1. What materials are covered in this product range?
Answer:
This range includes high-performance nickel-based alloy round bars and rods, specifically:
Inconel (e.g., 600, 625, 718) - known for excellent high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance.
Hastelloy C276 - highly resistant to oxidizing and reducing agents, acids, and chlorides.
Monel 400 - nickel-copper alloy with superior resistance to seawater and alkalis, plus good mechanical properties.
2. What are the key chemical compositions of these alloys?
| Alloy | Key Elements (%) |
|---|---|
| Inconel | Nickel (Ni) 50–72, Chromium (Cr) 14–23, Mo, Nb |
| Hastelloy C276 | Ni balance, Cr 14.5–16.5, Mo 15–17, Fe 4–7 |
| Monel 400 | Ni ~63, Cu 28–34, Fe 2.5, Mn 1.2 |
These compositions provide excellent resistance to various forms of corrosion and high temperatures.
3. What are the typical mechanical properties in the annealed condition?
| Alloy | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Max Service Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel | 690 – 1100 | 240 – 720 | 25 – 35 | Up to 700 |
| Hastelloy C276 | 690 – 790 | 350 – 400 | 40 | Up to 1040 |
| Monel 400 | 550 | 240 | 30 – 35 | Up to 480 |
4. What sizes and forms are available?
Diameter: 3 mm up to 350 mm (custom sizes available)
Length: Standard up to 6 meters, custom cut-to-length offered
Form: Round bars and rods, including hot rolled, cold drawn, or forged options
Surface Finish: Black (as-rolled), bright annealed, ground, or polished
5. What are the main industries and applications for these alloys?
Aerospace and Power Generation: Turbine components, exhaust ducts, heat exchangers (Inconel)
Chemical Processing: Reactors, scrubbers, heat exchangers (Hastelloy C276)
Marine and Offshore: Pump shafts, valves, seawater piping (Monel 400)
Oil and Gas: Downhole equipment, high-pressure valves
These materials offer superior corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and thermal stability for critical applications.
