Product name: Nickel Alloy 2.4642, also known as Alloy C-263 or UNS N07263
Main alloying elements: Nickel (Ni), chromium (Cr), cobalt (Co), molybdenum (Mo)
Mechanical properties:
Tensile strength: 850–1050 MPa
Yield strength: 550–750 MPa
Elongation at break: 15–30%
Hardness (Rockwell): B90–C30
Physical properties:
Density: 8.4 g/cm³
Melting point: approx. 1360–1420°C
Thermal conductivity: 9–11 W/(m·K)
Electrical conductivity: 1–2% IACS (International Annealed Copper Standard)
Chemical composition, in weight percent:
Nickel (Ni): approx. 50–60%
Chromium (Cr): approx. 19–22%
Cobalt (Co): approx. 19–22%
Molybdenum (Mo): approx. 3–5%
Other trace elements: iron (Fe), silicon (Si), manganese (Mn), carbon (C)
Heat treatment:
Nickel Alloy 2.4642 can be strengthened by annealing or cold forming in order to achieve specific mechanical properties.
Corrosion resistance:
Nickel Alloy 2.4642 offers good corrosion resistance in oxidizing and reducing environments at elevated temperatures. It is also resistant to stress corrosion cracking and creep fatigue.
Applications:
Nickel Alloy 2.4642 is used in a wide range of high-temperature applications, including:
Gas turbine components: blades, discs, combustion chambers
Industrial furnaces: heat exchangers, radiant tubes, supports
Chemical processing plants: piping systems, fittings, reactors
Aerospace industry: engine components, fastening elements
Please note that the values stated are guideline values and may vary slightly depending on the manufacturing process and specific production batch. It is recommended to always check the exact specifications provided by the manufacturer.
