Effect of Different Anodizing Bath on Improving the Corrosion Resistance of a 2030 Aluminum Alloy

Abstract

luminum alloys have a considerable appeal for mechanical and building designers. This characteristic lies in the mechanical and physicochemical properties of these alloys. Aluminum is often used in the anodized surface condition to impart pleasing aesthetics, higher corrosion resistance, better scratch and wear resistance, and thus an improved value of the product. Anodization is commonly produced by direct current (DC) that offers excellent protection against wear and corrosion. This work focuses on the surface condition of a treatment (chromic anodizing, sulfo-chromic anodizing) using a structural characterization (MEB) that will be followed by electrochemical characterization. The results obtained have shown the effectiveness of chromic anodizing, which gives rise to the formation of a thin layer and offers excellent protection against corrosion. Chromic anodic oxidation protects an aluminum part by creating a layer of alumina Al2O3, to give it anti-corrosion, decorative and heat resistance characteristics, as well as, any chromic acid residues do not attack the base material. This is the opposite of sulfuric acid, which makes it an excellent pretreatment for aerospace parts.