Nickel-chromium-molybdenum-tungsten alloy

HASTELLOY® C22 UNS N06022

An advanced nickel alloy designed to provide extreme corrosion resistance in oxidizing media, reducing environments, chlorides and highly contaminated industrial conditions.

Material Ni-Cr-Mo-W Nickel-based alloy with chromium, molybdenum and tungsten.
UNS grade N06022 International technical designation for HASTELLOY® C22.
Resistance Chlorides Excellent resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion and localized corrosion.
Application Critical Reactors, valves, pumps, waste treatment and chemical processes.
Technical overview

Nickel alloy for extreme corrosion resistance

HASTELLOY® C22 is used when other materials fail against aggressive media, strong acids, chlorides and highly contaminated industrial environments.

HASTELLOY® C22, also identified as UNS N06022, is an advanced nickel-chromium-molybdenum-tungsten alloy designed to provide exceptional corrosion resistance in the most aggressive industrial environments.

It stands out for its high resistance to localized corrosion, especially against pitting, crevice corrosion and attack in contaminated oxidizing media.

Compared with other alloys in the Hastelloy family, C22 is positioned as a premium alternative when maximum reliability is required in complex chemical conditions.

Superior protection against pitting, crevice corrosion and contaminated oxidizing media. A strategic solution for applications where corrosion-related downtime can generate high costs and critical operational risks.
Solid HASTELLOY C22 UNS N06022 bar
Solid HASTELLOY® C22 / UNS N06022 bar for critical industrial applications.
Main chemical composition

Chromium, molybdenum and tungsten for maximum corrosion resistance

Element Approximate content
Nickel, Ni Balance
Chromium, Cr 20–22%
Molybdenum, Mo 12.5–14.5%
Tungsten, W 2.5–3.5%
Iron, Fe ≤ 6%
Technical properties

Why choose HASTELLOY® C22

Cr

High resistance in oxidizing media

Excellent performance in contaminated oxidizing media and highly aggressive chemical environments.

Mo

Protection against pitting

Very high resistance to pitting corrosion, especially in the presence of chlorides and contaminated media.

W

Resistance to crevice corrosion

Designed for critical areas where deposits, joints, gaps or complex geometries may appear.

Stress corrosion resistance

Superior resistance to stress corrosion cracking under specific service conditions.

Thermal stability

Maximum service temperature in oxidizing environments of approximately 1250°C, depending on conditions.

Excellent weldability

Good post-weld performance and high reliability in the manufacturing of critical industrial equipment.

Industrial applications

Components for highly demanding chemical processes

HASTELLOY® C22 is used when corrosion can compromise safety, production continuity and equipment service life.

Chemical reactors Equipment exposed to strong acids, oxidizing media and aggressive conditions.
Heat exchangers Heat transfer components in chemical plants and industrial processes.
Pumps and valves Systems for strong acids, chlorides and highly contaminated media.
Waste treatment Applications where chemical media are variable, aggressive and difficult to control.
Pharmaceutical industry Processes where resistance, cleanliness and material reliability are required.
Chloride processes Environments where localized corrosion represents the main technical risk.
Competitive advantages

A strategic alloy when reliability is critical

01

Longer service life

Significantly increases the durability of components exposed to extreme chemical environments.

02

Less maintenance

Helps reduce costs associated with part replacement, downtime and corrosion-related repairs.

03

Premium alternative

Especially interesting compared with C276 when greater localized corrosion resistance is required.

Machining considerations

Demanding material, controlled parameters

HASTELLOY® C22 work-hardens rapidly, has low thermal conductivity and generates high temperatures in the cutting zone.

Without correct parameters, tool wear can increase rapidly and affect tolerances, surface finish and production stability.
1
High-quality carbide tools.
Recommended to maintain stability, precision and tool life during cutting.
2
Constant and controlled feed rates.
Help limit surface work-hardening and improve process stability.
3
Abundant and directed cooling.
Essential to evacuate heat, improve chip control and reduce tool wear.
4
Maximum rigidity in machine and clamping.
Key for technical parts with demanding tolerances and complex geometries.
5
Prior process planning.
The strategy must be adapted to geometry, batch size, required finish and final application.
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