The role of copper in improving corrosion resistance of stainless steels
Copper is normally present in stainless steel as a residual element only. However, it is added to selected alloys in order to enhance their corrosion resistance, particularly in seawater and sulphuric acid solutions. For many years, copper has been seen as an undesirable element within steel production. It has been associated with ‘hot shortness’, where […]
View full articleThe role of molybdenum in improving corrosion resistance of stainless steels
The most common application of molybdenum is in the production of stainless steels and nickel-based alloys. Molybdenum is widely understood to improve the resistance to pitting corrosion of stainless steels, and therefore is a key alloying element in their composition. Duplex, super duplex and austenitic stainless steels within Langley Alloys stock range all utilise molybdenum.
View full articleWhich specifications apply to Alloy 718?
Alloy 718 (Inconel 718, UNS N07718, 2.4668) has become widely used in a large number of applications, due to its high levels of performance, plus ready availability in a variety of product forms. Nickel-chromium alloys are probably the most widely used nickel-based alloys. They are characterised by their excellent corrosion resistance at both ambient and […]
View full articleInconel 718
Nickel-chromium alloys are probably the most widely used nickel-based alloys. They are characterised by their excellent corrosion resistance at both ambient and elevated temperatures – forming a protective film that prevents further oxidation and retention of their mechanical properties over a wide temperature range. They are better known by the Special Metals Corporation tradename Inconel®, […]
View full articleIncoloy 825
Incoloy® 825 (UNS N08825/W.Nr. 2.4858) is a nickel-iron-chromium alloy with additions of molybdenum, copper, and titanium. The Incoloy family of alloys are all based upon a nickel-iron-chromium base composition, but with a varying number of additional alloying elements. They were originally developed and produced by the Special Metals Corporation group of companies, which includes the […]
View full articleNew Guide to Duplex and Super Duplex Stainless Steels
Would you like to know more about super duplex stainless steels? How about learning when and where super duplex stainless steels can be used? Interested to read more about how to fabricate, weld and machine super duplex stainless steels? If you’re already expert in these unique alloys, then we’re probably already working together, directly or […]
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