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Nickel Alloy ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL

Supply condition

UNS N10675 · also Hastelloy B-3 Filler Wire

Pick for spool-fed GMAW, plasma or laser hot-wire feeding, where the stiffer cold-drawn wire feeds better; wire strength is irrelevant to joint properties.

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Values for the CD-SPOOL condition

Other ERNiMo-3 tempers and conditions

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

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Condition · open for datasheetBest forYield MPaTensile MPaElong. %HardnessConductivity
Weld deposit solution annealed after welding
Choose when the fabrication is fully solution annealed after welding to homogenise the deposit and maximise ductility and intergranular corrosion resistance.39578052195 HB1.3 % IACS
AWDefault
As-welded deposit
Default condition for design of GTAW/GMAW joints and weld overlays made with this wire, no post-weld heat treatment.44076040210 HB—
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spooled GMAW/SAW wire, as-drawn temper
Pick for spool-fed GMAW, plasma or laser hot-wire feeding, where the stiffer cold-drawn wire feeds better; wire strength is irrelevant to joint properties.8001,0001525 HRC1.3 % IACS

What is ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL?

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL is ERNiMo-3 supplied in the CD-SPOOL condition — pick for spool-fed GMAW, plasma or laser hot-wire feeding, where the stiffer cold-drawn wire feeds better; wire strength is irrelevant to joint properties. ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL has a yield strength of 800 MPa (116 ksi) and a tensile strength of 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) — stronger than 83% of nickel alloy grades. Elongation at break is 15% and the elastic modulus is 217 GPa (31.5 Msi). ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL has a density of 9.22 g/cm³ (0.333 lb/in³), heavier than 97% of nickel alloy grades. It melts at 1,370°C (2,498 °F). AW is the default condition FabDigit quotes; CD-SPOOL is available on request or by drawing note.

Advantages

  • High strength — 800 MPa (116 ksi), better than 83% of nickel alloy grades

Limitations

  • Low electrical conductivity — 1.3 % IACS, worse than 99% of nickel alloy grades
  • Limited service temperature — 450°C (842 °F), worse than 86% of nickel alloy grades
  • Hard to polish — 60/100, worse than 84% of nickel alloy grades
  • Limited ductility — 15%, worse than 81% of nickel alloy grades
  • Low fracture toughness — 85 MPa·√m (77.4 ksi·√in), worse than 75% of nickel alloy grades

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL properties

Typical room-temperature values for ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL; 23 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are ERNiMo-3 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among nickel alloy grades.

Physical3

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL has a density of 9.22 g/cm³ (0.333 lb/in³), heavier than 97% of nickel alloy grades. It melts at 1,370°C (2,498 °F).

Density9.22 g/cm³0.33 lb/in³
Melting Point (Solidus)1,370°C2,498 °F
Liquidus Temperature1,418°C2,584 °F

Mechanical14

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL has a yield strength of 800 MPa (116 ksi) and a tensile strength of 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) — stronger than 83% of nickel alloy grades. Elongation at break is 15% and the elastic modulus is 217 GPa (31.5 Msi).

Elastic (Young's) Modulus217 GPa31.5 Msi
Shear Modulus83 GPa12 Msi
Bulk Modulus190 GPa27.6 Msi
Poisson's Ratio0.31
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)1,000 MPa145 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)800 MPa116 ksi
Elongation at Break15%
Reduction in Area40%
Shear Strength610 MPa88.5 ksi
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)380 MPa55.1 ksi
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)85 MPa·√m77.4 ksi·√in
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)55 J40.6 ft·lbf
Hardness, Brinell250 HB
Hardness, Rockwell B100 HRB

Thermal6

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL is rated for continuous service to 450°C (842 °F). It conducts heat at 10 W/m·K (5.78 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 88% of nickel alloy grades. Thermal expansion is 10.7 µm/m·K (5.94 µin/in·°F).

Thermal Conductivity10 W/m·K5.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F
Specific Heat Capacity373 J/kg·K0.09 BTU/lb·°F
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)10.7 µm/m·K5.9 µin/in·°F
Latent Heat of Fusion290 J/g125 BTU/lb
Max Service Temperature (continuous)450°C842 °F
Min Service Temperature-196°C-321 °F

Electrical3

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL conducts electricity at 1.3 % IACS, worse than 99% of nickel alloy grades.

Electrical Conductivity1.3 % IACS
Electrical Resistivity1.38×10⁻⁶ Ω·m54.3 µΩ·in
Magnetic Responsenon-magnetic

Chemical & Environmental3

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

Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)-0.2 V
Corrosion ResistanceVery good82/100
Chemical Resistance SummaryOutstanding in all-concentration hydrochloric acid to moderate temperature, plus sulfuric, phosphoric, acetic, formic and hydrogen-chloride gas; resists pitting and stress-corrosion cracking in chlorides. Unsuitable for nitric acid, ferric/cupric salts, wet chlorine or other oxidizing media.

Sustainability4

Producing a kilogram of ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL takes about 175 MJ of energy and emits 13 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)13 kg CO₂/kg
Embodied Water320 L/kg38.3 gal/lb
Typical Recycled Content30%

Manufacturability7

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL's machinability is not recommended (12/100, worse than 86% of nickel alloy grades); weldability very good (80/100); formability fair (40/100).

MachinabilityNot recommended12/100
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)10%
WeldabilityVery good80/100
Formability (cold)Fair40/100
Brazeability / SolderabilityFair40/100
PolishabilityGood60/100
Anodizing Responsen/a — nickel-molybdenum alloy; use pickling/passivation or electropolishing instead of anodizing

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

Working with ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL

Is ERNiMo-3 easy to machine?

Weld overlay machines like solution-annealed Ni-Mo: slow speeds, heavy positive-rake carbide, rigid setup and flood coolant; expect rapid work hardening and poor chip breaking.

Can ERNiMo-3 be welded?

GTAW/GMAW with 100 % Ar (or Ar-He), stringer beads, low heat input and interpass ≤95–150 °C; no preheat, no filler dilution with high-Cr/high-Fe metals, and avoid prolonged 650–900 °C exposure.

Can ERNiMo-3 be formed, bent or molded?

Supplied as drawn wire; joint design should allow low-restraint, multi-pass filling since the deposit is ductile but sensitive to high dilution from carbon steel.

What surface finishes work on ERNiMo-3?

Remove all weld heat tint and oxide by pickling, grinding or stainless brushing before service — residual scale sharply degrades HCl resistance; electropolishing gives the best surface, anodizing is not applicable.

ERNiMo-3 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
Mo27 – 3228.5
Cr1 – 31.5
Fe1 – 31.5
Co≤ 30.5
W≤ 30.5
Mn≤ 30.25
Aldeoxidiser≤ 0.50.3
Ti≤ 0.20.1
Sikept low to avoid β-phase / intermetallics≤ 0.10.03
C≤ 0.010.01
Cu≤ 0.20.05
P≤ 0.030.01
S≤ 0.010
Nibalance, typically 64–66 %balance—

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL — frequently asked

What is ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL used for?

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL is typically used for hydrochloric acid processing equipment, chemical reactor vessels and acetic acid production equipment. In short: matches Hastelloy B-3; best for hydrochloric acid; not for oxidizing media.

What is the yield strength of ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL?

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL has a typical yield strength of 800 MPa (116 ksi) and a tensile strength of 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) — stronger than 83% of nickel alloy grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 3 listed tempers.

Is ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL easy to machine?

Not especially — machinability is rated not recommended (12/100, worse than 86% of nickel alloy grades). Weld overlay machines like solution-annealed Ni-Mo: slow speeds, heavy positive-rake carbide, rigid setup and flood coolant; expect rapid work hardening and poor chip breaking.

Can ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL be welded?

Yes — weldability is rated very good (80/100). GTAW/GMAW with 100 % Ar (or Ar-He), stringer beads, low heat input and interpass ≤95–150 °C; no preheat, no filler dilution with high-Cr/high-Fe metals, and avoid prolonged 650–900 °C exposure.

What surface finishes work on ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL?

Remove all weld heat tint and oxide by pickling, grinding or stainless brushing before service — residual scale sharply degrades HCl resistance; electropolishing gives the best surface, anodizing is not applicable.

Can ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL be formed, bent or molded?

Supplied as drawn wire; joint design should allow low-restraint, multi-pass filling since the deposit is ductile but sensitive to high dilution from carbon steel.

What is the maximum service temperature of ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL?

ERNiMo-3 CD-SPOOL is rated for continuous use to about 450°C (842 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.

Sources

  1. AWS A5.14/A5.14M — Nickel and Nickel-Alloy Bare Welding Electrodes and Rods — American Welding Society (2018)
  2. HASTELLOY B-3 alloy (N10675) principal features and data — Haynes International (2020)
  3. ASTM B335 / B622 — Ni-Mo alloy rod and seamless pipe/tube (N10675) — ASTM International (2021)
  4. ASM Handbook Vol. 6 — Welding, Brazing and Soldering (nickel-alloy filler metals) — ASM International (1993)
  5. 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.