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Passivation

A protective layer of oxides on the surface of a metal, which resists corrosion. This passive oxide layer is the chief reason why stainless steels have such good corrosion resistant properties.

Used in courses

  • Advanced Flux Cored Arc Welding — Defect Control and Pipe Position Techniques
  • MIG Transition and FCAW Continuation — Setup, Metallurgy, and GMAW Fundamentals

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