Modified Kroll's Reagent

material specific

Composition

1ml HF, 3ml HNO₃, 100ml H₂O

1%

Method

swabbing

Time

5s

Basic Information

Category:Material Specific
Composition:1ml HF, 3ml HNO₃, 100ml H₂O
Concentration:1%
Reveals:Alpha-beta phases, grain boundaries
Typical Results:Less aggressive version of Kroll's reagent. Good for sensitive titanium microstructures.
Color Effects:Alpha phase light, beta phase dark