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bolt corrosion pics?

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mountainlion · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Apr 2012 · Points: 30

Does anyone have any pics of bolt corrosion from two different types of metals being in contact with each other. I could also use a concise explanation on why using two different metals for bolts/hangers is incorrect. The area I'm climbing in has galvanized expansion bolts with stainless steel hangers and some plated hangers. I will post pics of anchors and bolts I feel need to be replaced.

I don't have permission from the locals on replacing the anchors/bolts and I figured this may be the safest way to approach the subject without hurting thier feelings.

Peace Eric

FrankPS · · Atascadero, CA · Joined Nov 2009 · Points: 276
Truck Thirteen · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Nov 2011 · Points: 0

The simple dirty answer is that different types of metal have a greater attraction for electrons than other types. As a result some metals steal electrons from other metals. The loss and gain of electrons results on the corrosion and loss of strength.

Dan Felix · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Aug 2012 · Points: 35

It's a little thing known as 'dissimilar metals'. Exact same reason iron and aluminum don't mix well.

morkel · · Fort Collins, CO · Joined Aug 2006 · Points: 455
Guideline #1: Don't be a jerk.

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