Nital Etching 5% – Metallographic Etchant for Stainless Steel and Ferrous Alloys- KP-ETCH501

High-performance metallographic etching solution formulated with 5% nitric acid for microstructural analysis of steels and ferrous metals. Nital Etching 5% – KP-ETCH501 is a high-performance metallographic etching solution based on 5% nitric acid (HNO₃) in alcohol, formulated for the chemical attack of carbon steel, stainless steel, and ferrous alloys to reveal their microstructure for microscopic examination. Compatible with ASTM E407. Used for grinding burn detection, weld inspection, microstructure analysis, and quality control. Made in Canada by Groupe KEMPLUS. Applications: Grinding burn inspection · Metallographic microstructure analysis · Weld & HAZ examination · Industrial quality control · Metallographic sample preparation · R&D in materials science Specs: 5% HNO₃ + 95% ethanol/methanol · ASTM E407 · pH 0 · Clear to slightly yellowish liquid · Boiling point ~78°C · Made in Quebec, Canada Safety: ⚠ Corrosive, flammable, toxic. Use gloves, goggles, lab coat. Handle under fume hood. Keep away from heat and flames.