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Everything You Need to Know About Nickel Alloy

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Nickel Alloy

Nickel is a chemical element, which is represented by Ni symbol and an atomic number of 28. It is a silver-white lustrous metal featuring a tinge of gold hue. It comes under the transition metals and is extremely hard as well as ductile.

Nickel is a versatile metal and tends to alloy with a majority of metals. Nickel alloys are alloys wherein the nickel stand as the primary element. There is a complete solubility between nickel and copper. Continue reading “Everything You Need to Know About Nickel Alloy” →

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Why Do You Need To Think About Stainless Steel As Piping Material?

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Stainless Steel As Piping Material

Summary: Stainless steel is a versatile and reliable piping material that industries have been using for years. Read on to discover more about this metal.

From construction to chemical, metal elements are being used in almost every industry today. Over the years, metals have made advancements and proven beneficial to the humankind. It is essential to understand that each metal holds a significant prominence with its unique properties. Many metal elements are currently being used in different industries. Among all the other metals, there is one material that is versatile and reliable, i.e., stainless steel. Continue reading “Why Do You Need To Think About Stainless Steel As Piping Material?” →

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6 Reasons to Use Nickel Alloy 800h Tubing for Commercial Purposes

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The world did not wake up to the value of Nickel just the other day. Since pre-civilization times, people used Nickel to make artifacts such as weapons and tools, and even coins. Even today, Nickel alloys have become a must-have, and the trend will not be slowing down any time in the future.

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The beauty of Nickel is that it can alloy with just about a wide variety of metals such as copper, chromium, and iron, making its use very versatile Continue reading “6 Reasons to Use Nickel Alloy 800h Tubing for Commercial Purposes” →

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Common Mistakes Fabricators Make When Welding 718 Tubing

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Common Mistakes Fabricators Make When Welding 718 Tubing

Nickel alloy 718 tubing is one of many alloys with great properties that can make it applicable in many environments where heat will be involved. It is commonly used in offshore oil mining because of its corrosion resistance. One challenge new fabricators have when dealing with it however is welding.

Welders who have not worked with stainless steel before can make a few mistakes when working with nickel alloy 718 tubing. We have compiled some of the common mistakes made. Continue reading “Common Mistakes Fabricators Make When Welding 718 Tubing” →

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Properties of Nickel Alloy That Makes It Popular

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Nickel Alloy

There are plenty of metals across the earth’s surface that are bring used for different purposes. It is important to understand the benefits of each metal in order to optimally use them. Generally, these metals are used in industries to make machines and equipment. There are many strong metals as well that have some unique properties that make them ideal for industrial use. Continue reading “Properties of Nickel Alloy That Makes It Popular” →

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8 Different Applications of Stainless Steel Pipes Across Industries

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Stainless Steel Pipes Across Industries

Stainless steel pipes are known for their resistance to corrosion and stains, high durability, strength & versatility. They are utilized for multiple piping needs across different industries as compared to other materials. Stainless steel pipes offer right substance for deeper applications because of characteristics like high strength, sturdiness and corrosion resistance. Stainless steel pipes offer safe economic passage to transport natural gas to remote areas. They are used for transporting seawater for cooling down reactors while providing safety from the corrosive nature of seawater. They are used for mining materials, making it easy for handling large operations safely. Continue reading “8 Different Applications of Stainless Steel Pipes Across Industries” →

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5 Common Industrial Applications of Nickel Alloy 825 Tubing

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Nickel alloy 825 tubing has a very high nickel content which makes it appropriate for use in highly corrosive applications. There are many industries that will also use it for other applications that may not be related to corrosion for example it can be hot or cold worked easily. The presence of titanium in the alloy provides protection from pitting after fabrication. Here are some of the common uses. Continue reading “5 Common Industrial Applications of Nickel Alloy 825 Tubing” →

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Features of Hastelloy C276 Tubing That Make it Versatile

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Hastelloy C276 tubing possesses features that make it versatile for use in different industries. Made from nickel, chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, and cobalt among other metals, this alloy’s features are just as versatile as the metals that make it up. Corrosion resistance is among the top features that make this alloy appropriate for different applications. Here are the features of C276. Continue reading “Features of Hastelloy C276 Tubing That Make it Versatile” →

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Why Should Nickel Alloy Be Ideally Used For Piping System?

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Nickel is a ductile metal that cannot be used alone. Hence, nickel alloy was discovered to make the use of the metal. You will find nickel alloy being used in different materials. Since the inception of civilization, nickel alloy is being used. Scientists have been continuously searching to bring innovations in the nickel alloys and put into the best use. For years, nickel alloys are being used in pipes, tools, coins, weapons, etc. Continue reading “Why Should Nickel Alloy Be Ideally Used For Piping System?” →