Reveal stress-driven cracking
Detect the impact of applied or residual stresses that promote SCC in copper alloys.
Overview
Ammonia-induced SCC in copper alloys
Ammonia vapor can attack copper alloys at mechanically stressed locations, initiating cracks that may propagate and lead to sudden failure. The ammonia SCC test determines susceptibility so that at-risk materials and assemblies can be identified before service.
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited practices and reporting.
Purpose
Why this test matters
Plumbing, HX, electrical
Supports components used in plumbing, heat exchangers, and electrical systems where reliability is critical.
Scope
Applicability
Whole or partial components
Applicable for both complete assemblies and partial components.
Manufacturing effects
Evaluates susceptibility from residual stresses introduced during manufacturing.
Highlights
Test highlights
Accelerated SCC test
Purpose-built to accelerate detection of stress corrosion cracking in Cu alloys.
Residual-stress impact
Specifically designed to detect the impact of residual stresses on component performance.
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