ASM Failure Analysis Case Histories: Failure Modes and Mechanisms
SO2 Heat Exchanger Failure
-
Published:2019
Abstract
Critical heat exchanger components are usually manufactured from durable steels, such as stainless steel, which exhibit good strength and corrosion resistance. Failure of a heat exchanger occurred due to specification of a plain carbon steel that did not survive service in the SO2 vapor environment. However, failure analysis showed that cavitation erosion was the responsible failure mechanism, not corrosion as might be expected.
Sign in
ASM members
Member Sign InW. Reitz, SO2 Heat Exchanger Failure, ASM Failure Analysis Case Histories: Failure Modes and Mechanisms, ASM International, 2019, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.fach.modes.c9001604
Download citation file:
Understanding the Basics Collection
8-Volume Digital Library Exclusive
The Understanding the Basics Collection provides comprehensive coverage of critical topics in metallurgy. These introductory guides present critical information on key topics related to materials processing, performance, and evaluation.