The Application of 00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) Austenitic Stainless Steel
Introduction
Austenitic stainless steel is a popular choice of material for components and parts used in food processing and laboratory machinery, cryogenic and petrochemical systems as well as chemical processing systems due to its high corrosion resistance. Its chemical composition, mechanical properties, and other properties all must meet specific standards, and due to its wide range of use, alloy grades have been developed for specific applications. One such grade is 00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) austenitic stainless steel. This report will discuss the composition, properties, and applications of 00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) stainless steel.
Chemical Composition and Properties
00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) austenitic stainless steel is a low-carbon, high-nickel stainless steel grade. Its chemical composition consists of a maximum of 0.08% carbon, 22-25% chromium, 24-27% nickel, 0.5-2.5% molybdenum, and 0.2% nitrogen. The properties of 00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) stainless steel include good corrosion resistance, high oxidation resistance, good strength and hardness, and excellent weldability.
Applications
Due to its high corrosion resistance and excellent weldability, 00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) austenitic stainless steel is used in a wide variety of applications where corrosion could otherwise be a concern.
The chemical processing industry often uses 00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) stainless steel for tanks, reactors, and process piping. The high oxidation resistance and weldability of the steel means it can be used in applications with temperatures of up to 1500°F. This makes it an ideal material for the fabrication of flex-hoses and chimneys, both of which are installed in chemical processing plants.
00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) is also used in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the production and storage of milk and milk-based products. It is especially popular in this industry due to its excellent resistance to milk and milk derivatives, such as lactic acid and casein. As such, it is often used to build dairy equipment such as tanks, vats, separators, and piping.
Finally, 00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) stainless steel is frequently used in laboratory and medical equipment, such as laboratory benches and shelves, test tubes, and autoclaves, as well as for surgical instruments. The high corrosion resistance and weldability of the steel make them ideal for such applications.
Conclusion
00Cr25Ni22Mo2N (2RE69) austenitic stainless steel is a low-carbon, high-nickel grade of stainless steel that is popular for its excellent corrosion resistance and weldability. Its chemical composition consists of 0.08% maximum carbon, 22-25% chromium, 24-27% nickel, 0.5-2.5% molybdenum, and 0.2% nitrogen. It is used in a variety of applications including chemical processing, the food and beverage industry, and laboratory equipment. Thanks to its high corrosion resistance and weldability, it is an ideal material for these and other related applications.