In today's oil and gas landscape, drilling in extreme environments is the norm. But with harsh conditions come significant risks - risks that only the highest quality materials can mitigate. Parker's corrosion resistant components are engineered to deliver unmatched performance, even in the most challenging conditions.
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Proven Quality
Our corrosion resistant materials are sourced from established and certified mills, ensuring material integrity and full traceability from start to finish, with zero quality or performance issues reported.
Expert Manufacturing
With millions of dollars invested in cutting-edge manufacturing technology, we produce Alloy 625 and other corrosion resistant alloy components to the highest standards, guaranteeing superior performance and longevity.
Global Expertise
Parker has the global reach and resources to deliver high-quality components in corrosion resistant materials, proven through extensive experience in major oil and gas projects. In a recent project, we fulfilled 57 orders using materials such as 316 stainless steel, 6Mo, alloy 400, and alloy 625, delivering to multiple locations worldwide.
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Manufacturing with Alloy 625 is no easy task. In this video, we demonstrate the complexities of working with this alloy. Discover how our advanced machinery, strict quality control, and manufacturing expertise enable us to deliver consistent quality, on time, and at scale. Watch now to see why our process sets us apart in high-quality corrosion resistant alloy component production.
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Why Alloy 625 is the Top Choice for Extreme Oil & Gas Environments
The oil and gas industry, particularly in regions such as the Middle East, the North Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, faces unique challenges due to extreme temperatures, volatile environments and changing composition of oil and gas.
As oil reservoirs become deeper and more complex to extract, companies require materials that can withstand harsher conditions. One such material gaining popularity is Alloy 625 (UNS N06625). This white paper will explore the properties of Alloy 625 that make it an ideal choice for the oil and gas industry in extreme environments.
Materials Selection: Choosing the Right Mix to Prevent Corrosion in Your Installation
Corrosion is a major challenge for many design engineers and specifiers in the general industrial market. Choosing the right materials is critical to ensure optimal performance, as even the highest quality products can fail if not used properly.
Engineers must carefully analyse the proposed operating environment when selecting materials for industrial applications. Answering three important questions will help unearth potential problems and provide useful guidance on appropriate materials to use.
What To Consider When Specifying Non-Commercial Materials for Oil and Gas
Specifying non-standard technical requirements or non-commercially available materials can impact the economics and timeframe of any project. When specifying a material for a specific oil and gas application, there are many different factors to consider. This blog discusses some practical examples illustrating how simple material parameters can add or reduce value and complexity.
The use of 316 Stainless Steel Instrument Tube Fittings on 6Mo Tube
Many end users are opting for 6Mo tubing to replace 316 stainless steel in offshore corrosive environments. This change aims to extend the service life of equipment and enhance safety. As a result, numerous engineers are asking, “If I replace my 316 tubing with 6Mo, which material should I use for tube fittings and valves, given that I am experiencing corrosion issues in the tubing?”
This white paper has been created to assist users in making informed decisions about the appropriate material selection for their specific applications.
How to Avoid H2S Embrittlement in Instrumentation Connections
Development of sweet – CO2 containing – oil and gas fields is fast becoming a thing of the past. Depleted reserves mean that energy companies are now being forced to develop more and sourer fields, containing hydrogen sulfide (H2S). The issue is especially acute in the Middle East, where new oil and gas fields suffer from increasingly higher concentrations of H2S. For instrumentation engineers, the presence of H2S in any fluid or gas media – or in the surrounding environment – is a game changer.
Mixing Materials in Corrosive Environments
Selecting materials for a given application is one of the main design steps towards a safe and cost efficient system, yet a commonly overlooked stage, mainly performed from a purely economic standpoint. The benefits of selecting the best candidate alloys and controlling corrosion are numerous and include asset safety and integrity, optimum performance with minimal maintenance and shutdown time or longer life expectancy. All those these advantages ultimately lead to considerable cost savings.
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About Parker Corrosion Resistant Alloy Solutions
Corrosion is an ongoing challenge for many design engineers and specifiers in the oil and gas industry.
When choosing materials for industrial applications in challenging environments, material composition, environment and stress should be considered.
In regions such as the Middle East, the North Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, a number of unique challenges are presented such as extreme temperatures, volatile environments and changing composition of oil and gas. Therefore, selecting corrosion resistant materials is important to ensure optimal performance and reduce risk.
Corrosion-resistant alloys (CRA) are specially formulated materials designed to withstand the deteriorating effects of corrosion in challenging environments. They are a common choice for a range of applications in the oil and gas industry, especially offshore, marine engineering and nuclear power production.
Parker offers a range of high-quality corrosion resistant products for oil and gas environments. Our high-quality corrosion resistant alloys improve reliability, reduce risk and protect profitability in challenging environments – with zero quality performance issues reported from our customers, high performance is guaranteed.
Sour Gas in the Oil and Gas Industry
Sour gas is natural gas that contains significant amounts of hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), a toxic and corrosive gas that poses environmental and safety hazards. Sour gas can cause corrosion in pipelines and equipment, leading to leaks and potential failures. Sour gas treatment in sour environments is important for making natural gas safer to transport and use.
Parker has a range of sour gas fittings for oil and gas applications including sour gas tubing.
Alloy 625
One of the standout products gaining popularity in the oil and gas sector is Alloy 625 (UNS N06625). Alloy 625, also referred to as Inconel 625, is a nickel-based alloy with high nickel content, known for its strong corrosion resistant properties. In addition, its high strength and thermal properties are also standout features.
Alloy 625 is able to withstand harsh conditions and high concentrations of corrosive substances, making it an excellent material in extreme oil and gas environments. It can withstand elevated temperatures while maintaining excellent mechanical characteristics and a strong microstructure without experiencing oxidation or scaling and has high tensile strength.
It’s exceptional thermal fatigue resistance makes it perfect for oil and gas extraction and processing, especially in extreme environments and demanding operational conditions.
With a high melting point of 1350°C, it is apt for use in high temperature conditions. Its superior thermal conductivity further enhances its suitability for high-temperature applications.
The high resistance of Alloy 625 to numerous corrosive elements, along with its exceptional ability to withstand pitting and crevice corrosion, stress corrosion cracking, oxidation, and carburization, even under high concentrations and temperatures, renders it a perfect material for components such as pipes, tubes, and other instrumentation parts.
In addition to its impressive mechanical properties, Alloy 625 is also known for its excellent weldability. This characteristic allows for easy fabrication and repair, making Alloy 625 a strong choice for manufacturers and engineers in the oil and gas industry.
Overall, the combination of high thermal fatigue resistance, excellent corrosion resistance, and ease of fabrication makes Alloy 625 an outstanding material for a wide range of applications. Its proven performance in challenging environmental conditions ensures that it will remain a solid solution for combatting corrosion in the oil and gas industry for years to come.
Parker has an extensive range of Alloy 625 valves (incl. Ball valves), Alloy 625 manifolds and Alloy 625 fittings. Products are available in a range of imperial and metric sizes, including 3/8”, 6mm and 12mm, with various tube wall thickness options to choose from.
6Mo Alloys
Alloy 6Mo is a super-austenitic stainless steel with a high level of molybdenum content (around 6%) and nitrogen, providing exceptional corrosion resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion as well as high strength compared with conventional austenitic stainless steels such as 316L.
There are a range of different 6Mo alloys to choose from including UNS S31254 and UNS N08367.
UNS S31254, also known as Alloy 254, is a popular super-austenitic stainless steel alloy, with a moderate strength against tensile stress, containing 6% molybdenum (Mo). With high corrosion resistance, it is a strong choice for the oil and gas field, with high mechanical strength.
UNS N08367, also known as AL-6XN, is another stainless steel alloy commonly used in the oil and gas industry. It is designed for high performance in challenging environments, especially those with high corrosion levels. Some key properties include high strength, weldability and heat resistance.
6Mo alloys are an excellent choice for applications in offshore corrosive environments, where exposure to harsh conditions is a significant concern.
One of the standout features of 6Mo alloys is their impressive mechanical properties, which maintain strength even at elevated temperatures. This thermal stability allows them to perform well in demanding applications.
6Mo alloys can be readily fabricated and welded, providing flexibility in design and manufacturing processes, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial applications, including the oil and gas field.
Similar to Alloy 625, Alloy 6Mo provides exceptional corrosion resistance and strength which is essential in harsh and corrosive environments. Due to their properties, they provide longevity and reliability in harsh environments, making them a suitable solution for the long term.
Parker has a wide range of 6Mo solutions available. This includes 6Mo manifolds (direct mount, Coplanar™ and remote mount manifolds), 6Mo fittings and 6Mo valves (Hi-pro ball valves and needle valves). Products are available in a wide range of imperial and metric sizes, including 1/8” to 5/8” and 10mm to 25mm sizing, with various tube wall thickness options to choose from.
Material selection in the oil and gas industry is extremely important, especially in high pressure environments. Contact our team of experts today to discuss your challenges and learn how we can support your oil and gas project with our expertise and range of oil and gas alloys, including Alloy 625 and 6Mo Alloy solutions.