Product Description
Zeron 100 (commonly designated under UNS S32760 or Werkstoff Nr. 1.4501) is a premium super duplex stainless steel designed for highly aggressive corrosive environments. Known for its 50/50 mixed microstructure of austenite and ferrite, it offers far superior strength and corrosion resistance compared to standard austenitic or standard 2205 duplex stainless steels.
What makes Zeron 100 distinct from standard super duplex alloys (like 2507) is its intentional addition of copper and tungsten, which significantly improves its performance in hot chloride and sour gas environments.
Technical Profile
1. Chemical Composition (Wt%)
The specific addition of copper and tungsten gives Zeron 100 an edge in non-oxidizing acids.
| Element | Min % | Max % |
| Chromium (Cr) | 24.0 | 26.0 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.50 | 1.00 |
| Tungsten (W) | 0.50 | 1.00 |
| Nitrogen (N) | 0.20 | 0.30 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance | Balance |
2. Key Mechanical Properties (Typical Room Temp)
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Tensile Strength: $ge 750 text{ MPa}$ ($109 text{ ksi}$)
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Yield Strength (0.2% Offset): $ge 550 text{ MPa}$ ($80 text{ ksi}$)
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Elongation: $ge 25%$
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Hardness: Max 28 HRC (NACE MR0175 compliant for sour service)
3. Pitting Resistance Equivalent Number (PREN)
Zeron 100 guarantees a high PREN, confirming its resistance to localized pitting corrosion:
$$text{PREN} = % text{Cr} + 3.3(% text{Mo} + 0.5% text{W}) + 16(% text{N}) > 40$$
Notable Characteristics & Advantages
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Exceptional Crevice & Pitting Resistance: A guaranteed PREN greater than 40 ensures excellent performance in seawater pipelines and desalination units.
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High Mechanical Strength: Roughly twice the yield strength of 300-series austenitic stainless steels, allowing for weight savings via thinner walls or smaller bar diameters.
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Sour Service Performance: Superior resistance to stress corrosion cracking (SCC) in hydrogen sulfide ($H_2S$) containing fluids.
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Erosion-Corrosion Resistance: High hardness and tensile properties yield superior resistance to fluid wear compared to conventional steels.
Typical Engineering Applications
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Oil & Gas Industry: Subsea piping manifolds, downhole equipment, Christmas trees, and sour service transport lines.
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Marine & Desalination: High-pressure RO (Reverse Osmosis) piping, pump shafts, seawater cooling systems, and propellers.
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Chemical Processing: Equipment dealing with hot nitric, sulfuric, or phosphoric organic acids.
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Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD): Scrubber systems facing high halide concentrations.
Manufacturing & Compliance Standards
Round bars are typically supplied under specifications such as:
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ASTM A276 / A479: Standard specifications for stainless steel bars.
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NORSOK MDS D57: Strict standard for petroleum industry applications.
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NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156: Materials for use in $H_2S$-containing environments in oil and gas production.
Exceptional Mechanical Strength and HardnessWith a tensile strength of 750 MPa and a maximum hardness of 290 HB, Zeron 100 Super Duplex Steel Round Bars stand out for their ability to endure heavy mechanical loads and stresses in challenging environments. Their high elongation capacity further ensures durability and resistance to impact, making them suitable for tough industrial uses.
Outstanding Corrosion and Pitting ResistanceEngineered for environments where standard steel would corrode, Zeron 100 offers exceptional resistance to pitting, crevice, and general corrosion. Its unique chemical composition shields critical equipment in marine, oil & gas, and chemical processing industries, enhancing operational safety and reducing maintenance frequency.
Flexible Processing and Impeccable FinishingCustomers can choose from various processing techniques such as forging, rolling, and heat treatment, and from a range of finishes-bright, black, peeled, or polished. Each bar is supplied rust-protected and oil-coated, complying with export packaging standards, ensuring product integrity until final installation.
FAQ's of Zeron 100 Super Duplex Steel Round Bars:
Q: How is the corrosion resistance of Zeron 100 Super Duplex Steel Round Bars advantageous in industrial applications?
A: Zeron 100 Round Bars exhibit excellent resistance to pitting, crevice, and general corrosion, making them highly suitable for demanding environments such as chemical processing, marine, and oil & gas industries. Their enhanced corrosion protection minimizes equipment downtime and maintenance costs, ensuring operational reliability for critical applications.
Q: What specific processes are used in manufacturing Zeron 100 Super Duplex Steel Round Bars?
A: These round bars are produced using hot rolling or cold drawing techniques, followed by solution annealing for optimal mechanical and corrosion-resistant properties. Additional processing methods like forging, rolling, and heat treatment further refine the bars to meet strict industrial standards and customer specifications.
Q: When should Zeron 100 Round Bars be used instead of standard stainless steel bars?
A: They should be chosen for applications involving severe corrosive environments, high mechanical stress, or where outstanding pitting resistance is essential. The bars' high tensile and yield strengths, combined with resistance to various forms of corrosion, make them preferable in critical sectors such as offshore, petrochemical, and marine engineering.
Q: Where can Zeron 100 Super Duplex Steel Round Bars be sourced in India?
A: These bars are available through dealers, exporters, fabricators, manufacturers, producers, retailers, suppliers, and traders across India. They can be ordered in custom diameters and lengths, with packaging and finishing tailored to customer requirements.
Q: What are the available sizes and finishing options for Zeron 100 Round Bars?
A: Diameters range from 10 mm to 400 mm, with custom cut lengths up to 6 meters. Surface finish choices include bright, black, peeled, and polished, and the bar ends can be square cut, flat, chamfered, or customized as per order, ensuring versatility for diverse applications.
Q: How are Zeron 100 Round Bars protected during transportation and storage?
A: Each bar is rust protected and oil coated to preserve surface integrity. Standard export seaworthy packaging is provided, though specific packaging options can be tailored to client needs to guarantee product quality from shipment through delivery.
Q: What benefits does the slight magnetic property of Zeron 100 offer in practical use?
A: The slight magnetic nature of Zeron 100 assists in certain handling and fabrication processes without compromising its corrosion resistance or mechanical properties. This feature can be useful in applications where controlled magnetic response is desired, while still ensuring material performance in corrosive environments.