THE ATMOSPHERIC CORROSION OF AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STEEL PNEUMATIC TUBING SYSTEM IN AN OFFSHORE ENVIRONMENT

Leaks were reported in the pneumatic stainless steel tubing after about two years in service. The surface of the tubing was exposed to offshore environment. The tubing system is used for instrumentation purposes. It is reported that the tubing material as per specification is 316 austenitic stainless steel