Tag Archives: Sulfur corrosion resistance

Hastelloy and Incoloy: Fasteners for Oil Field Corrosion

Posted on September 29, 2017 by dean

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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High temperature bolt for sulfur & chloride gas corrosion resistance

Posted on September 6, 2017 by dean

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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