Inconel 718 has main applications in paper and pulp industry, chemical industry, gas turbine components and food processing industry.

1. High YieldStrengthof Inconel 718- Material you can rely upon
Alloy 718 is a corrosion-resistant, high-strength nickel-chromium alloy which is
normally used at a temperature of -423° to 1300°F. It is hardened by double prime
and gamma prime. This hardenable alloy can be easily fabricated into complex
parts. The alloy contracts by 0.0008 inch per inch after undergoing precipitation
hardening. This alloy has outstanding weldability feature compared to the other
nickel-base super alloys that are hardened with titanium and aluminum. Inconel
718 is normally available in different forms like sheet, wire, plate and bar.
Properties
Inconel 718 is a hardenable metal which can be used at high temperatures. Its
strength is normally enhanced by precipitation hardening and solid solution
hardening methods. The dissolution of the aging elements of the alloy like
niobium, aluminum and titanium is primarily confirmed by the annealing the alloy.
Its application temperature is kept below 650oC in order to maintain a good
resistance to creeping and stress. This particular metal can be machined with ease

2. above 540oC. But in case of room temperature fabrication its toughness, good
strength and work hardening features can create trouble. While machining, the
cutting edge of the alloy attains an elevated temperature due to poorheat
conductanceand the presence of abrasive elements. This increases the chance of
breakage, chipping and wear and tear. Normally, the machining is done in a
solution annealed form followed by then age hardening. Even at high-
temperatures, the forming capability of the alloy is checked due to its good
mechanical hardness and strength limits. Thus most of the alloy 718 components
are produced by investment casting that boosts the utility of the material and
improves its potential to develop composite shapes at the controlled price.
Is it magnetic
Inconel 718 contains a significant amount of columbium, iron, molybdenum with a
minimum quality of titanium and aluminum. This composition proves that the
alloy is non-magnetic.
Ideal for aerospaceengine applications
Aero engines are usually made of high-performance materials like Inconel 718 so
that they get the best performance at an effective cost. This super metal is used in
one of the hottest sections like turboreactors. This metal can withstand extreme
mechanical strains and stress even in challenging conditions and also gives
protection from creep and corrosion. It is ideal for any high-temperature
applications where corrosion, heat resistance and creep are a part. It acts as a key
solution to hot structural applications and thus accepted in different industrial
sectors. This alloy can be easily used at a temperature of over 600oC. Apart from
possessing good strength, corrosionresistance and toughness at high temperatures
it also offers good creeping resistance. Near about 50% of the total amount of
Inconel 718 that is produced is used in the manufacturing of aircraft engines and
their parts like sheets, blades and discs. This alloy is also used in cryogenic
applications and rocket engines as it provides good toughness at low temperatures.
Other industries where it is used

3. Some of the other industries where Inconel718 is widely used are heat treating
industry, nuclear engineering, paper and pulp industry, chemical industry, gas
turbine components and food processing industry.