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There are three ways of protecting a metal surface from corrosion using protective paints.

Corrosion: the action or effect of corroding, loss of metal.

Corrosion requires oxygen, water and metal.

There are three types of protective paints:

Type

Cause and effect

Paint Examples

Cathodic

Anode (steel) exchanges with another metal. Steel become cathode. Anode: corroding metal. Cathode: protected metal.

inorganic zinc and organic zinc

Barrier

 Prevents passage of oxygen and water. Effect: no steel contact with oxygen and water equals no corrosion. epoxy mastic, polyurethane, chlorinated rubber, vinyl, and phenolic

Inhibitive

 Restrains corrosion activity using anti-corrosive pigments. Effect: action rate is slower equals less corrosion. alkyd, water-based

To learn more about how IPA can assist you and your company with your industrial paint and abrasives needs, please contact us. You won't find a more responsive company ready to serve you with the best customer service in the industry.

Industrial Paint & Abrasives
595 Commerce Park Dr Marietta GA 30060

Manager of Distribution
Shane Sutton
770.421.2400
Fax: 770.423.0769
Toll Free: 800.566.1711
shane@ipaindustrial.com