Polyaniline (PANi) and poly(l,5-diaminonaphthalene) (PDAN) films can be dep
osited on iron from aqueous sulfuric acid. The films exhibit electroactive
properties similar to those of PANi and PDAN generated on platinum. Electro
synthesis performed in the presence of both monomers leads to a composite h
im which presents excellent adhesion properties on iron. The composite film
imparts a form of anodic protection for at least 9 days in pH 4 sulfate me
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