Have you ever considered choosing Inconel for any of your upcoming projects? In case you’re not really familiar about it, Inconel happens to be a trading name designating a series of nickel-chromium-based superalloys. Aside from the fact that it is able to maintain the integrity of its structure in high-temperature atmospheres, it’s also known for its high levels of oxidation resistance and corrosion resistance. Various Inconel alloys differ in properties such as elasticity and resistance to corrosion, malleability, temperature, and more. Since Inconel is a relatively expensive material compared to most formulations of stainless steel and other materials, it is best reserved for some of the toughest use conditions where other options won’t work as well. Here are some of its popular uses:
Rapid Temperature Changes
Since most Inconel alloys have the ability to retain outstanding oxidation resistance at both high and low temperatures, you can use a single basket made from Inconel in various processes where temperatures can differ between heat treatment highs and near-cryogenic lows in rapid succession.
Rigorous Heat Treat Applications
It won’t lose shape as it continues to hold moderate loads even at high temperatures which makes it the most ideal basket material for rigorous heat treat applications.
Marine Applications
Due to its incredible resistance to salt at various temperatures, it is often used in marine applications for locations near the ocean or processes that use salt. Needless to say, it’s the best material for a parts washing basket.
Jet Engines
Since jet engines need to withstand extreme temperatures during use, it is the ideal material for jet engine and turbine construction. At 3,600 ft. which is a passenger jet’s standard cruising altitude, the average air temperature is -69.3˚F or -56.3˚C. However, the combustion process may exceed temperatures of 2120˚F or 1,150˚C.
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