| Materials |
Comments |
| FeCrAlY |
Good oxidation resistance up to 2000º F; corrosion resistant;
rigid |
| Platinum |
Chemical catalyst applications |
| Copper |
Good electric and thermal conductivity; good material for heat exchangers |
| Brass |
Low temperature use; effective biocide filter |
| Steel |
Structural applications |
| 316 Stainless |
Structurally effective up to 600º F |
| Nickel |
Ductile; resistant to some acids; resistant to salt water |
|
Nickel Cr.
|
Oxidation resistance at elevated temperatures |
| Silver |
Good electrical conductivity; low corrosion resistance |
| Cobalt L605 F75 |
L605 extremely resistant to corrosion; F75 used in medical applications |
| Nichrome |
High resistance to oxidation and corrosion; structurally soft |
|
Hastelloy X
|
Oxidation and corrosion resistant; low creep rate |
| Inconel 600-625 |
Good operating characteristics up to 1500º F |
| Rhodium |
Catalyst applications |
|
Titanium
|
Mechanically strong; 10-15% dense; do not use in air at high temperature;
resistant to almost all acids |
