Walter Surfox and Weld Passivation
The Walter SURFOX™ 305 is a electrochemical weld cleaning system for stainless steel and aluminum. It quickly and easily removes heat tint from the heat-effected zone of MIG, TIG and spot welds, cleaning the surface and allowing passivation on stainless steel to begin without altering the surface finish
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What is weld passivation?
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Long story short, passivation is the reason why stainless steels remain corrosion resistant for so long. To be in a passive state, a thin layer of chromium oxide has to form on surface of the metal. This is achieved through the process of passivation.
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The integrated tank and flow-through system ensures the electrolyte solution is delivered directly to the work piece, minimizing the potential for spillage or cross-contamination. The dynamic current control also ensures that the electrical current will not cause micropitting on the surface.
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