Silicates
Definitions
Compounds that inhibit corrosion on aluminum surfaces and protect against cavitation
Gerry community context
Related mailing-list messages and current discussions from Gerry. These are community context for the dictionary term.
- Re: CHEAP Silicate/Phosphate free anti-freeze
Historical mailing list · Sun, 5 Dec 1999 11:41:58 -0600
According to the guys at the VW dealer Vanagon's must use the blue Autobahn coolant because it contains silicates. Your claim that silicates...
- Coolant Problems
Historical mailing list · Fri, 20 Aug 1999 17:51:37 EDT
...John Ruck, director of parts management at Detroit Diesel, said the lack of silicates in the coolant apparently causes the gasket problem. He said...
- Re: VW antifreeze ?
Historical mailing list · Sun, 23 Dec 2001 14:28:16 -0600
...They said the red didn't have silicates. I remember reading on the list not having silicates will ruin the WBX waterpump. Nathan 85...
Related Terms
- aluminum corrosionEngine and fuel systems
corrosion that occurs in aluminum parts, often accelerated by phosphates
- aerationEngine and fuel systems
the process of introducing air into the coolant, which can accelerate corrosion
- AntifreezeEngine and fuel systems
A substance that prevents freezing of the coolant in vehicle engines
- BoratesEngine and fuel systems
Compounds that provide buffering and neutralization of acidic combustion gas by-products
- corrosion inhibitorsEngine and fuel systems
substances added to coolant to prevent corrosion, such as sodium nitrite or sodium benzoate
- Crevice corrosionEngine and fuel systems
Corrosion occurring in crevices or areas where moisture accumulates