Alloy 2507/F55

Introduction

Containing 25% chromium, 7% nickel, 3.6% molybdenum as well as copper, tungsten, and nitrogen, UNS S32760 is a highly alloyed super duplex stainless steel with high PREN for use in aggressive environments. This is a super duplex grade with a ferritic-austenitic microstructure. The alloy consists of around 40-50% ferrite in the annealed condition. The super duplex microstructure has the high strength of the ferritic grades whilst retaining the corrosion resistance of the austenitic grades. It is not uncommon to see the metal used as a practical solution to chloride-induced stress cracking, which is the Achilles’ heel of stainless steel.

It also has outstanding resistance against sulphide-stress corrosion cracking in sour-gas environments. Well known for its high impact strength, UNS S32760 displays no ductile-brittle transition but only a slight reduction in impact energy as temperature decreases. Even when welded, UNS S32760 displays only slightly lower impact strength.

Equivalent Grades Of Alloy 2507 / F55

Zeon Grade Alloy Name UNS EN / DIN / W Nr. AISI / ASTM Trademarks
Zeon55 Alloy 2507 UNS S32760 1.4501 F55 Zeon100

Chemical Composition Of Alloy 2507 / F55

Elements Min Max
Cr 24.00 26.00
Ni 6.00 8.00
Mo 3.00 4.00
W 0.50 1.00
Cu 0.50 1.00
Mn - 1.00
N 0.20 0.30
Si 0.10 0.80
P - 0.025
S - 0.005
Fe - Bal

Physical Properties Of Alloy 2507 / F55

Density (Kg/m3) 7810
Magnetic Permeability (20°C) 33
Young’s Modulus (kN/mm2) 199
Specific Electrical Resistance, 20°C (Ω-m) 0.80
Mean coefficient of thermal expansion, 20-100°C (m/m/degC) 11.1 x 10-6
Specific Heat, 20°C (J/kg.K) 475
Thermal conductivity, 20°C (W/m.K) 14.2
Fracture Toughness, kQ (MPa/m2) 98

Mechanical Properties Of Alloy 2507 / F55

0.2% Proof Stress 550 N/mm2 79.8 ksi
Tensile Strength 750 N/mm2 108.8 ksi
Elongation, 5.65√S0 and 4D 25% -
Reduction of Area 45% -
Hardness (Brinell) <270 -
Impact Strength (Room Temp) 80J 59 lb.ft
Impact Strength (-46degC) 60J av (45J min) 44 lb.ft av (33 lb.ft min)
Corrosion Resistance Properties of Alloy 255
UNS S32760 is a super duplex stainless steel grade with a pitting resistance equivalent (PRE) number of more than 40, and provides excellent corrosion resistance and strength properties. High impact strength at sub-zero temperatures, UNS S32760 displays excellent corrosion resistance.Suitable for use in harsh environments UNS S32760 is a cost effective super duplex stainless steel.

Processing Alloy 255

Workability The high-temperature strength of NAS 75N is basically the same as Type 430 in the range of 950~1150°C. It should be noted that the strength increases abruptly below 900°C. Solution annealing should be done after hot working. Regarding cold workability, care is required as proof stress is high and elongation is low in comparison with Type 304.
Weldability Various welding methods are applicable in the same manner as with the standard austenitic stainless steels, including shielded metal arc welding, TIG welding, and plasma welding. Use of welding electrodes for UNS S32760 is recommended. Preheating and postheating are not necessary. In welding, the interpass temperature should be no more than 100°C in order to prevent formation of intermetallic compounds.
Heat Treatment Solution annealing of NAS 75N should be performed at 1100°C and higher followed by being quenched in water or rapidly cooled by other means. (Conditions provided in ASTM A480/A480M)
Pickling A mixture of nitric acid and fluoric acid is used in pickling. However, because descaling is somewhat difficult in comparison with Type 304, alkali immersion before acid pickling, and if possible, shot blasting are extremely effective.
Applications Of Alloy 255
Oil & Gas industry pumps, valves, wellhead and subsea equipment Pollution control scrubbers, precipitators, fans and pumps Marine propellers, shafts, rudders, seals, pumps, valves
Bolts and fasteners Process industry equipment in sulphuric acid, nitric acid, phosphoric acid, PP / PVC/TiOx production, agrochemicals Grain and vegetable processing plant, sugar cane centrifuges
Pulp and paper digester blow vales, feed valves, washers, black liquor heater tubes, bleaching components Copper smelting fans, tuyere bars, wet scrubbers, leaching area precipitators Water and sewage treatment, desalination, swimming pools
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