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Multi-layer protective coating for an aluminum heat exchanger

US9417018B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 11, 2013
Grant dateAug 16, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 11, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC23C2222/10
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for coating an aluminum alloy heat exchanger includes subjecting at least one surface of the heat exchanger to a pre-treatment process including cleaning; conversion coating the at least one surface of the heat exchanger with a trivalent chromium compound; and subjecting the at least one conversion coated surface to an electro-coating in an aqueous solution containing an organic corrosion inhibitor.

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