Chemical resistance
Chemical resistance is the ability of a material to be resistant to the effects of chemical substances. This property is of great importance for many applications, especially those where materials come into contact with chemicals, such as in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food and agricultural industries.
To determine the chemical resistance of materials, various tests are carried out to measure the effect of chemical substances on the physical and chemical properties of the material. These tests include, for example, the absorption of chemicals, the transfer of chemicals through the material and the loss of mechanical properties due to contact with chemicals.
It is important to note that chemical resistance varies from material to material and also depends on the conditions in which the material is used. For example, a material that is resistant to one chemical substance may not be resistant to another chemical substance.
To ensure that materials have the desired chemical resistance in applications where they come into contact with chemicals, it is important that they are selected and specified accordingly. It is also important that materials are checked regularly to ensure that they still have the desired chemical resistance.
In summary, chemical resistance is an important factor in the selection of materials in applications where they come into contact with chemicals. Careful selection and monitoring of materials can ensure that they have the desired chemical resistance.
