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Hastelloy C4 flanges (UNS N06455, W.Nr. 2.4610, ASTM B564 / ASME SB-564) are manufactured from a titanium-stabilised nickel-chromium-molybdenum (Ni-Cr-Mo) alloy that represents the thermally stable evolution of the C-family Hastelloy alloys. Developed to overcome the heat-affected zone (HAZ) sensitisation problems of earlier C-type alloys such as C276, Hastelloy C4 achieves broad corrosion resistance across both oxidising and reducing acid environments while retaining its full corrosion resistance in the as-welded condition — without requiring post-weld solution annealing.

The alloy contains 14–18% chromium and 14–17% molybdenum for fundamental corrosion resistance, titanium (up to 0.70%) as a carbide/nitride stabiliser that prevents grain-boundary chromium depletion during welding or thermal exposure, and ultra-low carbon (0.015% max) to minimise sensitisation risk. Zero tungsten distinguishes it from C276. Tesco Steel & Engineering manufactures Hastelloy C4 flanges in India to all ASME B16.5, ASME B16.47, EN 1092-1, and DIN specifications, with EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 material test certificates.

Key Differentiator — Why Hastelloy C4 over C276: Both alloys have similar corrosion resistance in immersion service. The critical advantage of C4 is weld HAZ thermal stability. C276's HAZ can form corrosion-reducing precipitates (mu-phase, P-phase) when exposed to the 550–900°C sensitisation temperature range during welding or service, requiring solution anneal after fabrication. C4's titanium stabilisation prevents this — making it the preferred choice for large fabricated assemblies, field-welded piping, and elevated-temperature corrosive service where post-weld heat treatment is impractical.

What is Hastelloy C4?


Hastelloy C4 is a member of the C-family of nickel-molybdenum-chromium alloys developed by Haynes International (the registered trademark owner of the Hastelloy name). The C-family alloys — including C276, C22, C4, C2000, and C-2000 — are the premier corrosion-resistant alloys for the most aggressive chemical environments encountered in industry. C4 was specifically developed to solve the heat-affected zone sensitisation problem that limited the applicability of the earlier C276 alloy in as-welded fabrications.

The C-Family Hastelloy Alloys — Comparison Overview

Alloy UNS Cr (%) Mo (%) W (%) Ti (%) C max (%) Key Advantage
C276N1027614.5–16.515–173–4.50.01Industry standard; broadest experience base; excellent reducing + oxidising
C4N0645514–1814–17None0.70 max0.015Best thermal stability; as-welded HAZ corrosion resistance; zero W
C22N0602220–22.512.5–14.52.5–3.50.015Best oxidising acid resistance; highest Cr; good pitting resistance
C2000N0620022–2415–170.01Cu addition; broadest chemical resistance spectrum; highest oxidising + reducing performance
B2N106651.0 max26–300.02Unmatched HCl resistance; reducing-only; not for oxidising media

Hastelloy C4 Chemical Composition (ASTM B564 / UNS N06455)


Element Composition (%) Role & Significance
Nickel (Ni)Balance (~65% min)Base metal — provides the fundamental corrosion-resistant, ductile matrix; enables dissolution of high Mo and Cr without phase instability
Chromium (Cr)14–18Provides passive oxide film (Cr₂O₃) for oxidising acid resistance and chloride pitting resistance; higher Cr = better oxidising environment performance
Molybdenum (Mo)14–17Critical for reducing acid resistance (HCl, H₂SO₄) and crevice corrosion resistance; increases pitting resistance; Mo > 14% classifies C4 as a high-Mo Ni alloy
Titanium (Ti)0.70 maxThe stabilising element — forms stable TiC preferentially over Cr₂₃C₆, preventing grain-boundary chromium depletion during welding or elevated-temperature service (550–900°C)
Iron (Fe)3.0 maxKept low (vs C276's 4–7%) to reduce sigma-phase and mu-phase formation tendency during thermal exposure
Carbon (C)0.015 maxUltra-low to minimise carbide formation potential; combined with Ti stabilisation gives robust HAZ protection
Cobalt (Co)2.0 maxResidual from production; not a deliberate addition; controlled to limit in nuclear or regulated applications
Manganese (Mn)1.0 maxResidual deoxidiser; limited to preserve toughness and corrosion resistance
Silicon (Si)0.08 maxVery low limit — Si promotes sigma-phase formation in Ni alloys; strictly controlled in C4
Tungsten (W)None (not specified)Absence of W (vs C276's 3–4.5%) is deliberate — W reduces thermal stability by promoting mu-phase precipitation

Hastelloy C4 Mechanical Properties


Property Hastelloy C4 — ASTM B564 (Forgings, Annealed)
Tensile Strength (UTS) — Minimum690 MPa (100 ksi)
Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) — Minimum283 MPa (41 ksi)
Elongation — Minimum40%
Hardness — Maximum85 HRB
Density8.64 g/cm³
Elastic Modulus at 20°C~205 GPa (29.7 × 10⁶ psi)
Thermal Conductivity at 100°C~11.7 W/m·K
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (20–100°C)11.2 × 10⁻⁶ /°C
Max. Service Temp. — Oxidising atmosphere870°C (1600°F)
Max. Service Temp. — Non-oxidising atmosphere1040°C (1900°F)
ASME B16.5 Material Group3.2 (Nickel Alloys)

Why Hastelloy C4 is Thermally Stable — The Sensitisation Mechanism


Understanding the sensitisation mechanism is essential to correctly specifying C4 versus C276:

C276 in HAZ — Sensitisation Risk

  • During welding, the HAZ is exposed to 550–900°C (sensitisation zone)
  • Carbon migrates to grain boundaries and combines with Cr to form Cr₂₃C₆ chromium carbides
  • Chromium is depleted from the zone adjacent to grain boundaries
  • Cr-depleted zones have reduced corrosion resistance — preferential attack occurs here in acid service
  • Additionally, W and Fe promote mu-phase (Ni₇Mo₆) and P-phase formation — these intermetallics further reduce corrosion resistance
  • Remedy: full solution anneal at 1050–1120°C + rapid water quench to dissolve precipitates
  • For large assemblies, on-site welds, or repair welds: PWHT may be impractical

C4 in HAZ — Thermally Stable

  • Titanium (up to 0.70%) has 100× stronger affinity for carbon than chromium does
  • Ti preferentially forms TiC and TiN — stable precipitates that do not deplete chromium from the matrix
  • Ultra-low carbon (0.015% max) minimises the total carbide formation potential
  • Zero tungsten and low iron (≤3%) prevent mu-phase and P-phase formation
  • Result: C4 HAZ maintains the same chromium level as the base metal — no sensitisation
  • Full corrosion resistance retained in as-welded condition — PWHT is optional, not mandatory
  • Ideal for large assemblies, field welds, heat exchanger shells, and pressure vessels

Corrosion Resistance of Hastelloy C4 Flanges


Performance in Specific Environments

Environment C4 Performance vs C276 Notes
HCl — all concentrations, ambientExcellentEquivalentHigh Mo (14–17%) provides outstanding HCl resistance
HCl — dilute, elevated temperatureExcellentEquivalentSuperior to all stainless steels and most Ni alloys
H₂SO₄ — all concentrationsExcellentEquivalentBoth Cr and Mo contribute to H₂SO₄ resistance
H₃PO₄ (phosphoric acid)ExcellentEquivalentIncluding wet-process H₃PO₄ with fluoride impurities
HNO₃ — moderate concentrationsGoodEquivalentCr provides oxidising acid resistance
HF — diluteModerateEquivalentNeither C4 nor C276 preferred for hot concentrated HF
Acetic acid / formic acidExcellentEquivalentOrganic acid environments including pharmaceutical streams
Wet chlorine gas / Cl₂(aq)ExcellentEquivalentResists all concentrations at ambient and elevated temperature
Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl)ExcellentEquivalentBleach and hypochlorite at all concentrations
Chlorine dioxide (ClO₂)ExcellentEquivalentPulp and paper bleach plant; one of few alloys that resists ClO₂
Mixed HNO₃ + HCl (aqua regia)ModerateEquivalentConcentrated aqua regia attacks all C-family alloys
Chloride pitting / crevice corrosionExcellentC276 slight edge (W content)PREN ~55 for C4 vs ~65 for C276
Weld HAZ in acid service (as-welded)ExcellentC4 significantly superiorTi stabilisation prevents HAZ sensitisation — C4's defining advantage
Seawater and marine chlorideExcellentEquivalentResists biofouling-enhanced crevice corrosion that destroys duplex SS

Excellent Resistance

  • Hydrochloric acid (HCl) — all concentrations
  • Sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄) — all concentrations to boiling
  • Phosphoric acid — including wet-process impure
  • Formic, acetic, and organic reducing acids
  • Wet chlorine gas and chlorinated water
  • Sodium hypochlorite (bleach) — all concentrations
  • Chlorine dioxide (ClO₂)
  • Seawater and marine environments
  • Mixed acid process streams
  • FGD absorber scrubbing liquor
  • Weld HAZ in as-welded condition (unique to C4)

Limitations

  • Fuming (>95%) sulphuric acid / oleum
  • Concentrated boiling HNO₃ (>50% at elevated temp — specify C22)
  • Concentrated HF acid — hot, anhydrous
  • Strongly oxidising salts (FeCl₃, CuCl₂) at high temp — C22 preferred
  • Alkaline oxidising media at very high temperatures
  • Dry halogens above 500°C

Types of Hastelloy C4 Flanges


Hastelloy C4 Weld Neck Flange — ASTM B564 UNS N06455 WNRF
Hastelloy C4 Slip On Flange — ASME B16.5 SORF Ni-Cr-Mo
Hastelloy C4 Blind Flange — UNS N06455 chemical processing
Flange Type Code Standard Application in Corrosive Service
Weld NeckWNRFASME B16.5 / B16.47Preferred type for high-integrity C4 connections — tapered bore reduces stress concentration at the weld joint in corrosive high-pressure service
Slip OnSORFASME B16.5Moderate-pressure acid systems; lower installation precision; dual fillet weld inside and outside
BlindBLASME B16.5 / B16.47Closing corrosive process lines; inspection access ports on chemical reactors and vessels
Socket WeldSWRFASME B16.5Small-bore (½″–2½″) high-pressure chemical injection, sample lines, and instrument take-offs in acid service
Threaded / ScrewedTHASME B16.5Low-pressure vent, drain, and instrument connections; avoids welding of C4 in field where shielding is difficult
Lapped JointLJASME B16.5Used with C4 stub ends — allows less-expensive backing flanges where only the stub end contacts the process fluid
Long Weld NeckLWNASME B16.36 / APIPressure vessel and heat exchanger nozzles in strong acid service — eliminates separate nozzle-to-flange weld joint
Spectacle BlindSBASME B16.48Positive isolation of corrosive process lines for maintenance — C4 eliminates attack during standby in acid atmosphere
Orifice FlangesORFASME B16.36Flow measurement in aggressive chemical and pharmaceutical process streams
Ring Type JointRTJASME B16.5High-pressure acid service requiring positive metal-to-metal seal in critical applications
Plate / Flat FlangesPL / FFCustomer drawingTank nozzles, equipment flanges, and custom connection points in acid storage and handling

Hastelloy C4 Flange Applications by Industry


Industry Application Why Hastelloy C4?
Chemical ProcessingHCl acid handling systems, H₂SO₄ dilution and distribution, phosphoric acid plants, mixed acid reactors, pickling linesResists all concentrations of HCl and H₂SO₄; as-welded HAZ stability critical for large fabricated reactor vessels and columns
Pulp & PaperBleach plant piping — chlorine dioxide (ClO₂), chlorine (Cl₂), hypochlorite (NaOCl) stages; kraft digester nozzlesOnly the C-family Ni alloys reliably resist ClO₂; C4's weld stability eliminates HAZ failures in large bleach plant piping fabrications
Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD)Absorber tower internals, slurry recirculation flanges, mist eliminator supports, limestone feed pipingMixed H₂SO₄ / HCl condensate with chloride; C4 resists the combined acid environment that causes premature failure in duplex SS and C276 as-welded
PharmaceuticalReactor nozzles, heat exchanger flanges, organic acid process piping, product-contact flanges in API synthesisResistance to organic acids, halogenated solvents, and mixed acid reaction media; as-welded HAZ integrity critical for GMP-compliant fabrications where PWHT changes microstructure documentation
Offshore & Oil RefiningSour water strippers, amine treating units, acid alkylation piping, chloride stress corrosion service linesResists H₂S, HCl, and organic acid environments; C4 preferred where large as-welded assemblies cannot be solution annealed offshore
HydrometallurgyHigh-pressure acid leach (HPAL) autoclave nozzles, CCD (counter-current decantation) circuits, electrowinning pipingHot concentrated H₂SO₄ in HPAL conditions; C4's HAZ stability critical for large autoclave fabrications and as-welded nozzle connections
Wet-Process Phosphoric AcidEvaporator flanges, pump casings, pipeline connections in impure H₃PO₄ with fluoride, chloride, and solidsResists the combined corrosive action of H₂SO₄, HF, and H₃PO₄ in wet-process conditions that corrode SS 316L and duplex rapidly
Power GenerationCondenser flange connections in chloride-containing cooling water; high-pressure steam systems with acid condensateChloride pitting resistance superior to any stainless steel; C4 used where duplex SS fails from crevice corrosion at flange joints
Waste TreatmentHigh-temperature incineration scrubber piping, acid waste neutralisation systems, HCl recovery unitsCombined temperature + acid attack in incinerator scrubbers; C4's thermal stability at 550–870°C critical for elevated-temperature connections

Welding Hastelloy C4 Flanges


Hastelloy C4 is weldable by all standard processes used for nickel alloys. Its titanium stabilisation gives it significantly better as-welded corrosion resistance than C276, making it the preferred fabrication alloy for large chemical plant assemblies:

Welding ParameterRequirement for Hastelloy C4
Preferred ProcessGTAW (TIG) — most common for flanges and pipe joints; GMAW (MIG) and SAW for heavy fabrication
Filler MetalAWS A5.14 ERNiCrMo-7 (Hastelloy C-4 matching filler); ERNiCrMo-10 (C22 filler — overmatching; acceptable)
Shielding GasArgon or Ar/He mixtures; 99.99% purity; positive pressure purge to prevent air ingress
PreheatNot required; weld at ambient temperature; do NOT preheat (increases time in sensitisation range)
Interpass TemperatureMaximum 150°C — control strictly to limit heat input and time in 550–900°C sensitisation zone
Heat InputLow-to-medium heat input preferred — reduces HAZ width and exposure time in sensitisation range
Post-Weld Heat TreatmentNot required for most applications (C4's primary advantage over C276). Solution anneal at 1050–1080°C + rapid water quench available if required by specification
PWHT for C276 (comparison)C276 often requires solution anneal after welding in critical corrosive service — C4 eliminates this costly step
CleaningPickle in HNO₃/HF solution after welding to remove weld oxides and restore passive film; rinse with DI water
ASME QualificationWPS/PQR per ASME Section IX, P-Number 45 (UNS N06455 group)

Applicable Standards — Hastelloy C4 Flanges


StandardScope
ASTM B564 / ASME SB-564Nickel alloy forgings — primary material standard for Hastelloy C4 flanges (UNS N06455)
ASTM B575 / ASME SB-575Low-carbon Ni-Cr-Mo alloy plate — Grade N06455 (for plate flanges and spectacle blinds)
ASTM B619 / B622Welded / seamless Ni-alloy pipe — N06455 (for stub ends and pipe nipples supplied with flanges)
ASME B16.5Pipe flanges, NPS ½–24, Classes 150–2500 — Ni alloys are Material Group 3.2 with dedicated P-T tables
ASME B16.47Large diameter flanges NPS 26–60 (Series A: MSS SP-44; Series B: API 605)
ASME B16.36Orifice flanges, NPS 1–16
ASME B16.48Line blanks — spectacle blinds and paddle blanks
EN 1092-1European flange standard — PN rated (PN 6 to PN 400)
DIN 2527 / 2631–2638German DIN flanges — W.Nr. 2.4610
NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156Materials for H₂S-containing oil & gas environments — C4 compliant for sour service
AWS A5.14Nickel alloy welding rods and electrodes — ERNiCrMo-7 (C4 filler)
ASTM G28 Method AFerric sulphate-sulphuric acid corrosion test for detecting sensitisation in Ni-Cr-Mo alloys
ASME Section IXWeld procedure qualification — P-Number 45 group for C4
EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2Material test certificates — 3.1 standard, 3.2 third-party on request

Specifications


Hastelloy C4 Flanges — Available Specifications
Material GradeHastelloy C4, UNS N06455, W.Nr. 2.4610, Nicrofer 6616 (VDM designation)
Material StandardASTM B564 / ASME SB-564
Size Range½″ NB to 56″ NB (DN 15 to DN 1400)
Pressure Class (ASME)150#, 300#, 600#, 900#, 1500#, 2500#
Pressure Rating (PN)PN 6, PN 10, PN 16, PN 25, PN 40, PN 64, PN 100, PN 160, PN 250, PN 320, PN 400
ScheduleSTD, XS, XXS, Sch 10, 20, 40, 80, 120, 160
Flange TypesWeld Neck (WNRF), Slip On (SORF), Blind (BL), Socket Weld (SWRF), Threaded (TH), Lapped Joint (LJ), Long Weld Neck (LWN), Spectacle Blind (SB), Orifice (ORF), Ring Type Joint (RTJ), Plate Flanges, Flat Flanges
Flange FaceRaised Face (RF), Flat Face (FF), Ring Type Joint (RTJ), Male-Female (MF), Tongue & Groove (T&G)
Facing Finish125–250 AARH stock finish (ASME B16.5); smooth for PTFE gaskets; RTJ grooves per ASME B16.20
Dimensional StandardsASME B16.5, ASME B16.47 Series A & B, EN 1092-1, DIN 2527/2631–2638, JIS B2220, AWWA, BS 4504, MSS SP-44
Corrosion TestASTM G28 Method A (ferric sulphate-sulphuric acid immersion, 120 h — available on request to verify sensitisation resistance)
Additional ServicesPMI (XRF/OES for alloy verification), Hydrostatic testing, RT, UT, Liquid penetrant (LP/PT), Pickling & passivation, Third-party inspection (Bureau Veritas, SGS, DNV, Lloyd's, TÜV), Marking per MSS SP-25

Why Choose Tesco Steel & Engineering?


ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Full documentation from raw material heat certificate (ASTM B564) to final dimensional inspection, PMI, and packing records — traceable throughout.

PMI on Every Order

Positive Material Identification by XRF or OES is performed on all C4 flanges before despatch to confirm UNS N06455 composition — especially Mo and Cr content.

96 Countries Export Experience

We supply Hastelloy C4 flanges to chemical plants, FGD systems, pharmaceutical facilities, pulp & paper mills, and offshore platforms across 6 continents.

Custom to Specification

C4 flanges manufactured to your piping class sheet, material requisition, or dimensional drawing — any type, face, size, and pressure class.

EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 MTCs

3.1 certificates supplied as standard. Third-party 3.2 inspection available with Bureau Veritas, SGS, DNV, Lloyd's, TÜV, or your nominated TPIA.

Grade Selection Advice

Our technical team advises on C4 vs C276 vs C22 vs C2000 selection for your specific process fluid, temperature, and fabrication requirements — at no charge.

Price Enquiry: Hastelloy C4 flange prices vary by flange type, size, pressure class, and order quantity. Click here to request an updated price list with current stock and lead-time information. We also provide comparative quotations for C276 and C22 to assist your grade selection decision.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hastelloy C4 Flanges


What is Hastelloy C4?

Hastelloy C4 (UNS N06455, W.Nr. 2.4610, ASTM B564) is a titanium-stabilised nickel-chromium-molybdenum (Ni-Cr-Mo) alloy containing approximately 65% Ni, 14–18% Cr, 14–17% Mo, up to 0.70% Ti, and ultra-low carbon (0.015% max). It is a member of the C-family Hastelloy alloys, engineered to provide the broad corrosion resistance of C276 — across both oxidising and reducing acid environments — with significantly superior weld heat-affected zone (HAZ) thermal stability. The titanium addition locks carbon as stable TiC, preventing grain-boundary chromium depletion during welding or high-temperature service and allowing C4 to be used in as-welded condition without post-weld heat treatment.

What is the UNS number for Hastelloy C4?

Hastelloy C4 is designated UNS N06455. The European W.Nr. is 2.4610. ASTM forging standard: ASTM B564 / ASME SB-564. Plate standard: ASTM B575. VDM Metals trade name: Nicrofer 6616. AWS welding filler: ERNiCrMo-7.

What is the difference between Hastelloy C4 and Hastelloy C276?

Both alloys have similar corrosion resistance in immersion service. The critical differences: Composition: C276 contains 3–4.5% tungsten (W) and up to 0.01% C; C4 has zero W, up to 0.70% Ti, and 0.015% max C. Thermal stability: C276's HAZ can form mu-phase, P-phase, and chromium carbide precipitates in the 550–900°C range, reducing local corrosion resistance; C4's Ti stabilisation prevents this. As-welded performance: C4 maintains full corrosion resistance in as-welded HAZ; C276 often requires solution anneal after welding in critical acid service. Pitting resistance (PREN): C276 (~65) slightly higher than C4 (~55) due to W content. When to choose C4: large fabricated assemblies, field welding, service at 550–900°C, pharmaceutical GMP applications where PWHT complicates quality documentation.

What is the difference between Hastelloy C4 and Hastelloy C22?

C22 (UNS N06022) has higher chromium (20–22.5% vs 14–18% for C4) and lower molybdenum (12.5–14.5% vs 14–17%), plus 2.5–3.5% W. The higher Cr in C22 gives it better resistance to oxidising environments (concentrated HNO₃, ferric/cupric chlorides, hot acid oxidising salts). C4's higher Mo provides superior resistance to reducing environments (HCl, H₂SO₄). C4 has better HAZ thermal stability than C22 due to Ti stabilisation. C22 has higher pitting resistance (PREN ~66). Decision: C4 for reducing acid priority; C22 for oxidising acid priority or mixed oxidising/reducing with pitting concern.

Why does titanium make Hastelloy C4 thermally stable?

Titanium prevents sensitisation — the process by which chromium is depleted from grain boundaries during welding or thermal exposure (550–900°C). In unsensitised alloys, carbon migrates to grain boundaries and forms chromium carbides (Cr₂₃C₆), depleting Cr from the adjacent matrix and creating corrosion-susceptible zones. Titanium has ~100× stronger thermodynamic affinity for carbon than chromium, so it preferentially forms stable titanium carbides (TiC) that do not deplete Cr. With C4's very low carbon (0.015% max), the amount of TiC formed is small and harmless. The result: the grain boundaries in C4 contain the same chromium concentration as the bulk metal — no depleted zones, no preferential corrosion in the HAZ.

What are the mechanical properties of Hastelloy C4 flanges?

Per ASTM B564 (forgings, annealed): Tensile Strength minimum 690 MPa (100 ksi); Yield Strength minimum 283 MPa (41 ksi); Elongation minimum 40%; Hardness maximum 85 HRB. Density: 8.64 g/cm³. Elastic modulus: ~205 GPa. Maximum continuous service temperature: 870°C in oxidising atmosphere, 1040°C in non-oxidising atmosphere.

What acids is Hastelloy C4 resistant to?

Hastelloy C4 resists: hydrochloric acid (HCl) at all concentrations and temperatures; sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄) across a wide concentration range including boiling dilute; phosphoric acid (H₃PO₄) including wet-process impure; formic and acetic acids at elevated temperatures; wet chlorine gas; sodium hypochlorite and chlorine dioxide; mixed acid environments; and most chemical process streams. It does not resist fuming sulphuric acid (oleum), concentrated boiling HNO₃ (where C22 is preferred), or anhydrous hot HF.

When should I specify Hastelloy C4 instead of C276?

Specify Hastelloy C4 over C276 when: (1) Post-weld heat treatment is not feasible — large fabrications, field welds, repair welds; C4's HAZ is already corrosion-resistant without PWHT; (2) Service in the 550–900°C range — C4's Ti stabilisation prevents phase precipitation that would reduce C276's corrosion resistance; (3) Pharmaceutical / GMP applications — where PWHT changes material documentation and C4's as-welded stability simplifies compliance; (4) HAZ attack has been the historical failure mode in the previous alloy. In straightforward immersion applications with full PWHT capability, C276 and C4 are equivalent — C276 may be more cost-competitive due to wider availability.

Can Hastelloy C4 flanges be welded without post-weld heat treatment?

Yes — this is Hastelloy C4's primary engineering advantage. The titanium stabilisation prevents sensitisation in the weld HAZ, so C4 does not require post-weld solution annealing to maintain its corrosion resistance in most applications. Weld using GTAW with ERNiCrMo-7 filler, argon shielding, maximum 150°C interpass temperature, and low heat input. After welding, pickle in HNO₃/HF solution to restore the passive film. An ASTM G28 Method A corrosion test on a weld coupon can verify HAZ resistance if required by specification.

What standards apply to Hastelloy C4 flanges?

Material: ASTM B564 / ASME SB-564 (UNS N06455 forgings). Flange dimensions: ASME B16.5 (NPS ½–24, Class 150–2500, Material Group 3.2); ASME B16.47 (NPS 26–60); EN 1092-1. Welding filler: AWS A5.14 ERNiCrMo-7. Sour service: NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156. Corrosion test: ASTM G28 Method A. Test certificates: EN 10204 3.1 (standard) / 3.2 (third-party on request). Weld qualification: ASME Section IX P-Number 45.

Countries We Export To


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