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Posted on December 28, 2017 by dean
Q: I am considering using Inconel 718 fasteners with a Monel K-500 flange in seawater. I’m concered as Inconel is the more anodic of the two and is also has a smaller surface area. Would this cause galvanic corrosion? A: This is a great question. In this case if you plan … Continue reading →
Posted in Application, Corrosion Resistance, FAQs, Material, Specialty Metal Fasteners, Technical Questions | Tagged Alloy 500, Alloy 718, Alloy K500, galvanic compatibility, Galvanic Corrosion, galvanic corrosion in seawater, Inconel, Inconel 718, Monel 500, Monel K500, seawater corrosion | Leave a comment
Posted on May 18, 2017 by dean
q: What bolting material should be used with Inconel 625 flanges? We used ASTM A193 Gr B7 however noticing some corrosion issues. A: This is a very common problem but to answer it accurately, it depends on the environment that your flanges see and also to a certain extent what … Continue reading →
Posted in Application, Corrosion Resistance, FAQs, Specialty Metal Fasteners, Technical Questions | Tagged Alloy 625, Alloy 718, B7, Corrosion, flange, Galvanic Corrosion, Inconel, Inconel 625, Inconel 718 | Leave a comment
Posted on February 8, 2017 by dean
Q: Can dissimilar (also called galvanic) corrosion occurs between Inconel bolts and regular carbon steel? A: Anytime you have dissimilar materials you have the potential for galvanic corrosion. For this to happen the materials need to be wet or in some kind of solution. If they are dry it’s … Continue reading →