Hastelloy B-2

Hastelloy B-2 Nickel Molybdenum Alloy

Hastelloy® B-2

UNS N10665 | W.Nr. 2.4617 | Alloy B-2

Hastelloy B-2 is a solid solution strengthened, nickel-molybdenum alloy. It is engineered specifically for significant resistance to reducing environments like hydrogen chloride gas, and sulfuric, acetic, and phosphoric acids. It is the premier choice for handling pure hydrochloric acid (HCl).

  • Forme comuni: Plate, Sheet, Bar, Pipe, Fittings.
  • Caratteristiche principali: Resistant to Hydrochloric Acid at all concentrations and temperatures.
  • Limitation: Poor corrosion resistance in oxidizing environments.
  • Structure: Low carbon and silicon to prevent grain-boundary precipitation.
Why Choose Hastelloy B-2?

If your process involves pure Hydrochloric Acid (HCl), Hastelloy B-2 is the superior choice. Unlike the C-series alloys, B-2 relies on a high Molybdenum content (~28%) to withstand aggressive reducing acids. It effectively resists the formation of grain-boundary carbide precipitates in the weld heat-affected zone, making it suitable for use in the as-welded condition.

⚠️ Critical Technical Warning Hastelloy B-2 has poor corrosion resistance to oxidizing environments. It is NOT recommended for use in media containing ferric salts, cupric salts, or wet chlorine, as these can cause rapid, catastrophic failure.

Hydrochloric Acid Specialist

Excellent resistance to HCl gas and acid at all concentrations and temperatures, a capability matched by very few metals (like Tantalum).

Reducing Environments

Superior performance in pure sulfuric acid, acetic acid, and phosphoric acid where oxidizing contaminants are absent.

SCC Resistance

Like other high-nickel alloys, it offers excellent resistance to chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking (SCC).

Composizione chimica (%)
Elemento Contenuto (%)
Nichel (Ni) 65.0 min (Balance)
Molibdeno (Mo) 26.0 - 30.0
Ferro (Fe) 2.0 max
Cromo (Cr) 1,0 max
Manganese (Mn) 1,0 max
Carbonio (C) 0.02 max

*Note: The extremely high Molybdenum content drives its reducing acid resistance.

Specifiche standard
Forma del prodotto Standard ASTM / ASME
Piastra, foglio, striscia ASTM B333, ASME SB333
Bar & Rod ASTM B335, ASME SB335
Pipe (Seamless & Welded) ASTM B619, ASTM B622, ASME SB619/SB622
Raccordi ASTM B366, ASME SB366
Forgiati ASTM B564, ASME SB564
Proprietà meccaniche (ricotto tipico)
Proprietà Valori tipici (temperatura ambiente)
Resistenza alla trazione 110 - 130 ksi (760 - 895 MPa)
Resistenza allo snervamento (offset 0,2%) 50 - 65 ksi (345 - 450 MPa)
Allungamento 40 - 60 %
Durezza (Rockwell B) 85 - 100 HRB
Applicazioni tipiche

HCl Production

Equipment for the production and handling of hydrochloric acid.

Chemical Synthesis

Reactors for alkylation of ethylbenzene and production of acetic acid.

Pesticide Manufacturing

Handling reducing acid catalysts in the synthesis of agrochemicals.

Pharmaceuticals

Processes involving reducing environments where C-series alloys may corrode.

Need Hastelloy B-2 for Reducing Acids?

We supply high-quality Hastelloy B-2 bar, plate, and pipe. Contact our metallurgists to ensure this alloy is right for your specific chemical environment.

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