Electroless Nickel Plating and Onshore Oil Extraction

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Electroless nickel is a common choice of surface technology for the oil and gas industry and can be applied to many different base metals in order to improve them. The properties of most value to the industry are generally the uniformity of the thickness of the deposit, the excellent corrosion resistance that it provides, and its properties of abrasion and erosion resistance.

The Use of Electroless Nickel to Enhancing Oil and Gas Base Materials

The base materials that are traditionally used in the oil and gas industry are successfully enhanced by the application of this type of coatings. Not only does nickel lower the fabrication costs of many parts, it also extends the surface life of components. Extending the service of parts used in this industry is incredibly valuable, as the cost of shutdowns can be very expensive and time consuming.

Operations in the oil and gas industry can be divided into 3 main areas; surface operations, subsurface operations or down hole operations, and offshore operations. Equipment is often exposed to severe environmental conditions including chlorides, carbon dioxide, brines, hydrogen sulphide, sea water and reef water, which can contain high levels of sulphur compounds. In addition to this type of exposure, equipment may be exposed to abrasion problems associated with the ingestion of sand, mud, and very high.

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