Roles of Zinc, Nickel and Manganese in Phosphate Coatings

Video Lecture: Question: @Balaram…….  Sir, what are the basic functions of Zn,Ni & Mn respectively in phosphate coating. Answer by Dr E. Ramanathan In phosphate coatings, zinc (Zn), nickel (Ni), and manganese (Mn) play distinct roles in influencing the coating’s performance, appearance, and functional properties. Their primary functions are as follows: 1. Zinc (Zn): 2….

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Rusting in open yard

Rusing is a natural phenomenon of a metal forming metal oxide layer on its surface. Two factors are essential for the formation of rusting of a metal. One is oxygen present in air and the other one is water or humidity present in atmosphere. How can it be prevented? Newly formed metal sheets are duly…

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