Tag Archives: Alloy B3

Most Common of Hastelloy Fasteners Reviewed

Posted on July 25, 2017 by dean

hastelloy-grades_smallHastelloy alloys have long been the gold standard of corrosion resistant bolts; only out performed by metals like Zirconium and Tantalum. This family of high performance nickel alloys can handle strong acids like hydrochloric, sulfuric, acetic, formic and phosphoric acids, yet each grade actually exhibits its own strengths in dealing with specific acids and niche environments. … Continue reading →

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Hastelloy B2 vs B3 bolts: Whats the difference?

Posted on April 13, 2017 by dean

Q: Is there any advantage of using a Hastelloy B3 fastener over a B2 fastener? A: Both Hastelloy B2 and B3 fasteners provide good resistance to non-oxidizing acids, such as hydrochloric acid and sulfuric acid. The only advantages of Hastelloy B3 fasteners over B2, is that they offer enhanced thermal stability … Continue reading →

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