ISO 12473:2017

Comprehensive Metallurgy Standard for Corrosion Protection

ISO 12473:2017 is the essential technical standard for professionals in the metallurgy industry. This comprehensive document provides detailed guidelines and specifications for the effective protection of metal against corrosion, ensuring the long-term integrity and performance of critical assets.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Covers a wide range of metallurgical processes and applications, from steel fabrication to marine environments• Outlines best practices for selecting appropriate corrosion protection methods, including coatings, cathodic protection, and more• Ensures compliance with the latest industry regulations and safety standards• Helps organizations minimize the risk of costly failures, downtime, and environmental impact• Supports the development of robust, reliable, and durable metal-based products and infrastructure

Detailed Technical Specifications

ISO 12473:2017 is structured into the following key sections:

General Principles of Cathodic Protection in Seawater

• Defines the fundamental principles of cathodic protection for metal structures in seawater environments• Provides guidance on the selection and design of cathodic protection systems• Covers the assessment of protection criteria and monitoring techniques

General Principles of Cathodic Protection for Steel in Soil

• Outlines the principles of cathodic protection for steel structures buried in soil• Addresses the selection and design of cathodic protection systems for this application• Includes information on the evaluation of protection criteria and monitoring methods

General Principles of Cathodic Protection for Steel in Concrete

• Focuses on the use of cathodic protection for steel reinforcement in concrete structures• Covers the design, installation, and maintenance of cathodic protection systems• Provides guidance on the assessment of protection criteria and monitoring techniques

General Principles of Cathodic Protection for Steel Immersed in Fresh Water

• Addresses the use of cathodic protection for steel structures in freshwater environments• Includes information on the selection, design, and installation of cathodic protection systems• Outlines the evaluation of protection criteria and monitoring methodsWhether you're responsible for the design, installation, or maintenance of metal-based products and infrastructure, ISO 12473:2017 is an essential technical resource for ensuring effective corrosion protection and compliance with industry best practices.