemical corrosion tests 27
Figure 1 — Current/Potential curves for a corroding electrode 29
Figure 2 — Anodic current density/potential curve showing active, passive and transpassive states 30
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Introduction
The definitions in this International Standard have been drawn up with the objective of achieving a
proper balance between precision and simplicity. The main objective of this International Standard is to
provide definitions that can be understood to have the same meaning by all concerned. Some corrosion
terms in present use have developed through common usage and are not always logical. It has not,
therefore, been possible to define certain terms in the form they are used in some countries. Because of
the occasional conflicts between tradition and logic some definitions inevitably represent a compromise.
An example of this kind of conflict is the term “corrosion”. This has been used to mean the process,
results of the process and damage caused by the process. In this International Standard corrosion is
understood to mean the process. Any detectable result of corrosion in any part of a corrosion system is
termed “corrosion effect”. The term “corrosion damage” covers any impairment of the function of the
technical system of which the metal and the environment form a part. Consequently the term “corrosion
protection” implies that the important thing is to avoid corrosion damage rather than to prevent
corrosion, which in many cases is impossible and sometimes not necessary.










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Corrosion of metals and alloys — Basic terms and definitions
1 Scope
This International Standard defines terms relating to corrosion that are widely used in modern
science and technology. In addition, some definitions are supplemented with short explanations.
NOTE 1 Throughout the document IUPAC rules for electrode potential signs are applied. The term “metal”
is also used to include alloys and other metallic materials.
NOTE 2 Terms and definitions related to inorganic surface treatment of metals are given in ISO 2080.
NOTE 3 See also the ISO online browsing platform (OBP): www.iso.org/obp/ui/
2 General terms
2.1
corrosion
physicochemical interaction between a metalic material and its environment that results in changes
in the properties of the metal, and which may lead to significant impairment of the function of the
metal, the environment, or the technical system, of which these form a part
Note 1 to entry: This interaction is often of an electrochemical nature.
2.2
corrosive agent
substance which will initiate or promote corrosion when in contact with a given metal”
2.3
corrosive environment
environment that contains one or more corrosive agents (2.2)
2.4
corrosion system
system consisting of one or more metals and those parts of the environment that influence corrosion
(2.1)
Note 1 to entry: Parts of the environment may be, for example, coatings, surface layers or additional electrodes
(6.1.2).
2.5
corrosion effect
change in any part of the corrosion system (2.4) caused by corrosion (2.1)
2.6
corrosion damage
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corrosion effect (2.5) that causes impairment of the function of the metal, the environment or the
technical system, of which these form a part
2.7
corrosion failure
corrosion damage (2.6) characterized by the total loss of function of the technical system
2.8
corrosion product
substance formed as a result of corrosion (2.1)
2.9
scale
solid layer of corrosion products (2.8)formed on a metal at high temperature
Note 1 to entry: The term “scale” is also used in some countries for deposits from supersaturated water.
2.10
rust
visible corrosion products (2.8) consisting mainly of hydrated iron oxides
2.11
corrosion depth
distance between a point on the surface of a metal affected by corrosion (2.1) and the original
surface of the metal
2.12
corrosion rate
corrosion effect (2.5) on a metal per time
Note 1 to entry: The unit used to express the corrosion rate depends on the technical system and on the type
of corrosion effect. Thus corrosion rate may be expressed as an increase in corrosion depth (2.11) per time, or
the mass of metal turned into corrosion products (2.8) per area of surface and per time, etc. The corrosion
effect may vary with time and may not be the same at all points of the corroding surface. Therefore, reports of
corrosion rates should be accompanied by information on the type, time dependency and location of the
corrosion effect.
2.13
corrosion resistance
ability of a metal to maintain serviceability (2.16) in a given corrosion system (2.4)
2.14
corrosivity
ability of an environment to cause corrosion (2.1) of a metal in a given corrosion system (2.4)
2.15
corrosion likelihood
qualitative and/or quantitative expression of the expected corrosion effects (2.5) in a defined
corrosion system (2.4)
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2.16
serviceability (with respect to corrosion)
ability of a corrosion system (2.4) to perform its specified functions without impairment due to
corrosion (2.1)
2.17
durability (with respect to corrosion)
ability of a corrosion system (2.4) to maintain serviceability (2.16) over a specified time when the
specified requirements for use and maintenance have been fulfilled
2.18
service life (with respect to corrosion)
time during which a corrosion system (2.4) meets the requirements for serviceability (2.16)
2.19
critical humidity
value of the relative humidity of an atmosphere above which there is a sharp increase in the
corrosion rate (2.12) of a given metal
2.20
corrosion attack
corrosion effect (2.5) that is detrimental but has not progressed to the point of impairment of the
function of the metal, the environment, or the technical system of which they form a part
2.21
pickling
removal of oxides or other compounds from a metal surface by chemical or electrochemical action
2.22
pitting resistance equivalent number
PREN
indication of the resistance of stainless steels and nickel-based alloys to pitting in the presence of
chloride-containing water
Note 1 to entry: An example formula for PREN is given by
PREN %Cr3,3%Mo 0,5 % W 16 %N .
     

Note 2 to entry: The higher the PREN, the higher is the resistance to pitting corrosion.
2.23
trap
micro structural site at which the residence time for a hydrogen atom is long compared to the
residence time in an interstitial lattice site
2.24
time of wetness
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period when a metallic surface is covered by adsorptive and/or liquid films of electrolyte to be
capable of causing atmospheric corrosion
2.25
threshold stress (for stress corrosion cracking)
tensile stress above which stress corrosion cracks initiate and grow, for the specified test conditions
2.26
threshold stress intensity factor for stress corrosion cracking
K
ISCC
stress intensity factor above which stress corrosion crack propagation is sustained
Note 1 to entry: The threshold stress intensity factor is a concept of linear elastic fracture mechanics (LEFM)
and is applicable when the plastic zone size is large compared with the microstructure, the crack is sufficiently
long, and a high constraint to plastic deformation prevails, i.e. under plane strain predominant conditions. For
growing stress corrosion cracks, LEFM is not necessarily applicable in all detail but is adopted as a pragmatic
tool that is commonly used.
Note 2 to entry: Stress corrosion cracks may initiate at a surface or a surface defect and grow in the “short
crack” regime at stress intensity factor levels below the apparent threshold stress intensity factor. Therefore,
LEFM is not applicable in the “short crack” regime.
3 Types of corrosion
3.1
electrochemical corrosion
corrosion (2.1) involving at least one anodic reaction (6.1.9) and one cathodic reaction (6.1.6)
3.2
chemical corrosion
corrosion (2.1) not involving electrochemical reaction
3.3
gaseous corrosion
corrosion (2.1) with dry gas as the only corrosive environment (2.3) and without any liquid phase on
the surface of the metal
3.4
atmospheric corrosion
corrosion (2.1) with the earth's atmosphere at ambient temperature as the corrosive environment
(2.3)
3.5
marine corrosion
corrosion (2.1) with sea water as the main agent of the corrosive environment (2.3)
Note 1 to entry: This definition includes both immersed and splash zone conditions.
3.6
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underground corrosion
corrosion (2.1) of buried metals, soil being the corrosive environment (2.3)
Note 1 to entry: The term soil includes not only the naturally occurring material but also any other material,
such as ballast and backfill, used to cover a structure.
3.7
bacterial corrosion
microbial corrosion (3.7) due to the action of bacteria
3.8
general corrosion
corrosion (2.1) proceeding over the whole surface of the metal exposed to the corrosive environment
(2.3)
3.9
uniform corrosion
general corrosion (3.9) proceeding at almost the same rate over the whole surface
3.10
localized corrosion
corrosion (2.1) preferentially concentrated on discrete sites of the metal surface exposed to the
corrosive environment (2.3)
Note 1 to entry: Localized corrosion can result in, for example, pits, cracks, or grooves.
3.11
galvanic corrosion
corrosion (2.1) due to the action of a corrosion cell (6.1.13)
Note 1 to entry: The term has often been restricted to the action of bimetallic corrosion cells, i.e. to bimetallic
corrosion (3.13).
3.12
bimetallic corrosion
DEPRECATED: contact corrosion
galvanic corrosion (3.12), where the electrodes (6.1.2) are formed by dissimilar metals
3.13
impressed current corrosion
electrochemical corrosion (3.1) due to the action of an external source of electric current
3.14
stray-current corrosion
impressed current corrosion (3.14) caused by current flowing through paths other than the intended
circuits
3.15
pitting corrosion
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localized corrosion (3.10) resulting in pits, i.e. cavities extending from the surface into the metal
3.16
crevice corrosion
localized corrosion (3.10) associated with, and taking place in, or immediately around, a narrow
aperture or clearance formed between the metal surface and another surface (metallic or non-
metallic)
3.17
deposit corrosion
localized corrosion (3.10) associated with, and taking place under, or immediately around, a deposit
of corrosion products (2.8) or other substance
3.18
water-line corrosion
corrosion (2.1) along, and as a consequence of the presence of, a gas/liquid boundary
3.19
selective corrosion
corrosion (2.1) of an alloy whereby the components react in proportions that differ from their
proportions in the alloy
3.20
dezincification of brass
selective corrosion (3.20) of brass resulting in preferential removal of zinc
3.21
graphitic corrosion
selective corrosion (3.20) of grey cast iron, resulting in partial removal of metallic constituents,
leaving graphite
3.22
intergranular corrosion
corrosion (2.1) in or adjacent to the grain boundaries of a metal
3.23
weld corrosion
corrosion (2.1) associated with the presence of a welded joint and taking place in the weld or its
vicinity
3.24
knife-line corrosion
corrosion (2.1) resulting in a narrow slit in or adjacent to the filler/parent boundary of a welded or
brazed joint
3.25
erosion corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (2.1) and erosion
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Note 1 to entry: Erosion corrosion can occur in, for example, pipes with high fluid flow velocity and pumps
and pipe lines carrying fluid containing abrasive particles in suspension or entrained in a gas flow.
3.26
cavitation corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (2.1) and cavitation
Note 1 to entry: Cavitation corrosion can occur, for example, in rotary pumps and on ships' propellers.
3.27
fretting corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (2.1) and oscillatory slip between two vibrating surfaces in
contact
Note 1 to entry: Fretting corrosion can occur, for example, at mechanical joints in vibrating structures.
3.28
wear corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (2.1) and friction between two sliding surfaces in contact
3.29
corrosion fatigue
process involving conjoint corrosion (2.1) and alternating straining of the metal, often leading to
cracking
Note 1 to entry: Corrosion fatigue can occur when a metal is subjected to cyclic straining in a corrosive
environment (2.3).
3.30
stress corrosion
process involving conjoint corrosion (2.1) and straining of the metal due to applied or residual
stress
3.31
stress corrosion cracking
cracking due to stress corrosion (3.32)
3.32
hydrogen embrittlement
process resulting in a decrease of the toughness or ductility of a metal due to absorption of
hydrogen
Note 1 to entry: Hydrogen embrittlement often accompanies hydrogen formation, for example by corrosion
(2.1) or electrolysis, and can lead to cracking.
3.33
blistering
process resulting in dome-shaped defect visible on the surface of an object and arising from
localized loss of cohesion below the surface
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Note 1 to entry: For example, blistering can occur on coated metal due to loss of adhesion between coating
and substrate, caused by accumulation of products from localized corrosion (3.10). On uncoated metal,
blistering can occur due to excessive internal hydrogen pressure.
3.34
spalling
fragmentation and detachment of portions of the surface layer or scale
3.35
tarnishing
dulling, staining or discoloration of a metal surface, due to the formation of a thin layer of corrosion
products (2.8)
3.36
aqueous corrosion
corrosion with water or a water-based solution as the corrosive environment
3.37
microbiologically influenced corrosion
MIC
corrosion influenced by the action of microorganisms
Note 1 to entry: Compare with microbial corrosion (3.7).
3.38
dealloying
see selective corrosion (3.20)
3.39
environmentally assisted cracking
cracking of a susceptible metal or alloy due to the conjoint action of an environment and mechanical
stress
3.40
hydrogen induced cracking
HIC
planar cracking that occurs in metals due to induced stresses when atomic hydrogen diffuses into
the metal and then combines to form molecular hydrogen at trap sites
3.41
hydrogen stress cracking
HSC
cracking that results from the presence of hydrogen in a metal and tensile stress (residual or
applied or both)
Note 1 to entry: HSC describes cracking in metals that are not sensitive to sulphide stress corrosion cracking
(SSCC) (3.46) but which may be embrittled by hydrogen when galvanically coupled, as the cathode, to another
metal that is corroding actively as an anode. The term “galvanically induced HSC” has been used for this
mechanism of cracking.
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3.42
irradiation assisted stress corrosion cracking
intergranular cracking of austenitic stainless steels resulting from a reduction in the chromium
concentration in a very narrow band at the grain boundaries following exposure to high neutron
irradiation doses exceeding one displacement per atom (which causes the migration of point defects
to the grain boundaries)
3.43
stepwise cracking
SWC
cracking that connects hydrogen induced cracks (HICs) on adjacent planes in a metal
Note 1 to entry: This term describes the crack appearance. The linking of hydrogen induced cracks to produce
stepwise cracking is dependent upon local strain between the cracks and embrittlement of the surrounding
steel by dissolved hydrogen. HIC/SWC is usually associated with low-strength plate steels used in the
production of pipes and vessels.
3.44
sulfide stress corrosion cracking
SSCC
cracking of metal involving corrosion and tensile stress (residual and/or applied) in the presence of
water and hydrogen sulfide
Note 1 to entry: SSCC is a form of hydrogen stress cracking (HSC) and involves embrittlement of the metal by
atomic hydrogen that is produced by acid corrosion on the metal surface. Hydrogen uptake is promoted in the
presence of sulfides. The atomic hydrogen can diffuse into the metal, reduce ductility and increase
susceptibility to cracking. High strength metallic materials and hard weld zones are prone to SSCC.
3.45
stress oriented hydrogen induced cracking
SOHIC
staggered small cracks formed approximately perpendicular to the principal stress (residual or
applied) resulting in a “ladder-like” crack array linking (sometimes small) pre-existing HIC cracks
Note 1 to entry: The mode of cracking can be categorised as SSCC caused by a combination of external stress
and the local strain around hydrogen induced cracks. SOHIC is related to SSCC and HIC/SWC. It has been
observed in parent material of longitudinally welded pipe and in the heat affected zone of welds in pressure
vessels. SOHIC is a relatively uncommon phenomenon usually associated with low-strength ferritic pipe and
pressure vessel steels.
Note 2 to entry: cf. hydrogen embrittlement (3.34).
[SOURCE: ISO 15156-1:2009, 3.22; modified — In Note 1, SSC has been replaced with SSCC and
Note 2 has been added]
3.46
exfoliation corrosion
stratified form of subsurface stress corrosion of susceptible primary wrought alloy mill products
materials having a highly directional grain structure, accompanied by detachment of separate layers
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from the body of the material, formation of cracks and finally usually complete layer-by-layer
disintegration of metal
Note 1 to entry: Exfoliation generally proceeds along grain boundaries, but with certain alloys and tempering
it may develop along transgranular paths or a mixed intergranular/transgranular path.
Note 2 to entry: Layer corrosion (3.26) can be developed on the first stage.
3.47
filiform corrosion
type of corrosion proceeding under coating materials on metals in the form of threads, generally
starting from bare edges or from local damage to the coating
Note 1 to entry: Usually the threads are irregular in length and direction of growth, but they may also be
nearly parallel and of approximately equal length. It should be noted that filiform corrosion can occur under
different protective coatings.
3.48
tribo-corrosion
any form of corrosion that involves constant removal of the passive layer due to fluid or particles
impact on the corroding surface or the friction between the corroding surface and another surface
Note 1 to entry: Tribo-corrosion includes but is not restricted to: wear corrosion (3.30), fretting corrosion
(3.29) and erosion corrosion (3.27).
Note 2 to entry: This process may result in an increase in friction of bearing surfaces in addition to causing
material loss.
3.49
impingement attack
form of erosion corrosion in aqueous liquids under high velocity or turbulent flow conditions
associated on the metal surface causing repetitive disruption of protective films leading to
accelerated localised corrosion
3.50
high temperature corrosion
corrosion by gases or deposits or both gases and deposits occurring at elevated temperatures under
conditions where aqueous electrolytes no longer exist
Note 1 to entry: High temperature corrosion can become significant at temperatures above 170 °C depending
on material and environment.
3.51
hot corrosion
corrosion by gases or deposits or both gases and deposits forming a liquid phase during a high
temperature corrosion (3.52) reaction
Note 1 to entry: Hot corrosion is a sub-term of high temperature corrosion (3.52).
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Note 2 to entry: The most common liquid phases in which hot corrosion occurs are metal sulfates, metal
vanadates and metal chlorides.
3.52
sulfidation
reaction of a metal or alloy with a sulfur-containing species to produce metal sulfides on or beneath
the surface of the metal or alloy
3.53
metal dusting
carburization of metallic materials in process gases containing carbon oxides and hydrocarbons and
with extremely low oxygen partial pressures leading to disintegration of the metal into dust of
graphite, metal or carbides, or combinations
Note 1 to entry: The temperature range for metal dusting lies between 400 °C and 900 °C. For the mechanism
to happen, a carbon activity higher than 1 in the process gas is required.
3.54
rebar corrosion
corrosion of reinforcement bars in concrete
4 Corrosion protection
4.1
corrosion protection
modification of a corrosion system (2.4) so that corrosion damage (2.6) is reduced
4.2
degree of protection
(percentage) reduction in corrosion damage (2.6) achieved by corrosion protection (4.1)
Note 1 to entry: All types of corrosion (2.1) present have to be considered.
4.3
temporary protection
corrosion protection (4.1) intended to last for a limited time only
Note 1 to entry: Temporary protection is used, for example, during storage and transportation of metal
products or during shut-down of equipment.
4.4
protective layer
layer of a substance on a metal surface that decreases the corrosion rate (2.12)
Note 1 to entry: Such layers may be applied or arise spontaneously, for example by corrosion (2.1).
4.5
protective coating
layer(s) of material applied to a metal surface to provide corrosion protection (4.1)
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4.6
corrosion inhibitor
chemical substance that when present in the corrosion system (2.4) at a suitable concentration
decreases the corrosion rate (2.12), without significantly changing the concentration of any
corrosive agent (2.2)
Note 1 to entry: A corrosion inhibitor is generally effective in a small concentration.
4.7
volatile corrosion inhibitor
corrosion inhibitor (4.6) that can reach the metal surface in the form of vapour
4.8
de-aeration
removal of air from environment
Note 1 to entry: If only oxygen is removed the term “de-oxygenation” is more appropriate.
4.9
protective atmosphere
artificial atmosphere the corrosivity (2.14) of which has been reduced by the removal or exclusion of
corrosive agents (2.2) or by the addition of corrosion inhibitors (4.6)
4.10
critical potential
DEPRECATED: threshold potential
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