摘要 |
The present invention provides a method for removing niobium-rich second-phase-particle (SPP) deposits from zirconium-niobium alloy components. The method comprises washing a freshly pickled and rinsed zirconium-niobium alloy component with an acidified oxalic acid or ammonium oxalate washing solution. The method of the present invention results in a rapid, efficient and complete removal of surface SPP deposits from the zirconium-niobium alloy component without pitting, leaving behind a clean, shiny surface without the need to use water blasting or mechanical wiping operations. |