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Columbium Stabilized Superalloy

Alloy 20 / Carpenter 20 (UNS N08020)

Alloy 20 is an austenitic, nickel-iron-chromium superalloy specifically developed for maximum resistance to acid attack. Often referred to as the "Sulfuric Acid Alloy," it provides exceptional protection against phosphoric acid, nitric acid, and hot chlorides, bridging the performance gap between stainless steel and high-cost nickel alloys.

Sulfuric Acid Specialist
Stabilized with Columbium
Hot Chloride Resilient
Chemical Resilience

Alloy 20 is uniquely stabilized with Columbium (Niobium) to minimize carbide precipitation during welding. This allows the material to be used in the as-welded condition in highly corrosive environments where standard alloys would suffer from intergranular attack.

  • Superior Resistance to H2SO4
  • Immune to Intergranular Corrosion
  • Excellent Mechanical Properties

Alloy 20 Technical Specifications

Grade Ni (Nickel) Cr (Chromium) Fe (Iron) Cu (Copper) Mo (Moly) Cb+Ta (Columbium) Mn (Manganese) Si (Silicon)
Alloy 20 (N08020) 32.0 - 38.0 19.0 - 21.0 Balance 3.0 - 4.0 2.0 - 3.0 8xC min / 1.0 max 2.0 max 1.0 max
Grade Tensile Strength (PSI) Yield Strength (PSI) Elongation (%) Hardness (Rockwell B) Density (lb/in³) Elastic Modulus (psi)
Alloy 20 (Annealed) 80,000 min 35,000 min 30% min 95 max 0.292 28.0 x 10⁶

ALLOY 20® PRODUCT PORTFOLIO

Alloy 20 Pipes and Tubes Sulfuric Acid Resistant

Alloy 20 Pipes & Tubes

Columbium-stabilized piping designed specifically to resist intergranular corrosion in sulfuric acid environments. Ideal for pickling tanks, chemical process piping, and heat exchangers.

Size Range: 1/2" NB to 12" NB
Schedule: SCH 10S to SCH 80S / XXS
Standards: ASTM B464, B729, B468
Grades: UNS N08020 (Carpenter 20)
Alloy 20 Pipe & Tube Fittings Buttweld / Forged / SW

Alloy 20 Pipe Fittings

Precision fittings including elbows, tees, and reducers. These components maintain the alloy's structural integrity and corrosion resistance in the heat-affected zones of welds.

Buttweld: ASME B16.9 (Seamless/Welded)
Forged: 2000#, 3000#, 6000# (B16.11)
Ends: Socket Weld / NPT Threaded
Standards: ASTM B366 / ASME SB366
Alloy 20 Sheet, Plate and Coil Acid Vessel Quality

Alloy 20 Sheet, Plate & Coil

High-quality flat products used for fabricating chemical storage tanks, mixing tanks, and pharmaceutical equipment requiring resistance to pitting and stress corrosion.

Thickness: 0.3mm to 100mm
Width: 1000mm to 2500mm
Finish: 2B, No.1, Matte, BA Finish
Standards: ASTM B463 / ASME SB463
Alloy 20 Flanges Forged Leak-Proof

Alloy 20 Flanges

Forged and CNC-machined flanges offering superior sealing for high-pressure acid headers and industrial valve assemblies in fertilizer and pesticide plants.

Types: Slip-On, Weld Neck, Blind, SWRF
Class: 150# to 2500# Lbs
Facing: Flat Face, Raised Face, RTJ
Standards: ASME B16.5, DIN, BS
Alloy 20 Fasteners Corrosion Resistant Grip

Alloy 20 Fasteners

High-tensile bolting solutions including stud bolts and heavy hex nuts. Specifically chosen for fastening components in chemical pumps and explosive-media pipelines.

Items: Stud Bolts, Hex Bolts, Washers, Nuts
Threads: Metric, UNC, UNF, BSW
Size Range: M3 to M100 / 1/8" to 4"
Standards: DIN 933, 934, ASTM B473
Alloy 20 Bars and Shafts Precision Ground PSQ

Alloy 20 Bars & Shafts

High-precision round bars and shafts designed for pump rotors, valve stems, and agitators used in acidic mixing environments. Excellent machinability.

Profiles: Round, Hex, Square, Bright Bar
Diameter: 5mm to 400mm
Tolerance: h8, h9, h11 (Precision)
Standards: ASTM B473 / ASME SB473

Key Features

  • Exceptional Sulfuric Acid Resistance: Uniquely formulated to provide elite resistance to boiling sulfuric acid at concentrations ranging from 20% to 40%, as well as general protection against phosphoric and nitric acids.
  • Columbium (Niobium) Stabilization: Stabilized with Columbium to prevent carbide precipitation during welding, ensuring the material maintains its full corrosion resistance in the as-welded condition.
  • Superior Pitting & Crevice Protection: The specific balance of Chromium, Molybdenum, and Copper provides enhanced resistance to localized attack in chloride-rich environments compared to standard 316L stainless steel.
  • Excellent Mechanical Workability: Combines the corrosion resistance of a superalloy with the fabricability of stainless steel, allowing for complex cold forming, machining, and high-integrity welding.

Industrial Applications

01
Sulfuric Acid Pickling Tanks, Agitators, and Heating Coils
02
Chemical and Pharmaceutical Processing Reactors and Heat Exchangers
03
Food and Dye Production involving Volatile Organic and Inorganic Acids
04
Petrochemical Refining Equipment and Fertilizer Manufacturing Lines
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