Volatile corrosion inhibitors (VCIs) in emitters have been developed and studied. Building on a basis of chemistries that have worked well for industry over decades, VCI formulations were developed for the emitter. Accelerated corrosion studies (temperature and humidity cycling) showed excellent protection for a large variety of metals in presence of VCIs. Experiments were also performed to select a tape suitable for adherence of the emitter to a broad choice of substrates. Finally, some application case histories where the VCI emitter has been used successfully to provide corrosion protection are presented.

Subject
Accelerated corrosion tests, Test methods, Substrates, Tape, Steel coupons, Volatile corrosion inhibitors, Plastics, Metals, Steel, Corrosion protection, Copper, Zinc, Tarnish
Keywords:
Emitters, devices, corrosion, tarnish, Navy, electronic enclosures, volatile corrosion inhibitors, VCI
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2003
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