Failure to Flawless: Accelerating Quality with Electrochemistry

Abstract Rapid prescreening of prototype materials is a vital process in the development cycle that can be done with ease using electrochemical techniques. Common electrochemical methods that are used to screen coatings are open-circuit potential (OCP) readings, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and rapid electrochemical assessment of paint (REAP). These methods allow for the most important qualities of a coating to be evaluated, such as barrier properties and corrosion protection. Understanding these key properties allows for the identification of top prototypes and more focused testing. Using electrochemistry to accelerate the screening phase leads to faster product development and commercialization to meet customer needs.