Alloy PE16,Nimonic PE16 Plate,,E FORU

British Specs: BS HR55 BS HR207，American Specs:，German Specs: AFNOR NW 11AC

### **Product Data Sheet: Alloy PE16 / Nimonic PE16 Plate (UNS N07115)** **Overview** **Alloy PE16** (commercially known as **Nimonic PE16**) is a precipitation-hardenable nickel-chromium-iron superalloy designed for high-temperature service. In the form of **plate**, this material provides **good high-temperature strength, excellent oxidation resistance, and reliable structural stability** at temperatures up to 700°C (1290°F). Nimonic PE16 plate is manufactured to deliver consistent performance in high-temperature structural applications where dimensional stability, mechanical reliability, and cost-effectiveness are essential. The plate form offers excellent fabrication versatility while maintaining the alloy's balanced high-temperature characteristics for various industrial applications. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition** | Element | Content (%) (Typical) | Role in the Alloy | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Nickel (Ni)** | Balance | Austenitic matrix; provides corrosion resistance and structural integrity | | **Chromium (Cr)** | 15.0 - 17.0 | Confers oxidation and corrosion resistance | | **Iron (Fe)** | 32.0 - 38.0 | Enhances fabricability and cost-effectiveness | | **Molybdenum (Mo)** | 2.5 - 3.5 | Provides solid solution strengthening | | **Titanium (Ti)** | 1.0 - 1.8 | Primary precipitation hardener (forms γ' phase) | | **Aluminum (Al)** | 1.0 - 1.8 | Secondary precipitation hardener | | **Carbon (C)** | 0.05 - 0.10 | Forms carbides for grain boundary strength | | **Boron (B)** | 0.001 - 0.010 | Strengthens grain boundaries | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.50 max | Controls sulfur content | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.50 max | Improves oxidation resistance | --- #### **2. Physical Properties** | Property | Value / Condition | | :--- | :--- | | **Density** | 8.00 g/cm³ (0.289 lb/in³) | | **Melting Range** | 1350 - 1400°C (2460 - 2550°F) | | **Specific Heat** | 450 J/kg·K (0.107 Btu/lb·°F) @ 20°C | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 12.0 W/m·K (83.2 Btu·in/hr·ft²·°F) @ 20°C | | **Mean Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 14.5 × 10⁻⁶/°C (20-500°C) | | | 16.2 × 10⁻⁶/°C (20-800°C) | | **Electrical Resistivity** | 1.15 μΩ·m @ 20°C | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 200 GPa (29.0 × 10⁶ psi) @ 20°C | --- #### **3. Mechanical Properties** **Typical Room Temperature Properties (Solution Treated & Aged)** * **Tensile Strength:** 800-1000 MPa (116-145 ksi) * **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset):** 500-700 MPa (73-102 ksi) * **Elongation:** 20-30% **Elevated Temperature Performance** * **Stress Rupture Strength (1000 hours):** * **600°C (1110°F):** ~150 MPa (~22 ksi) * **700°C (1290°F):** ~70 MPa (~10 ksi) --- #### **4. Product Specifications** **Plate Dimensions:** * **Thickness:** 5mm to 100mm (0.2" to 4") * **Width:** 1000mm to 1500mm (40" to 60") * **Length:** 2000mm to 4000mm (80" to 160") * **Custom sizes available upon request** **Thickness Tolerances:** * **5-25mm:** ±0.3mm * **25-50mm:** ±0.5mm * **50-100mm:** ±0.8mm **Surface Condition:** * Hot-rolled, annealed, and pickled * Machined surfaces available * Ultrasonic testing per applicable standards --- #### **5. Key Characteristics** * **Good High-Temperature Strength:** Suitable for service up to 700°C * **Excellent Oxidation Resistance:** Performs well in oxidizing atmospheres * **Thermal Fatigue Resistance:** Good performance under thermal cycling conditions * **Good Weldability:** Can be welded using conventional methods * **Machinability:** Good machinability with proper tooling and techniques * **Dimensional Stability:** Maintains shape and dimensions under thermal stress * **Cost-Effective:** Economical alternative to higher-nickel superalloys * **Stable Microstructure:** Maintains properties during long-term exposure --- #### **6. Product Applications** Nimonic PE16 plate is specified for high-temperature structural applications: * **Power Generation:** * **Gas turbine structural components** * **Heat shield assemblies** * **Combustion chamber supports** * **Boiler components** * **Heat exchanger plates** * **Industrial Processing:** * **Heat treatment furnace components** * **High-temperature reactor vessels** * **Thermal processing equipment** * **Chemical processing fixtures** * **Furnace baffles and supports** * **Aerospace & Gas Turbine:** * **Engine structural components** * **Support brackets and frames** * **Exhaust system components** * **Afterburner structures** * **Nuclear Industry:** * **Reactor core components** * **Shielding structures** * **Support plates** --- #### **7. International Standards** | Standard Type | Standard Number | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Unified Numbering System** | **UNS N07115** | All product forms | | **ASTM** | **ASTM B168** | Standard Specification for Nickel-Chromium-Aluminum Alloy Plate, Sheet, and Strip | | **British Standard** | **BS HR 4** | Plate and Sheet Specifications | | **European** | **EN 10302** | Nickel and cobalt alloys | | **Werkstoff Nr.** | **2.4950** | Material number | | **ASME** | **SB-168** | ASME Code Case for pressure applications | --- #### **8. Quality Assurance** **Testing Requirements:** * Chemical analysis certification * Mechanical properties testing * Ultrasonic testing per ASTM A388 * Grain size assessment * Macro-etch testing * Surface quality inspection **Certification:** * Material Test Certificate 3.1 per EN 10204 * Full traceability to melt heat number * Heat treatment compliance records * Non-destructive testing reports * Dimensional inspection reports --- **Summary** **Alloy PE16 Plate (Nimonic PE16, UNS N07115)** provides a balanced combination of high-temperature performance, structural stability, and cost-effectiveness for demanding applications in moderately high-temperature environments. Its good creep resistance and oxidation stability at temperatures up to 700°C make it suitable for various structural components in power generation, industrial processing, nuclear, and aerospace applications. The plate form offers excellent fabrication versatility while maintaining the balanced properties that make Nimonic PE16 a cost-effective choice for high-temperature service. Compliance with international standards including ASTM B168, BS HR 4, and ASME specifications ensures consistent quality and reliability for industrial applications. Comprehensive quality assurance and testing protocols guarantee material performance and traceability, making Nimonic PE16 plate a practical choice for engineers designing systems that must operate reliably under moderately high thermal conditions while maintaining good manufacturability and economic viability. The alloy's good weldability and machinability further enhance its suitability for fabricating complex structural components for high-temperature service.

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 2175 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.