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Q: We are looking for some socket head cap screws that would be manufactured from a Monel bolt for oxygen environment – What material would you recommend? A: Monel 400 would be a great choice for oxygen compatibility since it has very low spark initiation potential. The ignition of alloys and metals … Continue reading
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Q) I have cryogenic liquid hydrogen and hydrogen gas in my process and having a really hard time controlling leaks from flanges. All the gaskets I have used don’t seem last very long before leaking and cannot be tightened any further. Do you have any suggestions for dealing with this … Continue reading
Can I use Hastelloy bolts in a combination of salt water and acid? I have salt water process that has some sulfuric acid contamination? Can it handle this? Temperature would be around 100F. A: Yes, Hastelloy bolts are virtually inert to salt water environments and the combination of salt water … Continue reading
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Q: Can you give me a recommendation for a fastener material for a vibrating screen in a mineral processing plant which uses salt water? I’m not sure of selecting a material that combines fatigue loading strength and anti-corrosion. A: Though I don’t know the specifics of the load strength you … Continue reading
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Q: What exactly is the difference between Titanium grade 2 and 5 fasteners? A: The primary difference is strength. A titanium grade 2 fastener is made of commercially pure titanium where as a grade 5 fastener is a titanium alloy with 6% aluminum and 4% vanadium. This helps to provide Grade 5 … Continue reading
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Q: I’ve been using Monel bolts to attach a steel platform in a seawater situation, but have experienced some mild corrosion. Not sure why and any suggestions on a better material? A: Monel is excellent in sea and salt water conditions. Two scenarios could have caused the corrosion. First, if … Continue reading
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Q: I have a load bearing application in that requires a material that can handle temperatures at plus/minus 600C? Would Titanium grade 5 work? I know it’s super strong. A: Titanium is a strong material, especially grade 5 which is half the weight and 4 times as strong as 316 steel, … Continue reading
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Q : I am looking to purchase a ceramic threaded rod, but I was curious as to its compatibility with metal. The mount I intend to use made of stainless steel; would this mate well with a ceramic rod? A: While you might be able to thread the ceramic rod into … Continue reading
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Q: I have a high pressure application with HCl at fluctuating temperatures. Can you recommend the best flange to provide a safe secure joint? A: Hands down, the weld neck flange is best for these types of hazardous, high pressure applications. Weld neck flanges are easily identified by their long … Continue reading
Q: Why does Zirconia cost more than Alumina? A: 1) Raw material cost: Aluminia is far more abundant, whereas Yttrium oxide which is a stabilizer for Zirconia ceramic, is a rare earth element. 2) Shaping costs: Due to its higher density it takes approximately 10x longer to grind down and shape … Continue reading