Product Name: Nickel Alloy 2.4663 (Alloy 20 / UNS N08020)
Main alloying elements: nickel (Ni), chromium (Cr), molybdenum (Mo), copper (Cu), iron (Fe)
Mechanical properties:
Tensile strength: 515 - 690 MPa (megapascals)
Yield strength: 205 - 310 MPa
Elongation at break: 35 - 45%
Hardness (Rockwell): B85 - C35
Physical Properties:
Density: 8.1 g/cm³
Melting point: approx. 1350 - 1400 °C
Thermal conductivity: 11 - 13 W/(m K)
Electrical conductivity: 2 - 3% IACS (International Annealed Copper Standard)
Chemical composition (in percent by weight):
Nickel (Ni): approx. 32 - 38%
Chromium (Cr): approx. 19 - 21%
Molybdenum (Mo): approx. 2 - 3%
Copper (Cu): approx. 3 - 4%
Iron (Fe): approx. 37 - 44%
Other Trace Elements: Carbon (C), Silicon (Si), Manganese (Mn), Phosphorus (P), Sulfur (S)
Heat treatment:
The nickel alloy 2.4663 can be strengthened by annealing or cold working to achieve specific mechanical properties.
Corrosion resistance:
Nickel alloy 2.4663 offers excellent resistance to a wide range of corrosive media including sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid and alkaline solutions. It is also resistant to stress corrosion cracking and pitting corrosion.
Applications:
Nickel Alloy 2.4663 is used in a variety of applications including:
Chemical processing equipment: tanks, pipelines, pumps
Food and pharmaceutical industry: heat exchangers, tanks, pipelines
Petrochemical industry: reactors, heat exchangers, distillation columns
Seawater environments: piping, heat exchangers
Please note that the values given are indicative and may vary slightly depending on the manufacturing process and specific batch. It is recommended to always check the manufacturer's exact specifications.
