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Datasheet: Nitronic** 60
Nitronic** 60
Nitronic 60 is an anti-galling and wear resistant stainless steel. Additions of Silicon and Manganese have given this alloy the ability to prevent wear and galling.
Nitronic 60 is also known as Alloy 218 and HPA 50.
Available in all profile options
Key Features
Nitronic 60 offers the following key features:
Anti galling
Wear resistant
Typical Applications
Nitronic 60 is known to be suitable for the following applications:
Valve Stems
Pins
Brushes
Roller bearings
Pump shafts and rings
Thread inserts
Fasteners
Designations
UNS S21800
AWS 166
Specifications
AMS 5848
ASTM A580
Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of Nitronic 60 is indicated in the table below:
| Element | Min % | Max % |
|---|---|---|
| C | – | 0.10 |
| Si | 3.50 | 4.50 |
| Mn | 7.00 | 9.00 |
| Ni | 8.00 | 9.00 |
| Cr | 16.00 | 18.00 |
| S | – | 0.03 |
| P | – | 0.04 |
| Mo | – | 0.75 |
| N | 0.08 | 0.18 |
| Cu | – | 0.75 |
| Fe | Bal |
Alloy Details
Nitronic 60 density, melting point, coefficient of expansion, modulus of rigidity, and elasticity is indicated in the table below:
| Density | Melting Point | Coefficient of Expansion | Modulus of Rigidity | Modulus of Elasticity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.6 g/cm³ | 1375 °C | 15.8 μm/m °C (21 – 200 °C) | 69 kN/mm² | 181 kN/mm² |
| 0.28 lb/in³ | 2500 °F | 8.810 x 10-6 in/in °F (70 – 212 °F) | 10008 ksi | 26200 ksi |
Heat treatment of finished parts
The typical heat treatment of Nitronic 60:
| Condition as supplied by AWI | Type | Temperature | Time | Cooling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annealed or Spring Temper | Stress Relieve | 250 °C (480 °F) | 1 Hr | Air |
Properties
The typical mechanical properties of Nitronic 60:
| Solution Annealed | ||
|---|---|---|
| Approx. tensile strength | <1000 N/mm² | <145 ksi |
| Approx. operating temperature | -200 to +300 °C | -330 to +570 °F |
| Spring Temper | ||
|---|---|---|
| Approx. tensile strength | 1300 – 1900 N/mm² | 189 – 276 ksi |
| Approx. operating temperature | -200 to +300 °C | -330 to +570 °F |
The above tensile strength ranges are typical. If you require different please ask.
*Trade name of AK Steel
