EN 10095-1995 Heat Resistant Steels and Alloys
Heat Resistant Steels and Alloys (ENS) are alloys which are designed for high temperature applications and are essential for manufacturing parts and components with extreme heat and pressure resistance. These alloys are usually produced from available materials and alloys with a specific chemical composition and mechanical properties that allow them to resist temperatures up to 1100 degrees Celsius (2000 deg F). The performance of the alloy depends on the ratio of the alloying element to the total composition.
Heat Resistant Steels and Alloys have a wide range of uses. They can be used in design elements such as welds, bolts and fastening elements. They are also used in construction industries such as pipelines, ships, commercial and industrial buildings. Furthermore, they are a part of safety equipment such as thermal protectors, electric circuits and aeronautics.
The mechanical properties of Heat Resistant Steels and Alloys depend on their specific chemical composition and are categorized based on their melting point and ability to resist heat and corrosion. These are also identified by their carbon content. EN 10095-1995 categorizes the additional alloys that can be used for manufacturing with its description of the mechanical and physical properties.
The standards specified in EN 10095-1995 are designed to provide the information necessary to properly choose the most suitable material for each application. For example, an alloy with better thermal stability would be required for an area subject to high temperature fluctuations. Another standard, the EN 10095-1995 Heat Resistant Steel Selection Panel gives guidance on how to define the necessary characteristics for the required application including chemical and physical properties, heat stability and other aspects.
Heat Resistant Steels and Alloys also have different mechanical and physical properties in terms of dimension, tolerance and shape. All of these need to be carefully assessed to guarantee the part’s performance in the application. For this purpose, the standard specified in EN 10095-1995 offers details on aspects such as hardness, corrosion resistance and fatigue resistance.
Heat Resistant Steels and Alloys play a vital role in manufacturing components and parts in various industries and areas. They provide excellent corrosion and thermal resistance, allowing components and parts to last longer and perform better in high temperature environments. Furthermore, these alloys can be successfully recycled and reprocessed many times, which makes them a cost-efficient and sustainable material for different applications. With the standards specified in EN 10095-1995 Heat Resistant Steels and Alloys guarantees the best possible performance for the products.
