10% Oxalic Acid (Electrolytic)

electrolytic

Composition

10g (COOH)₂·2H₂O, 100ml H₂O

10%

Method

electrolytic

Time

30s

Basic Information

Category:Electrolytic

Composition:10g (COOH)₂·2H₂O, 100ml H₂O

Concentration:10%

Reveals:Grain boundaries, carbides, sigma phase

Typical Results:Electrolytic etchant for stainless steels. Reveals grain boundaries and secondary phases. Less aggressive than chemical etchants.

Color Effects:Grain boundaries dark