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AGE-HARDENABLE NICKEL

Nimonic 80A / 2.4952 Nickel Alloy

Nimonic 80A is a nickel-chromium alloy strengthened by ageing through titanium and aluminium additions. It is considered for components requiring hot strength and fatigue performance. Oxidation resistance should not be treated as the same criterion as design temperature under load.

EN / Grade
2.4952
Other designations / UNS
Nimonic 80A / Alloy 80A
UNS N07080
Family
Age-hardenable nickel

Oxidation resistance versus load capacity

Resistance to scaling does not demonstrate that a component will carry the required load for a prolonged period in the same environment. Valve and turbine components require temperature, stress and operating duration to be assessed together. Select Nimonic 80A against the expected performance in its final condition, not merely a heat-resistant label.

Welding and ageing plan

Distinguish the solution-treated starting condition used during forming and welding from final ageing. Welding behaviour in thicker sections requires separate assessment. Define post-fabrication heat treatment and testing before treating a starting-stock strength value as a direct guarantee for the final welded component.

Specification selection for long products

ASTM B637 is an example specification for Nimonic 80A bar and forging products; it does not automatically cover sheet or pipe. Include UNS N07080, dimensions, delivery condition and any production-route requirements. Welding-wire specifications associated with similar alloy names should not replace a base-material or bar specification.

Typical application areas

Gas-turbine parts, hot-service fasteners, engine exhaust valves and mechanical hardware.

Product and cutting options

Share the section and dimensions you require for this grade. Availability is assessed for each request; the catalogue does not represent live stock.

What to specify in your enquiry

  • Grade designation and applicable material standard
  • Section, finished dimensions and machining allowance
  • Quantity, delivery condition and certificate requirements

Frequently asked questions

Can I request 2.4952 in cut lengths?+

Share your required section, dimensions and quantity. Our team will assess suitable supply and cutting options for the specific grade.

Are the listed grade designations interchangeable?+

Designation systems can overlap, but they do not make every specification identical. Use the exact standard and certificate requirements defined by your project.