3D corrosion measurement techniques described in this report can be performed in the field, laboratory, plant environment, or other related facilities. Corrosion measurements are obtained under widely varying field conditions and plant environments. This report provides the user with the background needed to make testing decisions in the field or laboratory based on the technical facts available at the time of publication.
This technical report provides descriptions of the corrosion pitting measurement techniques used on underground and aboveground piping, tanks, and vessels using 3D optical imaging tools. This report includes those corrosion measurement techniques that relate to the ASME B31.8, API 579, or special conditions in NACE SP0502