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2.4.4.3 Cold-Applied Zinc: ASTMA 780 For Additional Information
2.4.4.3 Cold-Applied Zinc: ASTMA 780 For Additional Information
Electro-deposited zinc coating can be applied to 1 inch (25 mm) diameters and
smaller. Material sizes larger than a 1 inch (25 mm) diameter can be coated with an
inorganic zinc-rich paint or other coating system specifically selected for corrosion
protection.
Weathering steels develop a tight oxide coating that protects against corrosion of
the substrate. In certain environments, they will provide a relatively maintenance-
free application. The material will form a protective surface with loss of metal
thickness of about 2 mils (0.05 mm). Steels conforming to ASTM A588 will provide
atmospheric corrosion resistance that is 4 to 6 times the corrosion resistance of
ordinary carbon steels.
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