[meteorite-list] Brenham Stabilized with vacuum treatment

From: McCartney Taylor <mccartney_at_meteoritecentral.com>
Date: Sat, 20 Jan 2007 17:37:58 -0600
Message-ID: <1169336278.5530.23.camel_at_Game-machine>

As mentioned in previous emails, Brenham has been unfairly maligned. It
does come out of a moist environment, and the current Brenhams being
found have residual ground moisture in them. However, they can be
easily stabilized with the use of a near perfect vacuum to remove
moisture.

Any iron is always in a fight against Oxy and water, the vacuum
treatment will mitigate even the worst rusting issues. Returning it too
space conditions. Following up with a sealant will arrest any corrosion.

After my last posting, I've chosen to put my money where my mouth is.
I've purchased a Arnold Brenham and have had it cut and stabilized using
a vacuum chamber, corrosion inhibitor impregnation and finally an
Opticon/epoxy sealant. These beautiful slices are full of olivine and
will be available in my room at Inn Suites room 230 with Anne Black.

McCartney Taylor, IMCA 2760
Inn Suites Room 230.
Received on Sat 20 Jan 2007 06:37:58 PM PST