Interactions of N,N′-dimethylaminoethanol with steel surfaces in alkaline and chlorine containing solutions

A. Welle, J. D. Liao, K. Kaiser, M. Grunze, U. Mäder, N. Blank

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Abstract

Formulations based on dilute aqueous solutions of N,N′-dimethylethanolamine (DMEA) are used to protect reinforcement steel bars ('rebar') in concrete from corrosion. In a previous paper we discussed the usefulness of X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) to detect DMEA adsorbed from solution and the application of secondary neutral mass spectrometry (SNMS) to study migration of DMEA through a cement matrix. In this report we present XPS data of DMEA adsorbed on steel surfaces from alkaline and chlorine containing solutions of variable concentration range and discuss models for the interaction of DMEA with the oxidized steel surface and the mechanism of corrosion inhibition of DMEA. DMEA is strongly bonded to the steel surface and displaces ionic species from the substrate/solution interface hence protecting the ironoxide surface from ionic attack.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)185-198
Number of pages14
JournalApplied Surface Science
Volume119
Issue number3-4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1997 Oct

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films
  • Surfaces and Interfaces

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