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Solution and method for selectively stripping alloys containing nickel with gold, phosphorous or chromium from stainless steel and related nickel base alloys

US4302246A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 3, 1980
Grant dateNov 24, 1981
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Expiry dateJan 3, 2000

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC23F1/44
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Improved solutions are provided for selectively stripping alloys containing nickel with gold, phosphorous or chromium from substrates formed from alloys containing iron with chromium and in some instances nickel, or nickle rich, chromium bearing alloys, some of which also contain iron. These solutions comprise concentrated nitric acid, at least one chloride salt, an organic corrosion inhibitor and, optionally, an organic surface active agent. An improved method utilizing the solutions of the invention is also provided and facilitates stripping of these alloys in substantially reduced time, without degradation of the underlying substrate.

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