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Copper Nickel 90/10 Stud Bolts are precisely custom-manufactured threaded rods crafted from a proprietary alloy consisting of 90% copper and 10% nickel, meticulously engineered to endure demanding environments with outstanding durability, especially in maritime applications. These custom-made fasteners function as essential parts in protecting vital connections within piping systems, flanges, and structural components in marine and offshore installations. Owing to their unique composition, Copper Nickel 90/10 stud bolts deliver a precisely balanced combination of mechanical strength and unmatched corrosion resistance, positioning them as the favored option for installations where protection against corrosive agents, especially in seawater, is critically important.
| Specifications | ASTM B 151 ASME SB 151 |
| Standard | DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards |
| Length | 3 mm to 90/10 mm |
| Size | M3 – M56 3/6 to 2 Inch |
| Density | Melting Point | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Tensile Strength | Elongation |
| 8.1 g/cm3 | 1443 °C (2430 °F) | Psi – 35,000, MPa – 241 | Psi -80,000, MPa -551 | 30 % |
| Cu-Ni | Cu | Pb | Mn | Fe | Zn | Ni |
| 88.6 min | 0.05 max | 1.0 max | 1.8 max | 1 max | 9-11 max |
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These Copper Nickel 90/10 Stud Bolts are supplied by us in accordance with DIN, ISO, JIS or ANSI Standard.
Corrosion Resistance: The Copper Nickel 90/10 alloy offers excellent resistance to seawater corrosion, which makes it perfect for marine uses. It withstands both general and ambient corrosion, a key factor for longevity, particularly in demanding environments.
Easy to manufacture: Copper Nickel 90/10 is remarkably simple to fabricate and machine, enabling complex designs and accurately engraved custom features like stud bolts.
Thermal Stability: It retains its mechanical characteristics across a broad span from melting temperatures to elevated temperatures, making it well suited for numerous industrial uses that experience frequent temperature shifts
Mechanical Strength: Copper Nickel 90/10 displays outstanding mechanical properties, such as high tensile strength and flexibility. This guarantees that stud bolts made from this alloy can endure heavy mechanical stresses without wearing out or failing.
Biofouling resistance: This alloy possesses inherent biofouling resistance, preventing marine organisms from growing on its surface. This characteristic lowers maintenance needs and prolongs the lifespan of marine components.
Copper Nickel 90/10 Stud Bolts have applications as varied as the industries they cater to, led chiefly by the aerospace, railway, construction and automotive industries along with petrochemical, nuclear, medical, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverage, Nuclear, Thermal Power plants, Paper and Pulp, marine and mining, etc.
Marine Applications: Copper-nickel 90/10 stud bolts see extensive use in marine settings thanks to their outstanding resistance to seawater corrosion. They are applied in shipbuilding, offshore platforms and other marine structures.
Chemical Applications: At chemical plants handling strong chemicals, copper-nickel 90/10 stud bolts are the preferred choice for their corrosion resistance even in acidic and alkaline conditions
Power Generation: Owing to its resistance to corrosion, it is employed in power plants, particularly in systems tied to cooling water
Desalination Centers: Since seawater resistance to corrosion and biofouling is required, these stud bolts serve in desalination plants where seawater is processed for water quality
Heat Exchangers: Copper Nickel 90/10 stud bolts work well for heat exchangers and condensers subjected to high temperatures and corrosive media. Their biofouling resistance is likewise a benefit in this use.
Piping Systems: These stud bolts are well suited to piping systems, especially across industries like oil and gas, petrochemical, and chemical process plants. They hold up against corrosion and high-pressure conditions.
Understand application requirements: Determine the working parameters, including temperature, pressure, resistance to corrosion, and surrounding environmental factors. Copper nickel 90/10 stud bolts are recognized for their outstanding ability to withstand seawater corrosion, which makes them perfect for marine uses.
Temperature Range: Take into account the range of temperatures the stud bolt will function within. Copper nickel maintains a highly stable temperature of 90/10, but should your application involve extreme temperatures, verify that the material can endure it without a drop in performance.
Corrosion Resistance: Establish the level of corrosion resistance your application demands. Copper Nickel 90/10 offers protection against fine seaweed, biofouling and erosion, which makes it appropriate for marine and coastal settings.
Size and Quantity: Select stud bolts with the appropriate size, length, and thread pitch for your application. Take into account elements such as the package’s weight and the packing forces needed.
Composition: Copper Nickel 90/10 consists of 90% copper and 10% nickel, along with a minor mix of iron and manganese. Make certain the stud bolts you select comply with suitable standards, such as ASTM B151 for copper and nickel.
Copper nickel 90/10 stud bolts are typically not advised for hygienic and sanitary uses because of possible copper leaching and contamination risks. Stainless steel or other corrosion-resistant alloys are favored for these applications to guarantee compliance with strict cleanliness and purity requirements.
Yes, Copper Nickel 70/30 stud bolts are suitable for underground applications. They provide outstanding corrosion resistance, which makes them appropriate for settings involving soil, moisture, and underground conditions. To guarantee lasting performance and durability, correct installation techniques and corrosion protection measures should be applied.
Yes, Copper nickel 90/10 stud bolts are suitable for recycling once they have been used. This alloy is extremely recyclable, and its copper content makes it valuable for reuse. To reclaim the material for producing new products or components, proper collection, sorting, and processing are required.
Copper nickel 90/10 stud bolts show greater resistance to galvanic corrosion when combined with compatible metals such as stainless steel or other copper alloys. Nevertheless, under specific conditions, like those involving dissimilar metals and electrolytes, galvanic corrosion can still take place, though at a slower rate than with conventional copper alloys.
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