The alloy is strengthened by a precipitation-hardening heat treatment made possible by additions of niobium and aluminum. In addition, the aluminum content provides excellent resistance to oxidation at high temperature.
The alloy’s density is 5% less than those of superalloys such as INCONEL alloy 718. The combination of low expansion, high strength and excellent resistance to oxidation makes the alloy especially useful for gas turbine and steam turbine components.
The low expansion enables closer control of clearances and tolerances for greater power output and fuel efficiency.
Table 1 - Limiting Chemical Composition*, %
Chromium……………………………………………………………. 2.5-3.5
Nickel ……………………………………………………………….26.0-30.0
Iron ……………………………………………………………………24.0-27.0
Niobium…………………………………………………………………2.5-3.5
Aluminum………………………………………………………………5.0-6.0
Cobalt………………………………………………………………Remainder
Boron……………………………………………………………..0.003-0.012
Carbon………………………………………………………………0.03 max.
Manganese………………………………………………………..0.50 max.
Silicon……………………………………………………………….0.50 max.
Phosphorus……………………………………………………..0.015 max.
Sulfur ……………………………………………………………….0.005 max
Titanium…………………………………………………………………0.1-0.4
Copper……………………………………………………………….0.50 max
Physical Properties
Table 2 - Physical Constants
Density, g/cm3…………………………………………………………..7.81
lb/in3………………………………………………………….0.282
Melting Range, °F ……………………………………………..2437-2565
°C …………………………………………….1336-1407
Specific Heat, Btu/lb•°F (77°F)……………………………………0.109
J/kg•°C (25°C)……………………………………….455