Metal Glossary for Stainless Steel (L)

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Localised Corrosion

A general term for, often high rate, corrosion attack affecting restricted, specific, parts of the surface.

Related terms: Pitting Corrosion, Crevice Corrosion, Stress Corrosion Cracking

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