Technical data acquisition
System details, environment, and objectives.
Overview
Cost-effective monitoring of corrosive environments
Corrosion coupons provide an inexpensive means of on-line monitoring to measure system corrosivity and estimate material life via mils-per-year (mpy) or metal loss metrics.
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited analysis with decision-ready interpretation.
Why coupon studies
Actionable data to manage risk & optimize maintenance
Maintenance and repair costs demand accurate monitoring of the corrosive environment. Observing mpy on exposed coupons yields valuable insights on life expectancy and informs mitigation plans and maintenance windows.
How it works
Classical weight-loss method—simple and proven
A weighed coupon of the target metal/alloy is introduced into the process and later removed after a defined interval, cleaned of corrosion products, and reweighed. The weight loss converts to corrosion rate or metal loss—no complex equipment required.
Coupon selection
Alloy, geometry, surface finish.
In/Ex-situ exposure
Defined duration and location in the process.
Monitoring & observed data
Visuals, deposits, and environmental records.
Corrosion characterization
Metal loss, morphology, localized attack.
Interpretation & application
Use results to improve efficiency and reliability.
Workflow
Procurement & process flow
We analyze corrosion coupons on a per-batch basis with customized options relevant to your requirements and provide results within days of receiving samples.
Customization
Coupon types & made-to-order configurations
Choose from a wide range of geometries—strip, disc, flush, cylindrical, weld, stress, coated/lined, cladded, notch, elastomer, impact, mesh, tensile, glass, grit, lap, mill/sand—and more. Sizes, shapes, and materials are fully customizable; stencilling of alloy and sequence numbers ensures traceability, and mill test reports provide elemental composition.
Benefits
Attractive features & key benefits
Simple
No sophisticated instrumentation is required to obtain results.
Direct
Provides a direct measurement with no theoretical assumptions.
Versatile
Applicable to all corrosive environments and informative for many corrosion forms, including crevice and galvanic.
Use cases
Where coupon studies add value
Energy & process systems
Track corrosivity in pipelines, cooling circuits, and plant equipment.
Alloy & weld evaluations
Compare compositions, heat treatments, microstructures, welding, and stress effects.
Designing for compatibility
Assess galvanic pairs and crevice conditions to guide mitigation.
Get in touch
Talk to an expert
Send process details, expected exposure, and acceptance criteria. We’ll confirm coupon configuration, exposure duration, and reporting format.