This case study highlights a bulk supply project of ASTM B168 Nickel Alloy Sheets for a large-scale petrochemical equipment manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia. The client specializes in fabricating pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and reactor components, requiring high-performance alloy materials capable of withstanding corrosive chemicals and elevated temperatures.
Order Details
Product: Nickel Alloy Sheet (ASTM B168)
Material Grades: Nickel Alloy 600 / 625 (UNS N06600 / N06625)
Thickness Range: 3 mm – 20 mm
Width: 1000 mm – 2000 mm
Length: 2000 mm – 6000 mm
Total Quantity: 56 metric tons
Delivery Condition: Solution annealed, pickled surface
Application: Pressure vessels, heat exchangers, chemical equipment
Project Requirements
The client required materials with:
Excellent resistance to high-temperature oxidation and scaling
Strong performance in acidic and chloride-containing environments
High mechanical strength for pressure-bearing equipment
Good formability and weldability for fabrication
Compliance with international standards for petrochemical use
Material Selection – Why ASTM B168 Nickel Alloy Sheet?
ASTM B168 covers nickel-based alloy plates, sheets, and strips, widely used in chemical and energy industries. The selected grades offer:
Nickel Alloy 600: Excellent resistance to oxidation and high-temperature corrosion
Nickel Alloy 625: Superior resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and chloride attack
Stable mechanical properties under extreme conditions
Proven reliability in heat exchangers and pressure vessels
Processing & Quality Control
Hot rolling + solution annealing for uniform microstructure
Surface pickling to remove oxide scale and improve corrosion resistance
Ultrasonic testing (UT) and PMI verification
Mechanical property testing (tensile, hardness)
Full certification: EN 10204 3.1 / Mill Test Certificate
Performance Advantages
Excellent corrosion resistance in harsh petrochemical environments
High strength and structural stability under pressure
Good weldability for complex equipment fabrication
Long service life reduces maintenance and replacement costs
Reliable performance in high-temperature applications
Project Outcome
A total of 56 tons of ASTM B168 nickel alloy sheets were successfully delivered and processed into pressure vessels and heat exchanger components. The client reported:
Smooth fabrication and forming performance
No material defects during welding and assembly
Excellent corrosion resistance during operation
The project strengthened long-term cooperation and established ASTM B168 nickel alloy sheets as a key material for the client's future petrochemical projects.
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