Alloy C,Brightray C Other/Similar Specs,,E FORU

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**Product Data Sheet: Alloy C / Brightray C - Other Forms & Similar Specifications** --- ### **1. Product Overview** **Brightray C** (Alloy C) is a versatile nickel-chromium-iron alloy available in various specialized forms beyond standard products, offering exceptional high-temperature performance, oxidation resistance, and fabrication versatility. This datasheet covers additional product configurations, specialized specifications, and equivalent materials that provide comparable performance characteristics for demanding applications up to 1150°C. --- ### **2. Chemical Composition (Typical % by Weight)** | Element | Content (%) | Function | |---------------|-------------|----------| | Nickel (Ni) | 60 | Base element providing high-temperature strength and stability | | Chromium (Cr) | 16 | Forms protective Cr₂O₃ scale for oxidation resistance | | Iron (Fe) | Balance | Enhances strength and cost-effectiveness | | Silicon (Si) | 1.0–1.5 | Improves scale adhesion and high-temperature performance | | Manganese (Mn)| 0.5–1.0 | Deoxidizer and sulfur control agent | | Carbon (C) | ≤0.15 | Optimizes high-temperature strength | | Aluminum (Al) | 0.5–1.0 | Enhances oxidation resistance through oxide formation | | Rare Earths | Trace | Improves scale spallation resistance during thermal cycling | --- ### **3. Physical & Mechanical Properties** | Property | Value (Typical) | |-------------------------------|-----------------| | Density | 8.20 g/cm³ | | Melting Point | 1380°C (2516°F) | | Thermal Conductivity | 14.5 W/m·K at 20°C | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 16.5 μm/m·K (20–1000°C) | | Electrical Resistivity | 1.12 μΩ·m at 20°C | | Tensile Strength | 650–900 MPa | | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) | ≥300 MPa | | Elongation | ≥25% | | Maximum Service Temperature | 1150°C (2100°F) | | Specific Heat Capacity | 460 J/kg·K at 20°C | --- ### **4. Other Available Product Forms** #### **4.1 Wire & Rod Products** - **Resistance Heating Wire**: Precision-drawn for heating elements (0.1mm–6.0mm) - **Welding Electrodes**: AWS ERNiCr-3 equivalent filler wire - **Fastener Stock**: Rods for high-temperature bolts, nuts, and studs - **Specialty Wire Forms**: Custom shapes for specific applications #### **4.2 Powder & Additive Manufacturing** - **Gas Atomized Powder**: For thermal spray coatings and Metal Injection Molding - **AM Powder Bed**: Suitable for Selective Laser Melting (SLM) processes - **Plasma Transfer Arc Welding**: Powder for hardfacing and repair applications #### **4.3 Custom Fabricated Components** - **Cast-to-Shape Parts**: Investment cast components for complex geometries - **Machined Components**: Precision parts from bar and plate stock - **Assembly Sub-components**: Welded or brazed assemblies for specific applications --- ### **5. Product Applications** #### **5.1 Specialized Heating Applications** - **Electric Resistance Heating Elements**: For industrial and domestic appliances - **Industrial Furnace Components**: Elements, supports, and structural parts - **Heat Treatment Fixtures**: Baskets, trays, and custom tooling - **Thermocouple Protection Sheaths**: For temperature measurement in harsh environments #### **5.2 Advanced Thermal Systems** - **Glass Manufacturing Equipment**: Molten glass handling components - **Ceramic Kiln Furniture**: Setters, posts, and kiln furniture - **Semiconductor Processing**: High-temperature furnace components - **Sintering Furnace Parts**: For powder metallurgy and ceramics #### **5.3 Specialized Industrial Applications** - **Aerospace Engine Components**: High-temperature mounts and supports - **Chemical Processing Equipment**: Reactor parts and heat exchanger components - **Power Generation**: Turbine components and exhaust system parts - **Nuclear Industry**: Non-critical components in high-temperature zones --- ### **6. International Standards & Equivalents** #### **6.1 Primary Specifications** - **UNS**: N06004 - **ASTM**: B163, B166, B168, B366, B564 - **DIN**: 2.4867 (NiCr15Fe) - **EN**: NiCr15Fe (Material No. 2.4816) - **BS**: 972 (Alloy 4) - **JIS**: G 4902 (NCF 601) #### **6.2 Equivalent Trade Names & Specifications** - **International Equivalents**: - Germany: DIN 2.4867 - France: AFNOR NC15FE - Sweden: SS 2364 - Japan: JIS NCF 601 - **Industry Specifications**: - AMS 5580: Plate, Sheet, and Strip - AMS 5698: Resistance Heating Wire - IEC 60240: Electric Heating Elements for Industrial Furnaces --- ### **7. Specialized Specifications** #### **7.1 Aerospace & Defense** - **Aerospace Material Specifications**: AMS 5545 (Welding Wire) - **Military Specifications**: MIL-E-21562 (Electrical Heating Elements) - **Defense Standards**: Specific high-temperature component requirements #### **7.2 Nuclear Applications** - **Nuclear Grade Materials**: ASTM B166 (Nuclear Grade Rod/Bar) - **ASME Section III**: Components for nuclear service applications - **RCC-M Standards**: French nuclear design and construction rules #### **7.3 Custom Specifications** - **Customer-Specific Requirements**: Special heat treatment and testing - **Industry-Specific Standards**: Automotive, chemical, power generation - **Quality Assurance Levels**: Special certification and documentation needs --- ### **8. Fabrication & Processing Notes** #### **8.1 Heat Treatment** - **Solution Annealing**: 1050–1150°C followed by rapid cooling - **Stress Relieving**: 850–900°C for welded components and severe cold work - **Stabilization Treatment**: For specific high-temperature applications #### **8.2 Welding & Joining** - **TIG/MIG Welding**: AWS ERNiCr-3 filler metal recommended - **Resistance Welding**: Excellent for sheet and strip products - **Brazing**: Compatible with high-temperature nickel-based brazing alloys - **Post-Weld Heat Treatment**: Recommended for critical applications #### **8.3 Machining & Forming** - **Machining Parameters**: Use positive rake angles and sharp carbide tools - **Cold Working**: Good formability in annealed condition - **Hot Working**: Forge at 1150–1200°C; avoid working below 900°C - **Surface Treatment**: Passivation and special coatings available --- ### **9. Quality Assurance & Certification** - **Material Certification**: EN 10204 3.1/3.2 with full traceability - **Testing Protocols**: Mechanical properties, chemical analysis, NDT as required - **Quality Systems**: ISO 9001, AS9100, and industry-specific certifications - **Environmental Compliance**: RoHS, REACH, and other regulations - **Documentation**: Certified test reports with complete material history --- ### **10. Technical Support & Customization** Our technical team provides comprehensive support for: - **Material Selection Guidance**: Optimal grade selection for specific applications - **Custom Alloy Modifications**: Tailored compositions for special requirements - **Process Development**: Special heat treatments and fabrication processes - **Application Engineering**: Technical support for design and implementation - **Failure Analysis**: Troubleshooting and performance optimization --- **Disclaimer**: The information provided herein is for general reference purposes only. Properties may vary based on manufacturing process, product form, and heat treatment. Users should conduct appropriate testing to verify suitability for specific applications and operating conditions. Continuous product improvement may lead to changes in specifications without prior notice.

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