Tag Archives: nickel alloys

Differentiating Nickel Alloys: Monel, Hastelloy & Inconel?

Posted on December 29, 2022 by Kathleen

Nickel alloys are known for their corrosion resistance, but each material has its own special focus. This newsletter gives a quick summary of the top grades.             Monel: Saltwater…And Strength For years, Monel bolts have been the go-to material for saltwater resistance by the military. … Continue reading →

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Nickel Alloys Part 1: Moderate Corrosion

Posted on November 2, 2017 by dean

Nickel alloys are a special class of metals containing high levels of nickel (often greater than 20%). They play a key role in industry for their unique combination of high strength, corrosion resistance to harsh acids (like hydrochloric and sulfuric) and high temperature stability. This two-part newsletter will help summarize the distinct benefits of the … Continue reading →

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Most Common of Hastelloy Fasteners Reviewed

Posted on July 25, 2017 by dean

hastelloy-grades_smallHastelloy alloys have long been the gold standard of corrosion resistant bolts; only out performed by metals like Zirconium and Tantalum. This family of high performance nickel alloys can handle strong acids like hydrochloric, sulfuric, acetic, formic and phosphoric acids, yet each grade actually exhibits its own strengths in dealing with specific acids and niche environments. … Continue reading →

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