Alloy C,Brightray C Rod,,E FORU

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**Product Data Sheet: Alloy C / Brightray C Rod** **High-Temperature Nickel-Chromium Alloy Rod** --- ### **1. Product Overview** **Brightray C Rod** is a nickel-chromium-iron alloy rod specifically engineered for high-temperature applications requiring exceptional oxidation resistance, mechanical strength, and thermal stability. With its optimized composition, Brightray C Rod delivers superior performance in continuous or cyclic service up to 1150°C, making it ideal for heating elements, structural components, and fasteners in aggressive thermal environments. The rod form enables easy machining, forging, and fabrication into custom high-temperature parts. --- ### **2. Chemical Composition (Typical % by Weight)** | Element | Content (%) | Role | |--------------|-------------|------------------------------------| | Nickel (Ni) | 60 | Base element, provides high-temperature strength and stability | | Chromium (Cr)| 16 | Forms Cr₂O₃ scale for oxidation resistance | | Iron (Fe) | Balance | Enhances strength and cost-effectiveness | | Silicon (Si) | 1.0–1.5 | Improves scale adhesion and oxidation resistance | | Manganese (Mn)| 0.5–1.0 | Deoxidizer and sulfur control | | Carbon (C) | ≤0.15 | Optimizes high-temperature strength | | Aluminum (Al)| 0.5–1.0 | Enhances oxidation resistance via oxide formation | | Rare Earths | Trace | Improves scale spallation resistance | --- ### **3. Physical & Mechanical Properties** | Property | Value (Typical) | |------------------------------|------------------| | Density | 8.20 g/cm³ | | Melting Point | 1380°C (2516°F) | | Electrical Resistivity | 1.12 μΩ·m at 20°C | | Thermal Conductivity | 14.5 W/m·K at 20°C | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 16.5 μm/m·K (20–1000°C) | | Tensile Strength | 650–900 MPa | | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) | ≥300 MPa | | Elongation | ≥25% | | Maximum Service Temperature | 1150°C (2100°F) | --- ### **4. Product Applications** - **Heating Element Supports**: Rods used as hooks, pins, and brackets for supporting heating elements in industrial furnaces. - **Fasteners & Bolts**: High-temperature bolts, nuts, and threaded rods for assembling furnace components. - **Thermocouple Protection Sheaths**: Machined rods for fabricating thermocouple housings. - **Heat Treatment Fixtures**: Trays, racks, and jigs for sintering, annealing, or brazing processes. - **Electrical Resistance Components**: Rotary switches, resistor cores, and conductive parts. - **Glass & Ceramic Industry**: Mandrels, molds, and handling tools for hot glass or ceramics. --- ### **5. Key Features & Benefits** - **Excellent Oxidation Resistance**: Protective Cr₂O₃ scale prevents degradation at high temperatures. - **High-Temperature Strength**: Retains mechanical integrity under prolonged thermal exposure. - **Thermal Fatigue Resistance**: Performs reliably in cyclic heating applications. - **Machinability**: Can be turned, drilled, or threaded using conventional methods. - **Weldability**: Compatible with TIG, MIG, and plasma welding using matching fillers (e.g., ERNiCr-3). - **Long Service Life**: Reduced material wastage and maintenance costs. --- ### **6. International Standards** | Standard Type | Specification Number | Description | |---------------|----------------------|-------------| | ASTM | B166 | Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloy Rod & Bar | | UNS | N06004 | Material Designation | | DIN | 2.4867 | NiCr15Fe Alloy Rod | | EN | 2.4816 | NiCr15Fe (Brightray C Equivalent) | | JIS | G 4902 (NCF 601) | Heat-Resisting Nickel-Chromium Alloy | --- ### **7. Product Specifications (Rod Forms)** - **Diameter Range**: 3 mm to 150 mm (0.12" to 6"). - **Length**: Standard lengths of 3–6 meters; custom lengths available. - **Tolerances**: ISO h10/h11 for precision machining. - **Surface Finish**: Black oxide, pickled, or turned finish. - **Condition**: Annealed or hot-worked to suit fabrication needs. --- ### **8. Fabrication Notes** - **Machining**: Use carbide tools with positive rake angles; adequate cooling recommended. - **Welding**: Pre-heat to 200°C for thick sections; post-weld annealing not required for most applications. - **Forging**: Heat to 1150–1200°C before hot forging. - **Heat Treatment**: Solution anneal at 1050–1150°C followed by rapid cooling. --- **Disclaimer**: The values provided are typical and for reference only. Actual properties may vary based on manufacturing process, rod size, and heat treatment. Users must verify suitability for specific applications through testing. Compliance with safety and operational guidelines is essential.

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 2834 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.