Incoloy 825 (UNS N08825)

1. Basic Information

  • Grade: Incoloy 825
  • UNS: N08825
  • W.Nr.: 2.4858
  • Alloy Type: Nickel-Iron-Chromium-Molybdenum-Copper austenitic alloy
  • Key Characteristics: Excellent resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion and stress corrosion cracking (SCC), good mechanical properties at both room and elevated temperatures, outstanding resistance to reducing and oxidizing acids.

2. Chemical Composition (wt%, typical)

ElementN08825
Nickel (Ni)38.0 – 46.0
Chromium (Cr)19.5 – 23.5
Iron (Fe)Balance
Molybdenum (Mo)2.5 – 3.5
Copper (Cu)1.5 – 3.0
Aluminum (Al)≤ 0.2
Titanium (Ti)0.6 – 1.2
Carbon (C)≤ 0.05
Manganese (Mn)≤ 1.0
Silicon (Si)≤ 0.5
Sulfur (S)≤ 0.03
Phosphorus (P)≤ 0.03

3. Mechanical Properties (Solution Annealed, Room Temperature)

PropertyValue
Tensile Strength≥ 585 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)≥ 240 MPa
Elongation≥ 30 %
Hardness≤ HB 220
Modulus of Elasticity~ 205 GPa

4. Physical Properties

PropertyValue
Density8.14 g/cm³
Melting Range1370 – 1400 °C
Thermal Expansion (20–100°C)~ 13.9 × 10⁻⁶ /°C
Thermal Conductivity~ 11.6 W/(m·K)
MagnetismNon-magnetic

5. Corrosion Resistance

Excellent resistance to chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking (SCC).

Superior resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in halide environments.

Good performance in sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid, nitric acid, and organic acids.

High corrosion resistance in sour oil and gas environments (H₂S, CO₂, chlorides).

Good resistance to oxidation and carburization at elevated temperatures.

6. Fabrication & Welding

  • Heat Treatment: Solution annealing at 925–1010°C, followed by rapid cooling.
  • Weldability: Good. Recommended fillers: ERNiCrMo-3 / ENiCrMo-3.
  • Formability: Good cold and hot formability.
  • Machinability: Similar to austenitic stainless steels.

7. Standards & Specifications

ASTM B424, B163, B165, B514, B515, B516, B564, B775

ASME SB424, SB163, SB165, SB514, SB515, SB516, SB564, SB775

NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156

8. Typical Applications

Oil and gas production equipment in sour service

Chemical processing reactors, heat exchangers, and piping

Pickling industry components and acid handling systems

Flue gas desulfurization (FGD) scrubbers

Waste treatment and pollution control equipment

Seawater cooling systems and marine components

9. Short Description (for Product List)

Incoloy 825 (UNS N08825) is a nickel-iron-chromium alloy with additions of molybdenum and copper, offering excellent resistance to stress corrosion cracking, pitting, and crevice corrosion. It is widely used in chemical processing, oil & gas, and pollution control equipment.