| 1. Chemical or dry corrosion |
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Takes place above the deck. Rusty iron is a good example of a corrosion by which the metals are broken apart by combinations of elements in the metal.
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| 2. Electrochemical or wet corrosion |
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This is a corrosion that is not as well known as chemical or dry corrosion. This takes place when there is an electrolyte in between two different metals. The electrochemical corrosion is known as electrolysis or galvanic corrosion. An example of electrochemical corrosion is a battery. With two metal connections and water a basic battery is formed. |
Many boat owners who feel they know enough house-wiring feel they can also wire the electrical system on a boat. Insurance companies understand that a boats electrical system is more dangerous than house wiring. With improper electrical wiring on a boat it can case battery drain, system faults, or in worst case electrolysis and fires. Improper wiring is common on a boat. When someone hires an electrician who is cheap the wiring may not be done properly. After a few years is when a problem may occur.
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To learn more about electrolysis and how to prevent electrolysis damage please visit some of these informational links:
Jefa.com
Offers good information on Electrolysis on GRP and composite yachts, aluminum
and steal yachts, sailboats, solutions and test methods
Yardina.com
Offers a Non-technical explanation on boat electrolysis
Islandnet.com
Information on how to protect your boat from electrolysis and corrosion
MarineDirect
Provides a solution for electrolysis problems
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As you may already know insurance companies do not generally
cover electrolysis. To find out more on what is typically
covered by insurance companies, please visit B.I.Q.'s resource pages.
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