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Nickel Alloy ENiCrCoMo-1-SA

Heat-treated state

UNS W86117

SA = solution annealed after welding

Choose when the fabrication receives a full solution anneal (e.g. weld-overlay clad plate or tube assemblies) to dissolve interdendritic carbides and restore ductility/creep uniformity.

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Values for the SA condition

Other ENiCrCoMo-1 tempers and conditions

ENiCrCoMo-1 is listed in 3 conditions; see the grade overview at ENiCrCoMo-1.

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Condition · open for datasheetBest forYield MPaTensile MPaElong. %HardnessConductivity
SAThis page
Solution annealed after welding
Choose when the fabrication receives a full solution anneal (e.g. weld-overlay clad plate or tube assemblies) to dissolve interdendritic carbides and restore ductility/creep uniformity.35070048175 HB1.5 % IACS
AWDefault
As-welded deposit
Standard supply/qualification condition for the electrode: deposit used directly in the as-welded state for high-temperature piping and combustor repair.4307203817 HRC1.4 % IACS
Service-exposed / aged 700–800 °C long term
Reference condition for assessing weld metal after long high-temperature exposure: strength rises slightly from γ′/carbide precipitation while room-temperature toughness and ductility fall.5007802024 HRC1.5 % IACS

What is ENiCrCoMo-1-SA?

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA is ENiCrCoMo-1 heat treated to SA — choose when the fabrication receives a full solution anneal (e.g. weld-overlay clad plate or tube assemblies) to dissolve interdendritic carbides and restore ductility/creep uniformity. ENiCrCoMo-1-SA has a yield strength of 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) — weaker than 60% of nickel alloy grades. Elongation at break is 48% and the elastic modulus is 211 GPa (30.6 Msi). ENiCrCoMo-1-SA has a density of 8.36 g/cm³ (0.302 lb/in³), heavier than 54% of nickel alloy grades. It melts at 1,332°C (2,430 °F). AW is the default condition FabDigit quotes; SA is available on request or by drawing note.

Advantages

  • Readily welded — 88/100, better than 92% of nickel alloy grades
  • High service temperature — 1,100°C (2,012 °F), better than 88% of nickel alloy grades
  • Tough — resists crack growth — 130 MPa·√m (118.3 ksi·√in), better than 85% of nickel alloy grades
  • Ductile — tolerates forming and impact — 48%, better than 83% of nickel alloy grades
  • Conducts heat well — 14 W/m·K (8.09 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 77% of nickel alloy grades

Limitations

  • Hard to polish — 60/100, worse than 84% of nickel alloy grades

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA properties

Typical room-temperature values for ENiCrCoMo-1-SA; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are ENiCrCoMo-1 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among nickel alloy grades.

Physical3

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA has a density of 8.36 g/cm³ (0.302 lb/in³), heavier than 54% of nickel alloy grades. It melts at 1,332°C (2,430 °F).

Density8.36 g/cm³0.3 lb/in³
Melting Point (Solidus)1,332°C2,430 °F
Liquidus Temperature1,380°C2,516 °F

Mechanical17

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA has a yield strength of 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) — weaker than 60% of nickel alloy grades. Elongation at break is 48% and the elastic modulus is 211 GPa (30.6 Msi).

Elastic (Young's) Modulus211 GPa30.6 Msi
Shear Modulus81 GPa11.7 Msi
Bulk Modulus176 GPa25.5 Msi
Poisson's Ratio0.3
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)700 MPa102 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)350 MPa50.8 ksi
Elongation at Break48%
Reduction in Area55%
Compressive Strength360 MPa52.2 ksi
Shear Strength455 MPa66 ksi
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)285 MPa41.3 ksi
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)130 MPa·√m118 ksi·√in
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)110 J81.1 ft·lbf
Hardness, Brinell175 HB
Hardness, Rockwell B87 HRB
Hardness, Rockwell C17 HRC
Hardness, Vickers185 HV

Thermal6

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA is rated for continuous service to 1,100°C (2,012 °F). It conducts heat at 14 W/m·K (8.09 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 77% of nickel alloy grades. Thermal expansion is 11.6 µm/m·K (6.44 µin/in·°F).

Thermal Conductivity14 W/m·K8.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F
Specific Heat Capacity419 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)11.6 µm/m·K6.4 µin/in·°F
Latent Heat of Fusion290 J/g125 BTU/lb
Max Service Temperature (continuous)1,100°C2,012 °F
Min Service Temperature-196°C-321 °F

Electrical3

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA conducts electricity at 1.5 % IACS, better than 50% of nickel alloy grades.

Electrical Conductivity1.5 % IACS
Electrical Resistivity1.19×10⁻⁶ Ω·m46.9 µΩ·in
Magnetic Responsenon-magnetic (austenitic fcc matrix, µr ≈ 1.001)

Chemical & Environmental3

Corrosion resistance is very good (82/100), better than 67% of nickel alloy grades.

Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)-0.15 V
Corrosion ResistanceVery good82/100
Chemical Resistance SummaryExcellent resistance to high-temperature oxidation, carburisation, nitriding and sulphidising flue gases; good in caustics and mildly reducing acids; not for hot concentrated HCl/H2SO4 or oxidising chloride pitting service where higher-Mo alloys (C-276) are preferred.

Sustainability4

Producing a kilogram of ENiCrCoMo-1-SA takes about 175 MJ of energy and emits 14 kg of CO₂ — more than 65% of nickel alloy grades. Typical recycled content is 30%.

Embodied Energy (primary production)175 MJ/kg75,237 BTU/lb
Embodied Carbon (primary production)14 kg CO₂/kg
Embodied Water350 L/kg41.9 gal/lb
Typical Recycled Content30%

Manufacturability7

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA's machinability is poor (22/100, better than 64% of nickel alloy grades); weldability excellent (88/100); formability fair (45/100).

MachinabilityPoor22/100
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)14%
WeldabilityExcellent88/100
Formability (cold)Fair45/100
Brazeability / SolderabilityGood55/100
PolishabilityGood60/100
Anodizing Responsen/a — nickel-base alloy, not anodised; surfaces are pickled/passivated or ground

Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.

Working with ENiCrCoMo-1-SA

Is ENiCrCoMo-1 easy to machine?

Weld deposits machine like alloy 617 — low speed, heavy positive-rake carbide tooling, rigid setup and flood coolant; grind rather than mill where possible.

Can ENiCrCoMo-1 be welded?

Redry electrodes (300–350 °C) before use, weld DCEP with stringer beads, low heat input and interpass ≤150 °C; no preheat needed but keep dilution from carbon/low-alloy base metals low to avoid hot cracking.

Can ENiCrCoMo-1 be formed, bent or molded?

Not a wrought product form — the deposit is used as-welded; joint groove design should allow small beads and easy slag removal.

What surface finishes work on ENiCrCoMo-1?

Remove slag completely between passes, then wire-brush/pickle-passivate; the Al-bearing oxide must be ground off before any coating or braze operation.

ENiCrCoMo-1 chemical composition (wt %)

Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.

ElementSpec limit (wt %)Nominal
C0.05 – 0.150.08
Cr21 – 2622
Co10 – 1512
Mo8 – 109
Al0.8 – 1.51.1
Ti≤ 0.60.3
Fe≤ 51.5
Mn≤ 10.3
Si≤ 0.750.3
Cu≤ 0.50.05
S≤ 0.020.01
P≤ 0.030.01
Nibalance, ~50–55 %; total other elements 0.50 maxbalance—

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA — frequently asked

What is ENiCrCoMo-1-SA used for?

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA is typically used for gas turbine combustor welding, high-temperature furnace fabrication and aerospace superalloy repair. In short: highest-temperature Ni electrode; oxidation resistant to 1100 °C; superalloy repair filler.

What is the yield strength of ENiCrCoMo-1-SA?

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA has a typical yield strength of 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) and a tensile strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) — weaker than 60% of nickel alloy grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 3 listed tempers.

Is ENiCrCoMo-1-SA easy to machine?

Not especially — machinability is rated poor (22/100, better than 64% of nickel alloy grades). Weld deposits machine like alloy 617 — low speed, heavy positive-rake carbide tooling, rigid setup and flood coolant; grind rather than mill where possible.

Can ENiCrCoMo-1-SA be welded?

Yes — weldability is rated excellent (88/100). Redry electrodes (300–350 °C) before use, weld DCEP with stringer beads, low heat input and interpass ≤150 °C; no preheat needed but keep dilution from carbon/low-alloy base metals low to avoid hot cracking.

What surface finishes work on ENiCrCoMo-1-SA?

Remove slag completely between passes, then wire-brush/pickle-passivate; the Al-bearing oxide must be ground off before any coating or braze operation.

Can ENiCrCoMo-1-SA be formed, bent or molded?

Not a wrought product form — the deposit is used as-welded; joint groove design should allow small beads and easy slag removal.

What is the maximum service temperature of ENiCrCoMo-1-SA?

ENiCrCoMo-1-SA is rated for continuous use to about 1,100°C (2,012 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.

What is the difference between ENiCrCoMo-1-AW and ENiCrCoMo-1-SA?

AW is the default condition — standard supply/qualification condition for the electrode: deposit used directly in the as-welded state for high-temperature piping and combustor repair. SA: choose when the fabrication receives a full solution anneal (e.g. weld-overlay clad plate or tube assemblies) to dissolve interdendritic carbides and restore ductility/creep uniformity. Yield strength is 430 MPa in AW versus 350 MPa in SA.

Sources

  1. AWS A5.11/A5.11M — Nickel and Nickel-Alloy Welding Electrodes for Shielded Metal Arc Welding — AWS (2018)
  2. ASME BPVC Section II Part C — SFA-5.11 — ASME (2023)
  3. INCONEL alloy 617 technical bulletin — Special Metals Corporation (2005)
  4. VDM Alloy 617 / Nicrofer 5520 Co material data sheet — VDM Metals (2019)
  5. ASM Handbook Vol. 6 — Welding, Brazing and Soldering (Ni-alloy consumables) — ASM International (1993)
  6. ASM Specialty Handbook: Nickel, Cobalt and Their Alloys — ASM International (2000)

Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.