Designation: B462 − 15

Standard Specification for

Forged or Rolled UNS N06030, UNS N06022, UNS N06035,
UNS N06200, UNS N06059, UNS N10362, UNS N06686, UNS
N08020, UNS N08367, UNS N10276, UNS N10665, UNS
N10675, UNS N10629, UNS N08031, UNS N06045, UNS
N06025, UNS R20033 Alloy Pipe Flanges, Forged Fittings,
and Valves and Parts for Corrosive High-Temperature
Service 1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation B462; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope* 2. Referenced Documents
1.1 This specification2 covers forged or rolled UNS 2.1 ASTM Standards:3
N06030, UNS N06035, UNS N06022, UNS N06200, UNS A262 Practices for Detecting Susceptibility to Intergranular
N06059, UNS N10362, UNS N06686, UNS N08020, UNS Attack in Austenitic Stainless Steels
N08367, UNS N10276, UNS N10665, UNS N10675, UNS B166 Specification for Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloys (UNS
N10629, UNS N08031, UNS N06045, UNS N06025, and UNS N06600, N06601, N06603, N06690, N06693, N06025,
R20033* pipe flanges, forged fittings, and valves and parts N06045, and N06696), Nickel-Chromium-Cobalt-
Molybdenum Alloy (UNS N06617), and Nickel-Iron-
intended for corrosive high-temperature service.
Chromium-Tungsten Alloy (UNS N06674) Rod, Bar, and
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded Wire
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical B335 Specification for Nickel-Molybdenum Alloy Rod
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only B408 Specification for Nickel-Iron-Chromium Alloy Rod
and are not considered standard. and Bar
B472 Specification for Nickel Alloy Billets and Bars for
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the Reforging
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the B473 Specification for UNS N08020, UNS N08024, and
responsibility of the user of this standard to become familiar UNS N08026 Nickel Alloy Bar and Wire
with all hazards including those identified in the appropriate B574 Specification for Low-Carbon Nickel-Chromium-
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product/material as provided Molybdenum, Low-Carbon Nickel-Molybdenum-
by the manufacturer, to establish appropriate safety and health Chromium, Low-Carbon Nickel-Molybdenum-
practices, and determine the applicability of regulatory limi- Chromium-Tantalum, Low-Carbon Nickel-Chromium-
tations prior to use. Molybdenum-Copper, and Low-Carbon Nickel-
Chromium-Molybdenum-Tungsten Alloy Rod
B581 Specification for Nickel-Chromium-Iron-
1 Molybdenum-Copper Alloy Rod
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee B02 on
Nonferrous Metals and Alloys and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee B649 Specification for Ni-Fe-Cr-Mo-Cu-N Low-Carbon Al-
B02.07 on Refined Nickel and Cobalt and Their Alloys. loys (UNS N08925, UNS N08031, UNS N08354, and
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2015. Published October 2015. Originally
approved in 1967. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as B462 – 10ɛ2. DOI:
10.1520/B0462-15.
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For ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code applications see related Specifi- For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
cation SB-462 in Section II of that Code. contact ASTM Customer Service at [email protected]. For Annual Book of ASTM
* New designation established in accordance with Practice E527 and SAE J1086, Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Practice for Numbering Metals and Alloys (UNS). the ASTM website.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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UNS N08926), and Cr-Ni-Fe-N Low-Carbon Alloy (UNS 5. Materials and Manufacture
R20033) Bar and Wire, and Ni-Cr-Fe-Mo-N Alloy (UNS 5.1 Discard—A sufficient discard shall be made from each
N08936) Wire ingot to secure freedom from injurious piping and undue
B691 Specification for Iron-Nickel-Chromium- segregation. The material shall have a homogeneous structure
Molybdenum Alloys (UNS N08366 and UNS N08367) as shown by the macroetch test in 7.3.
Rod, Bar, and Wire
5.2 Manufacturing Practice:
B880 Specification for General Requirements for Chemical
5.2.1 Material for forging shall consist of a billet, bar, or
Check Analysis Limits for Nickel, Nickel Alloys and
forging produced in accordance with Specifications B166,
Cobalt Alloys
B335, B408, B 462, B472, B473, B574, B581, B649, or B691.
E8 Test Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials
5.2.2 The material shall be forged by hammering, pressing,
E527 Practice for Numbering Metals and Alloys in the
rolling, extruding, or upsetting; it shall be brought as nearly as
Unified Numbering System (UNS)
practicable to the finished shape and size by hot working; and
E1473 Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Nickel,
shall be so processed as to cause metal flow during the
Cobalt, and High-Temperature Alloys
hot-working operation in the direction most favorable for
E1916 Guide for Identification of Mixed Lots of Metals
resisting the stresses encountered in service.
2.2 ANSI Standard: 5.2.3 When specified in the order, a sample forging may be
B16.5 Steel Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings (for appli- sectioned and etched to show flow lines and the condition as
cable alloy UNS N08020)4 regards internal imperfections. In such cases, the question of
2.3 Manufacturers’ Standardization Society of the Valve and acceptable and unacceptable character of metal flow shall be a
Fittings Industry Standard: subject for agreement between the manufacturer and the
SP-25 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, purchaser.
Flanges, and Unions5 5.2.4 When specified in the order, the manufacturer shall
submit for approval of the purchaser a sketch showing the
3. Terminology shape of the rough forging before machining.
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard: 5.3 Heat Treatment:
3.1.1 forgings, n—the term forgings as used in this specifi- 5.3.1 The product of UNS N08020 alloy shall be furnished
cation shall be understood to cover one or all of the products in the stabilized-annealed condition. The product of UNS
mentioned in 1.1, either forged or rolled. N06022, UNS N06035, UNS N06030, UNS N06200, UNS
N10362, UNS N10276, UNS N10665, UNS N10675, and UNS
4. Ordering Information R20033 alloys shall be furnished in the solution annealed
condition.
4.1 It is the responsibility of the purchaser to specify all
requirements that are necessary for material ordered under this NOTE 2—The recommended annealing temperatures all followed by
water quenching or rapidly cooling by other means are: UNS
specification. Examples of such requirements include, but are N06030–2125 to 2175°F (1163 to 1191°C), UNS N06022–2025 to 2075°F
not limited to, the following: (1107 to 1135°C), UNS N06035–2025–2075°F (1107–1135°C), UNS
4.1.1 Quantity (weight or number of pieces), N06200–2075 to 2125°F (1135 to 1163°C), UNS N06059–2025 to 2125°F
4.1.2 Name of material or UNS number, (1107 to 1163°C), UNS N10362–2075 to 2125°F (1135 to 1163°C), UNS
4.1.3 Forging sketch when required (5.2.4), N06686–2125 to 2225°F (1163 to 1218°C), UNS N08020–1700 to 1850°F
(927 to 1010°C), UNS N10276–2025 to 2075°F (1107 to 1135°C), UNS
4.1.4 Forging sectioning, if required (5.2.3), N10665–1925 to 2000°F (1052 to 1093°C), UNS N10675–1925 to 2000°F
4.1.5 ASTM designation and year of issue, (1052 to 1093°C), UNS N10629–1925 to 2000°F (1052 to 1093°C), UNS
4.1.6 Inspection (14.1), N08031–2050 to 2160°F (1121 to 1182°C) UNS N06045–2125 to 2190°F
4.1.7 Supplementary requirements, if any, and (1163 to 1199°C), UNS N06025–2175 to 2240°F (1191 to 1227°C), and
UNS R20033–2010 to 2150°F (1100 to 1180°C).
4.1.8 If possible, the intended end use.
5.3.2 Alloy N08367 shall be furnished in the solution
NOTE 1—A typical ordering description is as follows: 200 forgings, annealed condition.
UNS N08020, in accordance with the attached drawing and Specification
B462. 5.3.2.1 The recommended heat treatment shall consist of
heating to a minimum temperature of 2025°F (1105°C) and
quenching in water, or rapidly cooling, by other means.
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5.3.3 Heat treatment may be performed before machining.
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Available from Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings
Industry (MSS), 127 Park St., NE, Vienna, VA 22180-4602, http://www.mss- 6.1 The material shall conform to the requirements as to
hq.com. chemical composition prescribed in Table 1.
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TABLE 1 Chemical Requirements
Element
UNS N08020 UNS N08367 UNS R20033
Carbon, max 0.07 0.030 0.015
Manganese, max 2.00 2.00 2.0
Phosphorus, max 0.045 0.040 0.02
Sulfur, max 0.035 0.030 0.01
Silicon, max 1.00 1.00 0.50
Nickel 32.00–38.00 23.50 to 25.50 30.0–33.0
Chromium 19.00–21.00 20.00 to 22.00 31.0–35.0
Molybdenum 2.00–3.00 6.00 to 7.00 0.50–2.0
Copper 3.00–4.00 0.75 max 0.30–1.20
Columbium (Nb) 8 × carbon–1.00 ... ...
+ tantalum
Nitrogen ... 0.18 to 0.25 0.35–0.60
Iron RemainderA RemainderA RemainderA
Composition, %
Element
UNS N06030 UNS N06022 UNS N06200 UNS N10276 UNS10665 UNS N10675
Carbon, max 0.03 0.015 0.010 0.010 0.02 0.01
Manganese, max 1.5 0.50 0.50 1.0 1.0 3.0
Phosphorous, max 0.04 0.02 0.025 0.04 0.04 0.030
Sulphur, max 0.02 0.02 0.010 0.03 0.03 0.010
Silicon. max 0.8 0.08 0.08 0.08 0.10 0.10
Nickel RemainderA RemainderA RemainderA RemainderA RemainderA RemainderA
Chromium 28.0-31.5 20.0-22.5 22.0–24.0 14.5-16.5 1.0 max 1.0-3.0
Molybdenum 4.0-6.0 12.5-14.5 15.0-17.0 15.0-17.0 26.0-30.0 27.0-32.0
Copper 1.0-2.4 ... 0.3-1.9 ... ... 0.20
Columbium (Nb) 0.30-1.50 ... ... ... ... ...
+ tantalum
Nitrogen ... ... ... ... ... ...
Iron 13.0-17.0 2.0-6.0 3.0 max 4.0-7.0 2.0 max 1.0-3.0
Cobalt, max 5.0 2.5 2.0 2.5 1.0 3.0
Tungsten 1.5-4.0 2.5-3.5 ... 3.0-4.5 ... 3.0 max
Vanadium, max ... 0.35 ... 0.35 ... 0.20
Titanium, max ... ... ... ... ... 0.2
Zirconium, max ... ... ... ... ... 0.10
Columbium (Nb) ... ... ... ... ... 0.20 max
Tantalum ... ... ... ... ... 0.20 max
Nickel ... ... ... ... ... 94.0-98.0
+ Molybdenum
Aluminum, max ... ... 0.50 ... ... 0.50
Composition, %
Element
UNS N06059 UNS N10362 UNS N06686 UNS N08031 UNS N06045 USN N06025 USN N10629 USN N06035
Carbon, max 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.015 0.05-0.12 0.15-0.25 0.01 0.050
Manganese, max 0.5 0.60 0.75 2.0 1.0 0.15 1.5 0.50
Phosphorous, 0.015 0.025 0.04 0.020 0.02 0.02 0.040 0.030
max
Sulphur, max 0.010 0.010 0.02 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.015
Silicon, max 0.10 0.08 0.08 0.3 2.5-3.0 0.5 0.05 0.60
Nickel, RemainderA RemainderA RemainderA 30.0-32.0 45.0 min RemainderA RemainderA RemainderA
Chromium 22.0-24.0 13.8-15.6 19.0-23.0 26.0-28.0 26.0-29.0 24.0-26.0 0.5-1.5 32.25-34.25
Molybdenum 15.0-16.5 21.5-23.0 15.0-17.0 6.0-7.0 ... ... 26.0-30.0 7.60-9.00
Copper 0.50 max ... ... 1.0-1.4 0.3 max 0.1 max 0.5 0.30 max
Yttrium ... ... ... ... ... 0.05-0.12 ... ...
Nitrogen ... ... ... 0.15-0.25 ... ... ... ...
Iron 1.5 max 1.25 max 5.0 max RemainderA 21.0-25.0 8.0–11.0 1.0-6.0 2.00 max
Cobalt, max 0.3 ... ... ... ... ... 2.5 1.00
Tungsten ... ... 3.0-4.4 ... ... ... ... 0.60 max
Vanadium, max ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 0.20
Titanium, max ... ... 0.02-0.25 ... ... 0.1-0.2 ... ...
Zirconium, max ... ... ... ... ... 0.01-0.10 ... ...
Columbium (Nb) ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...
Tantalum ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...
Cerium ... ... ... ... 0.03-0.09 ... ... ...
Aluminum, max 0.1-0.4 0.50 ... ... ... 1.8-2.4 0.1-1.5 0.40
A
Shall be determined arithmetically by difference.
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6.2 If a product (check) analysis is performed by the 9. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
purchaser, the material shall conform to the requirements
9.1 The forgings shall be uniform in quality and condition,
specified in Table 1 subject to the permissible tolerances in
and shall be free of injurious defects.
Specification B880.
7. Mechanical Properties and Other Requirements 10. Sampling
7.1 Mechanical Properties—The material shall conform to 10.1 Lot—Definition:
the requirements as to mechanical properties prescribed in 10.1.1 A lot for chemical analysis shall consist of one heat.
Table 2 at room temperature. 10.1.2 A lot for mechanical properties shall consist of each
7.2 Hydrostatic Tests—After machining, valve bodies, heat in each heat-treatment charge.
fittings, and other pressure-containing parts shall be tested to 10.2 Test Material Selection:
the hydrostatic shell-test pressures prescribed in ANSI B16.5 10.2.1 Chemical Analysis—Representative samples shall be
for the applicable alloy steel rating for which the forging is taken during pouring or subsequent processing.
designed and shall show no leaks. Forgings ordered under 10.2.1.1 Check analysis, shall be wholly the responsibility
these specifications for working pressures other than those of the purchaser.
listed in the American National Standard ratings shall be tested
10.2.2 Mechanical Properties—Samples of the material to
to such pressures as may be agreed upon between the manu-
provide test specimens shall be taken from such locations in
facturer and the purchaser.
each lot as to be representative of that lot.
7.2.1 No hydrostatic test is required for welding neck or
other flanges.
11. Number of Tests
7.2.2 The forging manufacturer is not required to perform
pressure tests on rough forgings that are to be finally machined 11.1 Chemical Analysis—One test per lot.
by others. The fabricator of finished forged parts is not required
11.2 Mechanical Properties—One test per lot.
to pressure-test forgings that are designed to be pressure
containing only after assembly by welding into a larger
12. Specimen Preparation
structure. However, the manufacturer of such forgings is
responsible as required in accordance with 15.1 for the 12.1 The tension test specimens taken from the forgings,
satisfactory performance of the forgings under the final test billets, or bars shall be machined to the form and dimensions of
required in 7.2. the standard 2-in. (50.8-mm) gage length tension test specimen
7.3 Macroetch Tests—Etching of tests shall show sound and shown in the figure titled Standard 0.500 in. Round Tension
reasonably uniform material, free of injurious laminations, Test Specimen with 2 in. Gage Length and Examples of
cracks, segregations, and similar objectionable defects. If, on Small-Size Specimens Proportional to the Standard Specimen
successive tests, 10 % of any heat fails to pass the requirements of Test Methods E8, except as specified in 12.2.
of the macroetch test, all forgings from that heat shall be 12.2 In the case of small sections that will not permit taking
rejected. the standard test specimen specified in 12.1, the tension test
specimen shall be as large as feasible and its dimensions shall
8. Dimensions and Permissible Variations be proportional to those shown in the figure titled Standard
8.1 The forgings shall conform to the sizes and shapes 0.500 in. Round Tension Test Specimen with 2 in. Gage Length
specified by the purchaser. and Examples of Small-Size Specimens Proportional to the
TABLE 2 Mechanical Property Requirements
Tensile Strength, min Yield Strength, min Elongation in
Alloy 2 in. or 50 mm, Reduction of Area,
ksi MPa ksi MPa min, % min, %
UNS N08020 80 551 35 241 30.0 50.0
UNS N08367 95 655 45 310 30.0 50.0
UNS R20033 109 750 55 380 40.0 ...
UNS N06030 85 586 35 241 30 ...
UNS N06022 100 690 45 310 45 ...
UNS N06035 85 586 35 241 30 ...
UNS N06200 100 690 45 310 45 ...
UNS N10276 100 690 41 283 40 ...
UNS N10665 110 760 51 350 40 ...
UNS N10675 110 760 51 350 40 ...
UNS N06059 100 690 45 310 45 ...
UNS N10362 105 725 45 310 40
UNS N06686 100 690 45 310 45 ...
UNS N08031 94 650 40 276 40.0 ...
UNS N06045 90 620 35 241 35 ...
UNS N06025 98 680 39 270 30 ...
UNS N10629 110 760 51 350 40 ...
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Standard Specimen of Test Methods E8. The gage length for 15. Rejection and Rehearing
measuring elongation shall be four times the diameter of the 15.1 Material that fails to conform to the requirements of
specimen. this specification may be rejected. Rejection should be reported
12.3 For the purpose of tests, the necessary extra forgings or to the producer or supplier promptly and in writing. In case of
test bars shall be provided. The test specimen, if cut from a dissatisfaction with the results of the test, the producer or
flange, shall be cut tangentially from the flange portion supplier may make claim for a rehearing.
approximately midway between the inner and outer surfaces
and approximately midway between the front and back faces. 16. Certification
When it is impractical to provide forgings for test purposes, test 16.1 When specified in the purchase order or contract, a
bars may be made from the billet or bar, provided they are producer’s or supplier’s certification shall be furnished to the
given approximately the same reduction and heat treatment as purchaser that the material was manufactured, sampled, tested,
the forgings. and inspected in accordance with this specification and has
been found to meet the requirements. When specified in the
13. Tests Methods purchase order or contract, a report of the test results shall be
furnished.
13.1 The chemical composition and mechanical properties
of the material as enumerated in this specification shall, in case 17. Product Marking
of disagreement, be determined in accordance with the follow-
17.1 Identification marks consisting of the manufacturer’s
ing methods:
symbol or name, designation of service rating, the
Test ASTM Designations
specification, the grade of material, and the size shall be
Chemical analysis E1473A stamped legibly on each forging in accordance with MSS
Tension E8 SP-25 and in such position as not to injure the usefulness of the
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forging.
Iron shall be determined arithmetically by difference.
18. Keywords
14. Inspection 18.1 forgings; UNS N06030; UNS N06022; UNS N06035;
14.1 If specified, source inspection of the material by the UNS N06200; UNS N06059; UNS N10362; UNS N06686;
purchaser at the manufacturer’s plant shall be made as agreed UNS N08020; UNS N08367; UNS N10276; UNS N10665;
upon between the manufacturer and the purchaser as part of the UNS N10675; UNS N10629; UNS N08031; UNS N06045;
purchase contract. UNS N06025; UNS R20033
SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
The following supplementary requirements shall be applied only when specified by the purchaser
in the inquiry, contract, or order.
S1. Corrosion Tests for UNS N08020 nation is a method to assure that no material grade mix-up has
S1.1 One intergranular corrosion test per heat shall be happened during manufacturing and marking of the product.
performed by the manufacturer on a sensitized specimen and S2.2 Product shall receive a Positive Material Identification
tested in accordance with Practices A262. When this supple- examination by Guide E1916.
mentary requirement is specified, the specific practice (Practice S2.3 The quantity examined shall be 100 % of the product.
B or Practice E) shall also be specified. If Practice B is S2.4 All product that is not of the correct material grade
specified, the specimen must pass with a rate of less than 0.002 shall be rejected.
inches per month (ipm).
S1.1.1 In addition to the stabilize anneal, the specimen shall S2.5 The method of product marking after examination
be sensitized for 1 h at 1250°F (677°C) before being subjected shall be agreed upon between the manufacturer and purchaser.
to corrosion testing.
S2. Positive Material Identification Examination
S2.1 Product shall receive Positive Material Identification to
ensure that the purchaser is receiving product of the correct
material grade prior to shipment of the product. This exami-
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SUMMARY OF CHANGES
Committee B02 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue (B462–10ɛ2)
that may impact the use of this standard. (Approved October 1, 2015.)
(1) Multiple sections and title revised to remove obsolete
alloys N08024 and N08026.
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