VCI

Description

APPLICATIONS FOR VCI

VCI’s are used for corrosion protection of metals in static, enclosed environments such as:

• Beneath Tank Floors
• Inside the annulus of Pipe Casings
• Inside Out-of-Service Pipelines
• Enclosures with Spare Parts
• Pipe Segments
• And More

HOW DO VCIS WORK?

The nature of the VCI is to volatize from a solid or a liquid, into a gas.  The gas or vapor molecule then adsorbs and takes precedence on the surface of the metal in that enclosure, forming a mono-molecular barrier layer.  This barrier layer blocks other molecules (i.e.; water and oxygen) from attaching to the steel surface, thereby minimizing the potential for corrosion.

The VCI’s can also neutralize the corrosive effect of water and oxygen. The VCI powder is often mixed with water which acts as the delivery mechanism for the VCI to get to where it is needed.

CORROSION PROTECTION FOR HARD-TO-REACH & SEE AREAS

Corrosion often occurs in areas that aren’t visible or easily accessible making protection difficult. VCIs are able to give corrosion protection for both the visible and hard to see and easily accessible and hard-to-reach areas.

WANT MORE INFORMATION ON VCIS?

Zerust Oil & Gas is a world leader in protecting bare metals from corrosion using Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors (VCIs). VCIs can be used to protect these metal parts from corrosion without the need for greases or painting. Zerust VCIs have been effectively and safely used to protect valuable parts and equipment for more than 35 years. Please contact us if you have any questions about the use of VCIs or if you would like more information regarding our corrosion mitigation solutions for protecting your assets.

TYPES OF CORROSION INHIBITORS

Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors (VCIs) aren’t the only Corrosion Inhibitors you will see in the Oil & Gas Industry.