Electrochemical Investigation of API X60 Steel in Simulated Oil Environment: Corrosion Behavior and Surface Characterization

Key Points

• Corrosion behavior of API X60 steel was significantly affected by the simulated oil environment, leading to observable deterioration.
• The electrochemical measurements revealed that transfer resistance increased notably over a set period within simulated conditions.
• Analyses included surface characterization through various techniques, highlighting changes due to corrosion mechanisms.
• Understanding these corrosion dynamics is crucial for improving the longevity of API X60 steel in oil extraction applications.