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    Nital Etch Procedure PDF

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    The document provides a 9-step process for etching low alloy steels that includes: 1) grinding and cleaning the surface, 2) using a nital etch solution for 15-60 seconds, 3) rinsing in water, 4) dipping in hydrochloric acid for 30-60 seconds to remove oxides, 5) rinsing again, 6) neutralizing for 15 seconds at 16-82°C, 7) rinsing with water and alcohol, 8) inspecting, and 9) applying oil to prevent corrosion.

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    The document provides a 9-step process for etching low alloy steels that includes: 1) grinding and cleaning the surface, 2) using a nital etch solution for 15-60 seconds, 3) rinsing in water, 4) dipping in hydrochloric acid for 30-60 seconds to remove oxides, 5) rinsing again, 6) neutralizing for 15 seconds at 16-82°C, 7) rinsing with water and alcohol, 8) inspecting, and 9) applying oil to prevent corrosion.

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    The document provides a 9-step process for etching low alloy steels that includes: 1) grinding and cleaning the surface, 2) using a nital etch solution for 15-60 seconds, 3) rinsing in water, 4) dipping in hydrochloric acid for 30-60 seconds to remove oxides, 5) rinsing again, 6) neutralizing for 15 seconds at 16-82°C, 7) rinsing with water and alcohol, 8) inspecting, and 9) applying oil to prevent corrosion.

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    Nital Etch Procedure PDF

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    The document provides a 9-step process for etching low alloy steels that includes: 1) grinding and cleaning the surface, 2) using a nital etch solution for 15-60 seconds, 3) rinsing in water, 4) dipping in hydrochloric acid for 30-60 seconds to remove oxides, 5) rinsing again, 6) neutralizing for 15 seconds at 16-82°C, 7) rinsing with water and alcohol, 8) inspecting, and 9) applying oil to prevent corrosion.

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    Before etching, wet grind/polish the surface with 400 grit sand papers to remove any rust, surface

    oxides, etc. The surface needs to be cleaned and dried.

    The procedure may be used to etch low alloy steels

    PROCESS SOLUTION TIME TEMPERATURE REMARKS


    1. Nital etch Nital solution 15 – 60 seconds Ambient Agitate parts
    when
    immersed.
    Exact time may
    vary to produce
    desired black
    oxide film.
    2. Rinse Circulating Rinse only Ambient To remove acid.
    water Total immersion
    required.
    3. Hydrochloric Hydrochloric 30 – 60 seconds Ambient Agitate parts
    acid dip Acid solution when immersed
    to remove black
    oxide film and
    provide uniform
    brownish grey
    surface.
    4. Rinse Running water Rinse only Ambient Agitate parts
    when
    immersed.
    5. Neutralize Acid Neutralizer 15 seconds 16 – 82 °C Agitate parts
    minimum (60 – 180 °F) when
    immersed.
    6. Rinse Circulating Rinse only Ambient To remove
    water caustic.
    7. Rinse Alcohol Rinse only Ambient To remove
    water.
    8. Inspect and evaluate per appropriate criteria.

    9. Oil Rust prevention - Ambient To prevent


    oil corrosion.

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