In electrochemistry, the
electrochemical potential, , sometimes abbreviated to ECP, is a thermodynamic measure that combines the concepts
of energy stored in the form of chemical potential and electrostatics. Electrochemical potential is expressed in
the unit of J/mol. --
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This table presents the electrochemical potential difference (in mV) for pairs of common metal alloys, when in
the presence of water with 2% salt content.
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the "X" metal is attacked |
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the contact is practically neutral |
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the "Y" metal is attacked |
1: Aluminum-Bronze Brass 30% Zinc Values obtained from 1997
Huber+Suhner "RF Connector Guide" |
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