What is Hastelloy Elbow?
Hastelloy Elbows are fittings that are used to join pieces of piping together. This elbow fitting is available in both a long and short radius and is made from a nickel-based alloy.
The elbow is designed to change the pipe’s direction and allow fluid flow through the pipe while maintaining the mainline direction. A Hastelloy elbow ensures that the fluid flows in the direction the system requires.
Applications of Hastelloy Elbow
Hastelloy Elbows have numerous applications in industries requiring high corrosion resistance and high pressure. Some of the most common applications of Hastelloy Elbows include chemical processing, petrochemical, pulp and paper, pharmaceuticals, and marine engineering applications.
They are widely used to transport aggressive chemicals and acids resistant to corrosion, such as hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, and phosphoric acid.
Advantages of Hastelloy Elbow
The advantages of using Elbows are numerous. First, the alloy’s resistance to corrosion makes it an excellent choice for transporting harsh chemicals and materials. Secondly, Hastelloy is known for its durability, meaning that the fittings have a long lifespan when used in the right applications.
The low carbon content of elbows also inhibits the development of carbide precipitation, making them a great option in extreme temperature conditions. They can resist high temperatures, making them ideal for high-pressure and heat applications.
Uses of Hastelloy Elbow
They join piping elbow-to-elbow, elbow-to-flange, and elbow-to-pipe for various applications. Some of the uses of Hastelloy include chemical processing, waste treatment, pharmaceuticals, and pulp and paper industries.
These are also used in the food and beverage industry, where corrosion-resistant piping is required, and in high-temperature fluid applications, where a high-pressure system is required, such as steam systems.