Exotic Alloys for Springs
Inconel X-750
Inconel X-750 is a nickel chromium alloy originally developed for use in the high-stress environment of nuclear energy generation. This material is considered the gold-standard in spring manufacturing, as it provides the maximum corrosion and temperature resistance (up to 1300º F). In fact, the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) has approved Inconel X750 for downhole gas exposure.
Hastelloy C-276
Hastelloy C-276 offers improved performance over stainless steel products but is more cost-effective than other materials. This corrosion-resistant material is a nickel molybdenum chromium alloy with tungsten. Hastelloy C-276 can withstand up to 750º F and is resistant to crevice corrosion, pitting and oxidizing agents. It is often used in sour gas wells and other especially severe conditions.
Elgiloy
Considered in the industrial sector to be a “super alloy,” Elgiloy contains a mixture of iron, nickel, chromium, manganese, cobalt and molybdenum. This non-magnetic material resists corrosion – particularly chlorides – and is appropriate for use at very high temperatures (up to 850º F.) Elgiloy is the ideal material for providing maximum strength in a small space.
Inconel 600
Wire size range: .010”- .625”
Operating range of 32 to 700 F
Standard Specification per ASTM B166
Benefits: wide range of sizes, Great Corrosion Resistance, Great at elevated temperatures
Inconel X-750
Wire size range: .010”- .625”
Operating 1100F MAX
Standard Specification per AMS5698, 5699
Benefits: wide range of sizes, Great Corrosion Resistance, Great at elevated temperatures, Great at sub-zero temperatures as well.
Monel 400
Wire size range: .020”- .500”
Operating 450F MAX
Standard Specification per ASTM B164
Benefits: wide range of sizes, Great Corrosion Resistance, Great at elevated temperatures, Good for Chemical processing equipment, Great at sub-zero temperatures as well.
Monel 500K
Wire size range: .020”- .625”
Operating 500F MAX
Standard Specification per QQ-N-286
Benefits: wide range of sizes, Great Corrosion Resistance, Great at elevated temperatures, Good for Chemical processing equipment, Great at sub-zero temperatures as well, greater strength compared to Monel 400.
Hastelloy C-276
Wire size range: .020”- .437”
Operating 400F MAX
Standard Specification per ASTM B574
Benefits: wide range of sizes, exceptional resistance to stress corrosion cracking in chloride-bearing solutions, Good for Chemical processing equipment and salt water applications
Titanium Beta C
Wire size range: .020”- .625”
Operating 600F MAX
Standard Specification per ASM 4957
Benefits: wide range of sizes, light weight, Great for most Oil and Gas sour well environments, Good for Ferric and Sodium Chloride Environments,
Titanium 6-4 (Grade 5)
Wire size range: .020”- .250”
Operating 500F MAX
Standard Specification per ASM 4928
Benefits: Good general corrosion resistance and light weight.
MP35N
Wire size range: .010”- .750”
Operating 500F MAX
Standard Specification per ASM 5844
Benefits: Excellent corrosion, Great for most Oil and Gas sour well environments, Excellent strength properties, and Great in salt water applications.
Elgiloy
Wire size range: .010”- .750”
Operating 600F MAX
Standard Specification per ASM 5834
Benefits: Excellent corrosion, Great for most Oil and Gas sour well environments, Excellent strength properties, Good for cyclical applications, and Great in salt water applications.