Apply phosphate coating to metal workpiece

Description

Prevent steel or iron workpieces from rusting and other corrosion by applying a protective phosphate coating to the metal surface through a chemical reaction of phosphate salts and a dilute solution of phosphoric acid with the surface of the coated workpiece, forming a protective layer of insoluble, crystalline phosphates, usally iron. Phosphate coatings are usually applied to car bodies in their manufacturing process.

Alternative labels

utilise phosphate coating on a metal workpiece
add phosphate coating to metal workpiece
paint protective layer to metal surfaces
administer protective layer to metal surfaces
add protective layer to metal surfaces
paint phosphate coating to metal workpiece
administer phosphate coating to metal workpiece

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Apply phosphate coating to metal workpiece is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Optional skill

Apply phosphate coating to metal workpiece is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Rustproofer: Rustproofers use the proper equipment and machinery to provide metal workpieces with a hard, durable finishing coat, composed of specific chemical formulas, that prevents or delays iron and steel pieces from rusting and protects against corrosion.

 


 

References

  1. Apply phosphate coating to metal workpiece – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022