Archive for October, 2013

Hamworthy 4550 Mk2 Air Compressor

Very interesting air compressor sold recently at auction.
The correct model number is Hamworthy 4S50-MK2.

This multi-stage compressor pumps to 6000 psi!
Manual available –  request manual via a “Comment” on this blog.

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Galvanic Corrosion

Galvanic Corrosion - Stainless Steel and AL

The photo shows a small amount of aluminum that was transferred to the root of the third thread on this 1/2″ x 1″ stainless steel bolt. The bolt was threaded into an aluminum extrusion that was submerged in lake water for about 5 months. The pH of the lake water is approximately 7.7.

This small amount of aluminum was enough to bind the bolt and make it very difficult to un-do.

The following link to Wikipedia provides an explanation of the process.  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galvanic_corrosion


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