Inconel 718 is a high-strength, corrosion-resistant nickel-chromium alloy. It is commonly used in high-temperature applications such as gas turbines, jet engines, and nuclear reactors, as well as in the aerospace, defense, and oil and gas industries. Inconel 718 is known for its excellent mechanical properties at high temperatures, which include high tensile strength, fatigue resistance, and creep resistance. It can withstand temperatures up to 1300°F (704°C) and is highly resistant to oxidation and corrosion in harsh environments. The alloy is made up of nickel, chromium, iron, molybdenum, niobium, and small amounts of aluminum and titanium. It is typically produced by a process called vacuum induction melting followed by vacuum arc remelting, which produces a highly uniform and fine-grained material. Inconel 718 has a range of applications, including in aircraft engines, gas turbine components, rocket motors, and pressure vessels. It is also used in oil and gas extraction equipment and nuclear reactors.
AMS 5589, ASTM B637, GE B50TF15 AMS 5590, ASTM B670, PWA 1009 AMS 5596, DIN 2.4668 PWA 1010 AMS 5597, DIN 2.4688 PWA 1033 AMS 5662, GE B14H89, RBO 170-153 AMS 5663, GE B50 TF14 SPS M275 AMS 5664, GE B50 TF69 SPS M637 AMS 5832, GE B50TF14, use Gas turbines, Turbo pump seals, Spacecraft, Rocket motors, Nuclear reactors, Tooling.
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