Monthly Archives: September 2017 here

Oilfields are subjected to a diversity of corrosive elements including carbonic acids, sour gas (H2S), and fracking/stimulant acids such as hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acid. Naphthenic acids and simple organic acids are also found in crude oil extraction. In conjunction to acids, these environments contain sand and other abrasive elements which … Continue reading

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Q: I am looking for a suitable fastener for use in a high heat furnace that is running at 2000F but the actual hearth wear flames go up to 3000F. The furnace is not under vacuum and has a normal atmosphere. We are finding that the 304 bolts are failing … Continue reading

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Q: I have a high temperature application which is exposed to sulfur and chloride gasses. We’re operating at between 1200° and 1400°F. Any suggestions on a bolt material to consider? A: To deal with both sulfuric/chloride atmospheres as well as high temperatures, you may want to consider Incoloy 800HT bolts … Continue reading

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