Rene 100 Nickel Alloy (UNS N13100),IN-100; ATG M2; Nimocast PK24,E FORU

**Product Overview: René 100 Nickel Alloy (UNS N13100)** **René 100** (also known as **IN-100**, **ATG M2**, **Nimocast PK24**) is a premium investment-cast nickel-based superalloy specifically developed for high-temperature applications in aerospace and gas turbine industries. This precipitation-hardened alloy is characterized by its exceptional high-temperature strength, excellent creep resistance, and superior oxidation resistance, making it ideal for critical rotating components in jet engines and gas turbines. --- ### **Key Characteristics & Advantages** - **Exceptional High-Temperature Strength**: Maintains mechanical properties up to 1040°C (1900°F) - **Excellent Creep Resistance**: Withstands prolonged exposure to high stress at elevated temperatures - **Superior Oxidation and Corrosion Resistance**: Performs reliably in aggressive environments - **Optimized for Investment Casting**: Specifically designed for complex, near-net-shape components - **High Strength-to-Weight Ratio**: Ideal for rotating components where weight reduction is critical --- ### **Chemical Composition (Typical Weight %)** | Element | Content Range (%) | Function Description | |------------------|-------------------|-----------------------| | **Nickel (Ni)** | Balance | Base element providing the γ matrix | | **Chromium (Cr)**| 9.0-11.0 | Provides oxidation and corrosion resistance | | **Cobalt (Co)** | 14.0-16.0 | Enhances high-temperature strength | | **Molybdenum (Mo)**| 2.5-3.5 | Solid solution strengthener | | **Aluminum (Al)**| 5.0-5.7 | Forms γ' strengthening phase | | **Titanium (Ti)**| 4.5-5.0 | Enhances γ' formation and stability | | **Vanadium (V)** | 0.9-1.2 | Improves strength and stability | | **Carbon (C)** | 0.14-0.20 | Controls carbide formation | | **Boron (B)** | 0.010-0.020 | Enhances grain boundary strength | | **Zirconium (Zr)**| 0.040-0.060 | Improves creep resistance | --- ### **Physical Properties** | Property | Typical Value | Test Conditions | |---------------------------------|------------------------|--------------------------| | **Density** | 7.85 g/cm³ | At room temperature | | **Melting Range** | 1290-1345°C | Solidus-Liquidus | | **Thermal Expansion Coefficient**| 12.6 × 10⁻⁶/°C | 20-1000°C range | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 14.2 W/m·K | At 800°C | | **Specific Heat Capacity** | 460 J/kg·K | At 800°C | | **Young's Modulus** | 210 GPa | At room temperature | --- ### **Mechanical Properties** | Property | Temperature | Typical Value | |------------------------|-------------|----------------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 20°C | 1240 MPa | | **Tensile Strength** | 815°C | 965 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2%)** | 20°C | 1035 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2%)** | 815°C | 795 MPa | | **Elongation** | 20°C | 8% | | **Elongation** | 815°C | 6% | | **Creep Rupture Life** | 815°C/310 MPa | 200 hours | --- ### **International Standards & Specifications** René 100 complies with the following international standards: - **AMS 7260**: Investment Castings, Nickel Base Alloy - **AMS 7261**: Powder Metal, Nickel Base Alloy - **ASTM B637**: Precipitation Hardening Nickel Alloy - **GE Specification**: S100, S500 - **Pratt & Whitney**: PWA 1004 - **Rolls-Royce**: RPS 300 --- ### **Heat Treatment** Standard heat treatment typically includes: - **Solution Treatment**: 1190°C for 2 hours, oil quench - **Primary Aging**: 1080°C for 4 hours, air cool - **Secondary Aging**: 845°C for 24 hours, air cool - **Tertiary Aging**: 760°C for 16 hours, air cool --- ### **Applications** 1. **Aerospace Gas Turbine Engines**: - Turbine blades and vanes - Turbine disks and rotors - Compressor components - Combustion chamber parts 2. **Industrial Gas Turbines**: - Power generation turbine components - Mechanical drive turbine parts - Marine propulsion systems 3. **High-Temperature Structural Components**: - Rocket engine components - Nuclear reactor parts - Specialized high-temperature equipment --- ### **Manufacturing Considerations** - **Primary Process**: Investment casting preferred - **Machining**: Requires specialized tools and techniques - **Welding**: Limited weldability, requires specialized procedures - **Quality Control**: Stringent NDT requirements including X-ray, FPI --- ### **Available Forms** - **Investment Castings**: Complex near-net-shape components - **Powder Metallurgy**: For improved homogeneity - **Billet**: For subsequent forging operations --- **Disclaimer**: *The information provided is for technical reference purposes only. René 100 is a proprietary alloy requiring specialized processing and heat treatment. Actual properties may vary depending on manufacturing processes, heat treatment parameters, and specific application conditions. Users should consult with qualified materials engineers and adhere to OEM specifications for critical applications. All manufacturing and processing should follow approved procedures and quality standards.*

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 3109 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.