Hastelloy B3 Washer

Hastelloy B3 washers are premium quality bolts and nuts which are manufactured from Hastelloy B3, which is a Nickel – Molybdenum alloy that has shown to perform very well in highly corrosive substructures, especially in those that are reducing in nature. Hastelloy B3 has good corrosion resistance against pitting and stress-corrosion cracking making it useful in severe service.

Chemical compositions of Hastelloy B3 Washer

Hastelloy B3 washers are made from commercially pure titanium with the following typical chemical composition:

This information is useful in evaluating the Hastelloy B3 washers' performance under different operating conditions.

Mechanical properties of Hastelloy B3 Washer 

Hastelloy B3 washers possess several key mechanical properties:

These properties ensure that Hastelloy B3 washers offer an all-round performance making them suitable for various industrial applications.

Features of Hastelloy B3 Washer

Hastelloy B3 washers  offer several notable features due to their unique composition and properties which include:

• Corrosion Resistance: Hastelloy B3 washers have a very good resistance to several corrosive conditions especially in reducing acids.
• Stress-Corrosion Cracking Resistance: The hastelloy B3 washers have good resistance to stress-corrosion cracking and improve their performance in very demanding conditions.
• Pitting Resistance: Hastelloy B3 washers provide better resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion than 316 and are suitable for use in harsh chemicals.
• High-Temperature Stability: B3 washers can retain their mechanical properties such as strength and dimensional stability at high temperatures.
• Non-Magnetic: B3 washers contain other desirable properties that include non-magnetic characteristics for use in non-ferromagnetic devices.
• Alloy Composition: Hastelloy B3 washers mainly consist of nickel and molybdenum which offer different chemical resistance properties.
• Resistance to Chloride Stress-Corrosion: Hastelloy B3 washers Perform well in high chloride environments lowering the chances of failure.

These features contribute to the versatility and reliability of Hastelloy B3 washers in various demanding applications.

Applications of Hastelloy B3 Washer

Hastelloy B3 washers are utilized in various industries due to their unique properties. These bars are commonly used in industrial settings.

• Chemical Processing Equipment: Hastelloy B3 washers provide protective elements in reactors, heat exchangers, and storage tanks for hydrochloric acid and other corrosive materials.
• Piping Systems: These washers are applied in flanges and joints of chemical and pharmaceutical structures and connections of piping systems.
• Marine and Offshore Equipment: Hastelloy B3 washers are used for protecting components of the equipment located near the seawater and marine surroundings.
• Petrochemical Industry: Hastelloy B3 washers are used especially for applications in reactors, separators, and other equipment operating with highly aggressive petrochemicals.
• Aerospace Components: The hastelloy B3 washers are used in high-temperature and highly corrosive applications such as aircraft and spacecraft.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Hastelloy B3 washers are equipped to maintain leakproof conditions and avoid gaps in equipment used in the manufacture of drugs that come into contact with cleaning solvents and other chemicals.
• Power Generation: B3 washers are utilized in turbines and all the other parts that are exposed to corrosive gases and high temperatures in power plants.

Thus, Hastelloy B3 washers can withstand extreme conditions, making them a preferred choice for critical applications.