EP2577256A2 - Procédé et appareil de contrôle de corrosion - Google Patents

Procédé et appareil de contrôle de corrosion

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EP2577256A2
EP2577256A2 EP11739119.3A EP11739119A EP2577256A2 EP 2577256 A2 EP2577256 A2 EP 2577256A2 EP 11739119 A EP11739119 A EP 11739119A EP 2577256 A2 EP2577256 A2 EP 2577256A2
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fluid
corrosion
valve
assembly
pipe
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Michael Clay
Ty Harnett
Matthew Northover
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Heating System Innovations Ltd
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01N—INVESTIGATING OR ANALYSING MATERIALS BY DETERMINING THEIR CHEMICAL OR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
    • G01N17/00—Investigating resistance of materials to the weather, to corrosion, or to light
    • G01N17/006—Investigating resistance of materials to the weather, to corrosion, or to light of metals
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01N—INVESTIGATING OR ANALYSING MATERIALS BY DETERMINING THEIR CHEMICAL OR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
    • G01N17/00—Investigating resistance of materials to the weather, to corrosion, or to light
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01N—INVESTIGATING OR ANALYSING MATERIALS BY DETERMINING THEIR CHEMICAL OR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
    • G01N17/00—Investigating resistance of materials to the weather, to corrosion, or to light
    • G01N17/04—Corrosion probes
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01N—INVESTIGATING OR ANALYSING MATERIALS BY DETERMINING THEIR CHEMICAL OR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
    • G01N17/00—Investigating resistance of materials to the weather, to corrosion, or to light
    • G01N17/04—Corrosion probes
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01N—INVESTIGATING OR ANALYSING MATERIALS BY DETERMINING THEIR CHEMICAL OR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
    • G01N17/00—Investigating resistance of materials to the weather, to corrosion, or to light
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    • G01N17/043—Coupons
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  • the invention relates to a method and apparatus for corrosion monitoring, for example to permit sensing of the occurrence of a predetermined level of corrosion.
  • Corrosion for example electrolytic corrosion
  • this invention relates primarily to monitoring corrosion in a wet central heating system, it could also be used in, for example, industrial systems in which working fluids in pipe systems may comprise steam, hot combustion products and other corrosive substances. Over time corrosion can damage the structure of the fluid system leading to failure. For example a pipe wall or radiator may be thinned by corrosion until it mechanically fails under pressure or structural load. Deposits of corrosion can accelerate wear of mechanical components and reduce overall system efficiency.
  • Central heating systems frequently employ water as a working fluid for the transport of heat.
  • Such heating systems frequency comprise a number of different metals for example copper, aluminium, brass and steel, comprising for example pipes, heat exchangers, pumps, fittings and radiators.
  • Electrolytic corrosion occurs due to the dissimilar metals and the presence of water which acts as an electrolyte, resulting in accelerated corrosion of less noble materials, for example steel.
  • the corrosion of metal parts may lead to the build-up of sludge typically comprising iron oxide or rust. Corrosion may further damage parts or reduce their efficiency.
  • a corrosion inhibitor to the working fluid. This is typically a liquid comprising various chemicals that is added to the working fluid. The effect of such corrosion inhibitors may diminish over time due to degradation of the chemicals.
  • the addition of fresh working fluid to the system which may take place as a result of maintenance, will also tend to dilute the concentration of the corrosion inhibitor and reduce its effectiveness. It is known that damage resulting from corrosion can result in reductions in overall central heating system efficiency and can damage components and prevent them from working.
  • a known technique for measuring the rate of corrosion within fluid systems is to measure the electrical resistance of a metallic element immersed in the fluid. Changes in the resistance of the metallic element in contact with the fluid are attributable to metal loss from the exposed element. An incremental change in resistance is proportional to an increment of corrosion.
  • a reference resistor element which is not exposed to the fluid is typically incorporated into the probe comprising the metallic element in contact with the fluid, and the ratio of resistance of the reference and exposed element is typically measured to eliminate changes in resistance due to temperature.
  • An example of a resistance based corrosion monitoring system is described in US3094865. Such prior art resistance based corrosion monitoring devices are directed towards providing a measurement of the rate of corrosion over a relatively short period of time.
  • US6131443 discloses a corrosion monitor that indicates when a threshold level of corrosion has taken place.
  • a corrodible interior wall excludes fluid from an interior cavity of the monitor.
  • the interior cavity includes a material that reacts with the fluid to indicate penetration of the corrodible wall by the fluid.
  • An optical indication means is disclosed in which a transparent window of the interior cavity is coated with a material that changes colour when the corrodible interior wall has been penetrated by the fluid.
  • This invention requires that the corrodible element be of sufficient thickness to survive the pressure of the fluid and this limits the minimum threshold that the device is responsive to.
  • the indication by means of a colour change could easily not be noticed due to difficult viewing conditions or a failure to actively inspect a device for colour change.
  • a method of corrosion detection within a fluid handling system containing a fluid comprising the steps of: providing an element that is sensitive to corrosion and in contact with the fluid; electrically monitoring the continuity of the element; and automatically providing an indication of a break in continuity of the element; wherein the element is arranged to break in response to a predetermined threshold level of corrosion.
  • an apparatus for corrosion detection within a fluid handling system containing a fluid comprising: a sensor housing; an element that is sensitive to corrosion and in contact with a fluid of the fluid handling system; an electrical readout circuit arranged to monitor the continuity of the element; indication means for providing an indication that the electrical readout circuit has detected a break in continuity of the element; wherein the element is arranged to break in response to a predetermined threshold level of corrosion.
  • the threshold level of corrosion may be arranged at a level below that at which significant damage to the components of the fluid handling system takes place.
  • the continuity of the element may be monitored by testing the electrical continuity of the element.
  • the element could be arranged to prevent electrical contact between electrical contacts which are resiliently biased towards one another, for example by a spring, breaking of the element resulting in electrical contact between said electrical contacts occurring and thereby providing an indication that there is a break in the continuity of the element.
  • the element may comprise steel or iron.
  • the iron may be a high purity iron, for example comprising greater than 99% iron by weight.
  • the element may be removably attachable.
  • the element may be held in place by magnetic force, but other means are also envisaged.
  • the element may be under tension. Where the electrical continuity of the element is being monitored then the tension in the element may be imparted by forces applied to the element by electrical contacts to which the element is connected. Where the element serves, when continuous, to prevent electrical contact between two electrical contacts, then the element may be mounted upon one of the contacts and the tension imparted by forces applied by, for example, that contact.
  • the fluid handling system may comprise a central heating system.
  • the monitoring of the element may comprise automatic periodic testing.
  • a cap or other housing or enclosure may be provided to protect the element from particles and hydrodynamic forces while allowing sufficient fluid communication for corrosion of the element to be representative of corrosion in the fluid handling system.
  • the cap or other enclosure may comprise a filter or particle separator arranged to protect the element from particles.
  • the cap may comprise or define a flow restrictor or fluid flow rate trimming device arranged to protect the element from hydrodynamic forces.
  • the sensor housing may comprise a standard pipe fitting for connection to a fluid system, or may be adapted to fit into a standard pipe fitting.
  • the invention also relates to an assembly for installing a device to a pipe, the assembly comprising a housing securable to the pipe and to which the device can be attached, a valve operable to control fluid communication between the pipe and a volume within the housing, the valve comprising at least one self cutting valve, operable to perforate the pipe.
  • the device may comprise a monitoring apparatus of the type defined hereinbefore.
  • Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a sensor assembly of a corrosion monitor according to an embodiment of the invention
  • Figure 2 is a further schematic diagram of a sensor assembly of a corrosion monitor according to an embodiment of the invention.
  • Figure 3 is a further schematic diagram of a sensor assembly of a corrosion monitor according to an embodiment of the invention
  • Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of a control and readout circuit of a corrosion monitor according to an embodiment of the invention
  • Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of an apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention installed in a central heating system adjacent to a radiator;
  • Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of an apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention installed in a central heating system adjacent to a pipe;
  • Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of a sensor housing according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIGS. 1 and 2 are schematic diagrams of a sensor assembly 11 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • a sensor element 1 is attached to electrical contacts 2 that are in turn connected to an electrical connector 3 suitable for receiving a corresponding connector 12.
  • a cap assembly 4 is provided with a fluid inlet 5, a filter 6 and a fluid outlet 7.
  • a sensor housing 10 is arranged to support the sensor element 1 , electrical contacts 2 and electrical connector 3.
  • a control and readout device 30 is provided with test and warning LEDs 34, 35 and a test button 37.
  • the sensor element 1 comprises a thin metal foil or wire or other member of an electrically conductive corrodible material representative of the type of material present in the fluid system in which the device is installed, for example mild steel.
  • the sensor element 1 is electrically and mechanically connected to the electrical contacts 2.
  • the electrical contacts 2 may be arranged to provide a tension force on the sensor element 1. The tension force may be selected to provide additional control over the corrosion predetermined threshold to which the sensor will respond.
  • the electrical contacts 2 may be connected to the sensor element 1.
  • the sensor element 1 may comprise a thinned region in the centre and thicker, more robust regions where it is connected to the electrical contacts 2.
  • the sensor element 1 may be protected from corrosion and mechanical damage prior to installation by a protective coating of a material that is soluble in the working fluid.
  • the protective coating material may be water soluble and not cause damage to the fluid system when in solution.
  • the protective coating material may comprise sodium nitrate.
  • the sensor element 1 may be attached to the electrical contacts 2 by magnetic force, for example using high temperature capable neodymium magnets. However, other attachment techniques including the use of welding, soldering, adhesives or other techniques could be used. Alternatively the sensor element 1 may be arranged with features, for example holes, to receive the electrical contacts 2 so that the tension forces from the electrical contacts 2 tend to engage the sensor element 1 with the electrical contacts 2. Other techniques for electrically connecting the sensor element 1 to the electrical contacts 2 are also envisaged. Further more, whilst as illustrated the element is under tension, this need not always be the case.
  • the sensor element 1 may comprise a wire, which may be wrapped around the electrical contacts 2.
  • the sensor element 1 may comprise a resistive track disposed on an insulating substrate, for example a printed circuit board, a ceramic substrate or a plastic part.
  • the electrical contacts 2 are connected to an electrical connector 3 suitable for receiving a corresponding connector 12 to allow electrical connection to be made between the with the sensor element 1 and the control and readout device 30.
  • the cap assembly 4 is arranged to be received by the sensor housing 10, for example by a screw connection, push fit or bonded connection.
  • the cap assembly 4 protects the sensor element 1 from damage arising from particles and hydrodynamic forces, and allows appropriate fluid communication to the sensor element 1.
  • the fluid inlet 5 is arranged with a filter 6 that separates particles from the incoming fluid.
  • the filter is selected to separate particles that may damage the sensor element 1 when they impact upon it due to the flow of fluid around the sensor element 1.
  • the fluid outlet 7 is arranged to restrict the flow of fluid to prevent damage to the sensor element 1 arising from hydrodynamic forces.
  • the fluid inlet 5 and fluid outlet 7 are arranged to allow fluid to flow past the sensor element 1 when the cap is assembled. A plurality of fluid inlets and outlets may be arranged in different positions on the cap.
  • the sensor housing 10 may be of such diameter to allow it to be fitted to a system of pipe-work or a heating component such as a radiator or boiler using a standard compression fitting.
  • the sensor housing 10 may be provided with a threaded outer body and connector to allow it to be attached to a system of pipe-work or heating component.
  • the sensor housing 10 and cap assembly 4 may comprise a plastics material, a resin or an acrylic, or may be a ceramic or formed from another material, preferably a material that is not electrically conductive.
  • the material of the cap may be selected to reduce the risk of particles adhering thereto, in use. Whilst this may be achieved by the use of a suitable material, it may also be possible to achieve this effect by the application of an appropriate coating to all or part of the cap.
  • the sensor housing preferably comprises an electrically insulating material which is resistant to chemicals, for example acids, has good mechanical properties, is suitable for use at elevated temperatures such as 100 degrees C, and is able to withstand fluid pressures in excess of 6 bar. For example it may comprise an engineering plastics material.
  • the sensor element 1 is electrically conductive and that its continuity is monitored by sensing whether or not a current can flow along the length of the sensor element 1.
  • Other techniques are possible for sensing the continuity or otherwise of the sensor element 1.
  • Figure 3 shows a variation of the sensor assembly 11 described above in which the sensor element 1 is attached to a spring arm 9 on which is carried an electrical contact 2.
  • the spring arm 9 urges the electrical contacts 2 together, and the corrodible sensor element 1 is connected between a fixed anchor 8 and the spring arm 9 to hold the electrical contacts 2 apart when the element is intact.
  • the spring arm 9 and contacts 2 may preferably be made from a less-corrodible material than the element 1.
  • the sensor element 1 may allow the spring arm 9 to close the electrical contacts 2 when the element has corroded sufficiently.
  • the spring arm 9 imparts a tension to the sensor element 1 which may break the sensor element 1 when it has corroded sufficiently and the contacts 2 may thereupon be closed by the urging of the spring arm 9.
  • the closure of the switch contacts 2 indicates lack of continuity in the sensor element 1.
  • Other aspects of the sensor assembly 11 remain substantially as previously described.
  • the arrangement of Figure 3 operates by monitoring the mechanical integrity or continuity of the sensor element rather than monitoring its electrical integrity.
  • the sensor element of the Figure 3 arrangement need not necessarily, therefore, be electrically conductive.
  • FIG 4 is a schematic diagram of a control and readout device 30 of a corrosion monitor comprising a battery 31 , a programmable micro-processor 32, resistors 33 in combination with the sensor element 1, a test LED 34 and warning LED 35, a buzzer 36 and a test button 37.
  • the control and readout device may also initiate remote monitoring via a mobile phone, building management system, PC or laptop (not shown) to provide a warning to the user. It will be appreciated that the invention is not restricted to the combination of components shown in Figure 3, and that a wide range of alterations may be made without departing from the scope of the invention.
  • the micro-processor 32 is arranged with a suitable program and is connected with the other circuit elements to control the operation of the corrosion monitor 20.
  • the control and readout circuit 30 is arranged to consume the minimum amount of power to enable a very long battery life.
  • the battery 31 preferably has a high power density and is suitable for long term low current use and conveniently comprises a lithium based primary cell.
  • the micro-processor 32 is preferably selected to consume very little power, and is preferably arranged with a sleep mode in which minimum power is consumed.
  • the sensor element 1 may be connected in series with resistors 33 to limit the current through the sensor element during operation.
  • the control and readout circuit device may be connected to the sensor assembly 1 1 and sensor element 1 by an electrical connector 12 that cooperates with the electrical connector 3 of the sensor assembly 11.
  • the control and readout device may alternatively be housed within or formed integrally with the sensor assembly 11.
  • the micro-processor 32 may periodically, for instance daily, check the electrical continuity of the sensor element 1. If the sensor element 1 is still providing an electrical connection between the electrical contacts 2, the test LED 34 will flash to indicate that the test has been carried out.
  • the micro-processor may preferably be arranged to operate in a reduced power mode between tests. If the sensor element 1 is broken and is not providing an electrical connection between the electrical contacts 2, the warning LED 35 will be flashed for a period to indicate that corrosion levels have exceeded a predetermined threshold. After the warning LED has been flashing for a period of time, for example four hours, a buzzer 36 may also be sounded intermittently.
  • the predetermined threshold at which the corrosion monitor 20 will provide a warning is defined by the characteristics of the sensor assembly 11 , for example the thickness of the sensor element 1 and amount of tension imparted to it by the electrical contacts 2.
  • the warning threshold of the corrosion monitor 20 is set to provide a warning of corrosion in a timely manner to allow appropriate corrective action to be taken, for example the addition of a corrosion inhibitor to the working fluid.
  • the micro-processor 32 may periodically check the output voltage of the battery 31. If the voltage is low, an indication may is provided using the buzzer 36. An additional LED may be provided to indicate battery status. The indication of low battery voltage is arranged to be easily distinguished from the indication that the sensor element 1 has broken.
  • a test button 37 is provided that when pressed initiates a check of the battery voltage and electrical continuity of the sensor element 1 and the results may subsequently be indicated in the same way as for the periodic automatic tests.
  • FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram of an apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention installed in a central heating system.
  • the corrosion monitor 20 comprises the connected sensor assembly 1 1 and control and readout device 30, and is connected to the central heating system by means of a standard fitting 24 at the return from a radiator 21.
  • a lock shield valve 22 may be installed before the corrosion monitor 20.
  • a control valve 23, for example a thermostatic control valve, may be fitted at the radiator inlet flow connection. This arrangement of valves allows the corrosion monitor 20 to be isolated to facilitate maintenance or replacement and corrosion inhibitor may be conveniently introduced to the drained radiator at the same time.
  • the corrosion monitor 20 is installed in the central heating system and is exposed on a continuous basis to the working fluid of the system under the same conditions as the components of the heating system. It will be appreciated that the system does not need to be constantly monitored, and will automatically draw attention to corrosion levels above a pre-defined predetermined threshold that is set to ensure that timely corrective action is possible.
  • FIG. 6 is an alternative schematic diagram of an apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention installed in a central heating system.
  • the corrosion monitor 20 is mounted on a T connector in a loop of pipe-work adjacent to a return pipe 27.
  • Isolation valves 25 and 26 are provided to allow maintenance to be conveniently carried out on the corrosion monitor 20.
  • Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of an assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention comprising a first housing part 50 and a second housing part 51 , bolts or screws 56, or other suitable fittings, self cutting valves 52, an injection point 54, a compression nut 55 and a bleed valve 59.
  • the first housing part 50 comprises an internal channel 62 and a recess 58.
  • the assembly is shown attached to a pipe 57 of a central heating system (the pipe being shown in broken lines in Figure 7).
  • the self cutting valves 52 comprise a threaded body part 63, and plunger lever 53, cutters 60 and seal elements 61 that seal the interface between the valve 52 and pipe 57. Further seal elements (not labelled) are included between the threaded body 63 and the first housing part 50, and between the plunger and lever 53 and the threaded body 63 at both the seat of the plunger and the stem of the lever.
  • the lever 53 controls the position of the plunger of the valve, and may be rotated to move the plunger between a position in which the valve is closed, and positions in which the valve is open.
  • the assembly provides a means by which a sensor element 1, carried on a sensor housing 10 may conveniently be introduced into a central heating system without the need for specialist plumbing skills, and without draining any part of the heating system of water.
  • the assembly is installed by clamping the first 50 and second 51 housing parts around the pipe 57 using the screws 56.
  • the pipe 57 of Figure 7 is a 22mm diameter standard copper pipe of the type typically used in central heating systems.
  • the first housing part 50 and second housing part 51 are provided with pipe recesses that conform to the external profile of the pipe 57.
  • the self cutting valves 52 are either removed from the first housing part 50 prior to clamping around the pipe, or are screwed out of the housing 50 to a position in which the cutters 60 will not contact the pipe 57 when the assembly is clamped around it.
  • the self cutting valves 52 are then installed into the first housing part 50 by screwing the threaded body 63 of each valve fully into the first housing part 50, so that the cutter 60 perforates the pipe 57, and the seal element 61 seals the interface between the threaded body 63 of the self cutting valve 52 and the pipe 57.
  • the self cutting valve 52, seal 61 , pipe 57, first housing part 50 and second housing part 51 are arranged so that the seals function to prevent water being lost from the heating system as the cutter 60 perforates the pipe 57.
  • each self cutting valve 52 should be in the fully closed position when the valves 52 are installed in the first housing part 50 to prevent the possibility of leaks in the event that the sensor housing has not yet been properly installed in the recess 58.
  • the sensor housing 10 including the sensor element 1 (not shown in Figure 7) is installed in the first housing part 50 at the recess 58 by a compression fit using the compression nut 55.
  • a compression olive (not shown) is used to provide a seal between the sensor housing 10 and the first housing part 50.
  • the recess 58 of the assembly is arranged to receive the sensor housing so that, in use, fluid flowing within the channel 62 will flow past the face of the sensor housing 10, thereby coming into contact with the sensor element 1.
  • one of the valves 52 may be opened by turning the lever 53, thereby retracting the plunger from its seat.
  • a positive pressure exists with the pipe 57 water from the central heating system will thereby be introduced to the internal channel 62 of the first housing part 50. Since the internal channel 62 is a sealed volume, air will be trapped within channel. The trapped air may be released by opening the bleed valve 59.
  • the bleed valve 59 is arranged to ensure that substantially all the air may be removed from the internal channel 62, thereby ensuring that the face of the installed sensor housing and the sensor element are in contact with the water, and preventing air being introduced to the heating system.
  • a second valve 52 may be opened.
  • a slight pressure gradient will exist along the length of the pipe resulting in a pressure difference between the inlets of the valves 52 of the installed assembly.
  • a flow through the channel 62 results from such a pressure difference, circulating the water of the central heating system past the sensor element 1 so that it is in contact with a flow of water representative of the corrosion environment for other parts of the heating system.
  • the valves 52 may be used to isolate the channel 62 of the assembly at any time, for instance when the sensor element 1 needs to be replaced. With the channel 62 isolated from the central heating system, little or no water will leak from the system when the sensor housing 10 is removed from the recess 58. When a new sensor element 1 has been installed and the sensor housing 10 replaced, the assembly may be bled of any air using the bleed valve 59, and the valves 52 opened again.
  • the injection point 54 comprises a non-return valve through which fluid may be added to the central heating system.
  • the invention provides a low cost, convenient method and apparatus for corrosion detection. More specifically the invention provides for an obvious indication that remedial action is required to prevent fluid systems from suffering significant damage from corrosion.
  • Prior art approaches have generally been directed towards providing a measurement of the rate of corrosion, and therefore required constant monitoring to indicate that a threshold had been reached.
  • Known predetermined threshold based corrosion indicators are limited in their sensitivity and do not provide sufficiently obvious indication. The present invention overcomes these limitations.
  • providing an assembly with a valve to control fluid communication with the sensor element allows the sensor element to be conveniently replaced.
  • Providing an assembly with self cutting valves allows the sensor to be introduced to the central heating system without draining the system by a person who is not skilled in plumbing, and without the need for specialist tools.
  • Providing two valves results in the potential for flow through the assembly past the sensor element in a manner which is representative of the corrosion environment of the parts to be protected. Little or no water loss takes place on installing the assembly, and no air is introduced to the system. Replacement of the sensor is very simple, requiring only a few minutes.
  • FIG. 7 Whilst the arrangement shown in Figure 7 is particularly suitable for use in the installation and support of a corrosion monitoring device, it will be appreciated that it may be used in other applications. For example, devices other than a corrosion monitoring device may be installed in a central heating system or other piped fluid system using the arrangement of Figure 7. Furthermore, although one specific form of arrangement is shown in Figure 7, it will be appreciated that it may be modified without departing from the scope of the invention. For example, the air bleed and/or inlet device may be omitted, and the forms of the self cutting valves may be modified.

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L'invention concerne un procédé de détection de corrosion dans un système de traitement de fluide contenant un fluide. Ce procédé consiste : à obtenir un élément sensible à la corrosion, en contact avec le fluide; à contrôler électriquement la continuité de l'élément; et à fournir automatiquement une indication de rupture de continuité de l'élément; l'élément étant conçu pour se rompre en réponse à un niveau seuil prédéterminé de corrosion. L'invention concerne également un appareil destiné à être mis en oeuvre dans ce procédé. Cet appareil peut facultativement comprendre un capuchon, un logement ou autre enveloppe conçu pour protéger l'élément des particules et de forces hydrodynamiques, tout en permettant une communication de fluide suffisante pour que la corrosion de l'élément soit représentative de la corrosion du système de gestion de fluide. L'invention concerne encore un assemblage destiné à être utilisé dans l'installation de l'appareil, mettant en oeuvre des vannes à auto-coupure permettant l'installation de l'appareil sans nécessité de drainage du système.
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