Surface tolerance refers to the degree of cleanliness, receptiveness and effectiveness of a substrate metal to support a coating that is applied to its surface as a corrosion prevention method.
Surface tolerance is directly proportional to the effectiveness of a corrosion preventative coating.
An ideal surface tolerance is characterized by minimal roughness, debris and chemical reactivity. Surface tolerance can be improved by performing the following preparatory steps prior to applying a coating or other form of treatment:
Share this Term
Don't miss the latest corrosion content from Corrosionpedia!
Subscribe to our newsletter to get expert advice and top insights on corrosion science, mitigation and prevention. We create world-leading educational content about corrosion and how to preserve the integrity of the world’s infrastructure and assets.
Latest Articles
By: Faysal Fayez Eliyan, PhD | Assistant Professor
By: Raghvendra Gopal | Founder & Director, Materials Info Consultancy Private Limited
