The Boatowner's Guide to Corrosion
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List of Tables
Introduction
Acknowledgments
1. Basic Molecular Theory
2. Basic Chemical Theory
3. Basic Electrical Theory
4. Basic Corrosion Processes
5. Electrochemical or Self-Corrosion
6. Galvanic Corrosion
7. Electrolytic Corrosion
8. Iron and Iron Alloys
9. Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys
10. Nickel and Nickel Alloys
11. Copper and Copper Alloys
12. Other Marine Metals
13. Cathodic Protection Systems
14. Corrosion Avoidance
15. Coating to Prevent Corrosion
16. Hull Corrosion
17. Propulsion Systems
18. Electrical and Electronic Systems
19. Plumbing Systems
20. Deck Gear
21. Masts, Spars, and Rigging
Appendix 1. Abbreviations and Symbols
Appendix 2. Conversion Factors
Appendix 3. Quantity, Size, and Placement of Zinc Anodes
Appendix 4. UNS Equivalent Grades
Appendix 5. Weights of Common Materials
Appendix 6. Wire Table: Standard Annealed Copper Wire (AWG)
Appendix 7. Properties of Metals
Appendix 8. Glossary
Bibliography
Index
“The best explanation that I have seen of corrosion on boats.”—Nigel Calder, author of Boatowner’s Mechanical and Electrical Manual
“A powerful weapon in the war against metal deterioration.”—Cruising World
Corrosion is a constant, often expensive, and sometimes dangerous problem for boaters. Moisture, salt, electrical currents, and chemicals create a potent combination that can attack the metallic (and sometimes nonmetallic) parts of your boat. Everett Collier, an expert in marine technology, details all the types of corrosion—including simple galvanic, electrochemical, and electrolytic—and explains how to identify, combat, and prevent them. The most comprehensive book on this subject, The Boatowner's Guide to Corrosion shows you how to:
- Prevent corrosion with proper grounding, cathodic protection, protective coatings, and careful selection and matching of metal parts
- Protect your boat’s hull, deck gear, masts, and rigging, as well as its propulsion, electrical, plumbing, and steering systems
- Recognize and cure developing corrosion before it can damage your boat