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Zirconium Fasteners for HCl Corrosion

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Kathleen

Q: Can I use zirconium bolts in boiling HCl. Concentration would be about 5%? A: Yes, zirconium fasteners work well in hydrochloric acid but may be a bit overkill at that relatively low concentration but depends on the temperature and other media it may be exposed to. Zirconium screws do … Continue reading →

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Hastelloy vs. Zirconium for HCl with Contaminants

Posted on April 17, 2020 by dean

Q: I have a process that utilizes about 10% hydrochloric acid with trace amounts of other chemicals. I tried zirconium bolts because they are known for HCl but we’re burning through them like crazy and I can’t figure out why they are corroding. Any ideas and what other material may … Continue reading →

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HCl Acid – Polymer, Zirconium or Tantalum Fasteners

Posted on April 3, 2019 by dean

Q: We have on application that utilizes an HCl tank and are currently using hastelloy C276 bolts but they are not sufficient. Should we try tantalum fasteners or anther material like PEEK? The bolts are for a flanged valves connections  concentration is 36%, temperature 45ºC. A: Though the HCl is … Continue reading →

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