Localized corrosion of stainless steels can sometimes cause unexpected failures even in environments
considered harmless. A basically harmless environment can change dramatically if there is a possibility
of concentration due to evaporation of water. Due to evaporation, some salts may start to precipitate and
thus the ionic ratios of solution in contact with stainless steel can change. Precipitation of sulfur compounds
changes the ionic relationship between chlorides and sulfates and thus enhances the risk of localized
corrosion. The aim of this study is to define the dependences of localized corrosion risks on the
chloride content, temperature, oxidation state and sulfate content of the solution. Special attention has
been paid to such concentrations and such compositions which can form due to extensive evaporation
and in situations where precipitation is also possible. A quantitative approach to model the relationships
between various variables is described. The effect of concentration on aggressiveness of water is illustrated
with the help of an example.