What is the difference between Inconel 625 and hastelloy C276?
Inconel 625 and Hastelloy C-276 are both nickel-chromium-molybdenum based alloys. They both have excellent corrosion resistance and good strength. In comparison, Inconel 625 has a higher chromium content, while Hastelloy C-276 has a higher molybdenum content.
What are the disadvantages of Inconel 625?
The complex composition and high production costs of Inconel 625 make it more expensive than many other materials. Processing Challenges: The toughness of Inconel 625 makes it more difficult to process, requiring specialized tools and processes.
What is Hastelloy C276 used for?
Hastelloy C276 seamless pipes have a wide range of applications in the oil and gas industry, especially in harsh environments and corrosive fluids. These pipes are often used in offshore platforms, refineries, and petrochemical plants.
What is Inconel 625 used for?
Some applications require the strength and corrosion resistance of INCONEL 625 alloy, such as bubble caps, piping, reaction vessels, distillation columns, heat exchangers, transfer piping and valves.
Inconel Alloy 625 vs Hastelloy Alloy C-276 Chemical Composition
| Inconel 625 | Hastelloy C-276 | |
|---|---|---|
| Density, g/cm³ | 8.44 | 8.89 |
| Density, lb/in.³ | 0.305 | 0.321 |
| Melting Range, °F | 2350-2460 | 2415-2500 |
| Melting Range, °C | 1290-1350 | 1323-1371 |
Conclusion
Gnee Steel is a supplier of Inconel 625 and hastelloy C276, with products covering tubes, pipes, plates, strips, plates, round bars, flat bars, forged billets, hexagons, wire and extruded profiles. We work with steel mills to provide customers with 625 alloy, and its products meet or exceed many leading industry standards, including ASTM, ASME, SAE, AMS, ISO, DIN, EN and BS standards.
Gnee Steel stocks and sells Inconel 625 and hastelloy C276 tubes, pipes, plates, strips, plates, round bars, flat bars, forged billets, hexagons, wire and extruded profiles. You are welcome to contact us for a quote at any time at ss@gneesteel.com
