ASTM B446 Inconel 625 Rod for Oil Drilling Applications
ASTM B446 Inconel 625 round rod (W.Nr. 2.4856, UNS N06625) provides exceptional performance for oil and gas drilling operations in extreme downhole environments. Available in 2-16" diameters, this nickel-chromium-molybdenum-niobium superalloy delivers superior strength, corrosion resistance, and structural integrity for critical drilling components.
Product Specifications
| Standard |
AISI, ASTM, BS, DIN, GB, JIS |
| Grade |
Monel series: 400 K500
Inconel series: 600 601 625 718 725
Incoloy series: 800 800H 825 925
Hastelloy series: B,B2,B3,C,C-276,C-4,C-22
Pure: Ni200, Ni201 |
| Specifications |
Round bar: Diameter: 4~300mm
Flat bar: Thickness: 1.0~100mm, Width: 1~1500mm
Square bar: Size: 4*4-100*100mm
Length: 2m, 5.8m, 6m, or as required
Surface: Black, peeled, polishing, bright, sand blast, hair line, etc.
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| Price Term |
Ex-work, FOB, CFR, CIF, etc. |
| Delivery Time |
Standard sizes in stock, prompt delivery or as per order quantity |
Material Properties & Performance
Chemical Composition
Engineered with precise chemical composition: minimum 58% nickel matrix for chloride stress corrosion cracking resistance, 20.0-23.0% chromium for oxidation resistance, 8.0-10.0% molybdenum for reductive corrosion defense, and 3.15-4.15% niobium for solid-solution strengthening. Tight control of trace elements ensures optimal performance.
Mechanical Properties
In annealed condition: minimum tensile strength of 760 MPa (110 ksi), yield strength of 345 MPa (50 ksi), with elongation exceeding 30%. Cold-worked variants achieve tensile strength up to 1924 MPa (279 ksi) while maintaining critical toughness across extreme temperature ranges.
Corrosion Resistance
Superior performance in aggressive downhole environments including chloride-rich brines, inorganic acids, and both oxidizing and reducing conditions. Complies with NACE MR 0175 (ISO 15156-3) standards for hydrogen sulfide service and demonstrates exceptional resistance to marine corrosion in offshore applications.
Manufacturing & Quality
Manufactured to ASTM B446 and ASME SB446 standards with strict dimensional tolerances. Each rod undergoes annealing at 1095°C (2000°F) followed by rapid cooling to optimize grain structure and corrosion resistance. Available surface finishes range from mill scale to precision ground for tight-fit assemblies.
Oil Drilling Applications
- Downhole tool mandrels and stabilizers
- Wellhead valve trim and choke components
- Subsea pipeline connectors and fasteners
- Acidizing equipment and pressure vessels
- Offshore platform structural supports
Operational Advantages
Excellent weldability without preheating or post-weld heat treatment simplifies on-site modifications. Non-magnetic properties make them ideal for use near logging tools. Each shipment includes full mill certification with chemical analysis, mechanical test results, and traceability documentation for API and ISO compliance.
Product Images
Visual documentation available upon request showcasing our Inconel 625 rods in various diameters and surface finishes suitable for oil drilling applications.