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VDM® Powder 718

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VDM® Powder 718 is the powder variant of an age-hardenable nickel-chrome-iron-molybdenum alloy for use in powder based processes such as additive manufacturing, HIP or overlay welding. Hardenability is achieved by specific additions of niobium, titanium and aluminum.

End Uses: Aerospace Materials, Welding Applications

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Composition

Depending on the use conditions, stricter analysis limits apply to certain alloy elements. The purpose of this limitation is to optimize the microstructure and mechanical properties with regard to the intended use. For example, alloys with carbon and niobium concentrations near the upper limit according to ASTM are best suited for high-temperature applications, while lesser carbon and niobium concentrations result in material microstructures that conform better to the requirements of corrosive use conditions.

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features

VDM® Powder 718 is characterized by:

  • Spherical particles with low level of satellites
  • High purity and reproducibility level
  • Low oxygen content
  • Small amount of porosity
  • Good flowability
  • High apparent and tap density

Applications & Uses

Applications

VDM® Powder 718 can be used for a wide range of processes:

  • Laser based additive manufacturing
  • Electron beam based additive manufacturing
  • Coatings
  • Direct energy deposition
  • Overlay welding
  • Cold and hot isostatic pressing (CIP / HIP)

VDM® Powder 718 can be used for many demanding applications. Originally, it was developed and used for static and rotating components in aircraft turbines such as housings, mounting elements and turbine disks. The material can also be used for static and rotating components in stationary gas turbines, rocket drives and spacecraft, motor vehicle turbo chargers, high-strength screws, springs and mounting elements, and for heat-resistant tools in for-geries, extruders and separating shearers.

The variant VDM® Powder 718 CTP, which is designed specifically for the requirements of the oil and gas industry, is increasingly being used in drilling equipment and pump shafts. (For more information see data sheet no. 2001 VDM® Powder 718 CTP)

Properties

Physical Form
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Aluminum Content0.2 - 0.8wt. %-
Boron Contentmax. 0.006wt. %-
Bismuth Contentmax. 0.00003wt. %AMS 5662
Carbon Contentmax. 0.08wt. %-
Cobalt Contentmax. 1wt. %-
Chromium Content17 - 21wt. %-
Copper Contentmax. 0.3wt. %-
Manganese Contentmax. 0.35wt. %-
Molybdenum Content2.8 - 3.3wt. %-
Nitrogen Contentmax. 0.02wt. %-
Niobium Content4.75 - 5.5wt. %-
Nickel Content50 - 55wt. %-
Oxygen Contentmax. 0.03wt. %-
Phosphorus Contentmax. 0.015wt. %-
Lead Contentmax. 0.0005wt. %AMS 5662
Sulfur Contentmax. 0.015wt. %-
Selenium Contentmax. 0.0003wt. %AMS 5662
Silicon Contentmax. 0.35wt. %-
Titanium Content0.65 - 1.15wt. %-
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (20°C)max. 8.26g/cm³-
Melting Range1,257 - 1,342°C-
Microstructural Properties

VDM® Powder 718 is well known alloy for applications in high demanding industries such as in the aerospace, oil & gas and chemical process industries due to its unique mechanical properties and good processing characteristics, especially its workability (weldability). VDM® Powder 718 has an austenitic microstructure, however in bulk condition different phases can occur. VDM® Powder 718 is a complex alloy system where mechanical properties and microstructure stability at high temperatures depend on the amount and morphology of y’’-Ni3Nb, y’-Ni3Al and δ-Ni3Nb phases. The adjustment of microstructure to the relevant application needs and the necessary amount of strengthening precipitations can be achieved by applying different heat treatments.

VDM® Powder 718 - Microstructural Properties

Physical Properties
Particle size distribution
μm
Flowability Apparent density Tap density
  ASTM B213 ASTM B964 ASTM B212 ASTM B417 ASTM B527
15-53 Y Y Y Y Y
20-63 Y Y Y Y Y
53-150 Y Y Y Y Y


Y - The test can be performed

Standard inspection certificate contains particle size distribution and chemical analysis.

Regulatory & Compliance

Designations and Standards
Standard

Material designation

EN

2.4668 - NiCr19Fe19Nb5Mo3

ISO NiCr19Nb5Mo3
UNS N07718
AFNOR NC19FeNb
ASTM F3055*, B637*
SAE AMS 5662*

*only chemical analysis and partial heat treatments

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Availability

According to the requirements of the powder based processes, VDM® Powder 718 is available in a wide range of particle fractions from 15 to 250 μm. The typical powder atomization yield ranges from 0,1 to 300 μm. After atomization, the powder is sieved and air classified according to customers specifications. All production and handling operations are carried out under protective atmosphere (argon).

Standard particle fractions

Particle size distribution
[μm]
Fine particle D10
[μm]
(tolerance +/-5 μm)

D50
[μm]
(tolerance +/-5 μm)

15-53 <15 μm max. 3% 22 35
20-63 <18 μm max. 3% 25 40

The determination of the PSD is done by laser diffraction according to ASTM B822.

Packaging

The whole production and packaging process at VDM Metals is under argon and the powder has no contact to atmos-phere. The standard powder is packed in plastic bags (5kg/10kg/20kg) under argon inside of sealed plastic drums (6l).

Storage & Handling

Handling
  • Please note that powder transportation may result in segregation of particle sizes.
  • Do not open the container in humid environment.
  • After contact with air the powder has limited storability.
  • Humidity can influence the powder properties.