
We recommend a flow velocity of at least 2 m/s.
9.2
Passivation
Before commissioning a plant, passivation is commonly carried out for long pipes
and tanks.
Valve blocks are usually excepted from this. Passivation is typically performed
using nitric acid (HNO
3
) at approx. 80 °C (176 °F) at a concentration of 3 % and a
contact time of 6 to 8 hours.
Cleaning
Passivation
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