Zirconium VCR Fittings

UNS R60702

Zirconium 702 offers excellent resistance to hydrochloric and sulfuric acids as well as strong alkalis, making it well suited for VCR fittings in aggressive chemical processing environments where standard alloys fail.

Technical Specifications for Non-Ferrous Materials

Capacity & Configuration
OUTLET OPTIONS: 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 20 WAY PORT CONFIGURATION: DOUBLE SIDED, SINGLE SIDED BODY TYPE: SEAMLESS PIPE, BAR STOCK MOUNTING: WALL MOUNTING
Ratings
PRESSURE: UPTO 3000 PSI TEMPERATURE: (-30) DEG C TO +550 DEG CELCIUS
Pipe Size & Thickness
PIPE SIZE: 1 1/2", 2" & CUSTOM 3" & 4" THICKNESS: SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 160, SCH XXS
Connection Sizes
INLET: 1/4" TO 4" OUTLET: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4" & 1" DRAIN: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4" & 1"
Types & Ends
INLET: FLANGE, BALL VALVE, NEEDLE VALVE, BUTTWELD & SOCKETWELD OUTLET: BALL VALVE, NEEDLE VALVE, GLOBE VALVE END: NPT, BSPP, BSPT, TUBE FITTING, BUTTWELD, SOCKETWELD, METRIC
Materials Overview
DUPLEX / SUPER DUPLEX HASTELLOY / INCONEL / MONEL ALLOY 20 / 28 / TITANIUM / 6MO PTFE / PP / TANTALUM / ZIRCONIUM / NIOBIUM ALUMINUM / BRONZE / BRASS / COPPER / CUPRO NICKEL SS 304 / 316 / 316TI / 310 / 904L
Finish & Traceability
SURFACE: ELECTROPLATED, SHOT BLASTED, MIRROR POLISHED TRACEABILITY: Pipe-Lok Vales & Fittings LOGO, GRADE, PIPE SIZE, CONNECTION SIZE, HEAT NUMBER
Drawing / Datasheet
ON REQUEST

Chemical Composition: Zirconium 702 (UNS R60702)

Commercially pure zirconium alloy providing excellent resistance to reducing acids, alkalis and molten salts.

Element Weight Percentage (%)
Zirconium + Hafnium 99.2 min
Hafnium (Hf) 4.5 max (of Zr+Hf)
Iron + Chromium 0.2 max
Hydrogen (H) 0.005 max
Nitrogen (N) 0.025 max
Carbon (C) 0.05 max
Oxygen (O) 0.16 max

*Composition limits are as per the applicable ASTM/ASME/UNS specification; actual limits may vary depending on product form.

Mechanical Properties: Zirconium 702 (UNS R60702)

Zirconium 702 combines good ductility with outstanding corrosion resistance in hydrochloric and sulfuric acid service.

Property Typical / Minimum Value
Tensile Strength 379 MPa min
0.2% Yield Strength 207 MPa min
Elongation 16% min
Hardness 200 HB max
Density Approx. 6.5 g/cm³

*Mechanical requirements depend on product form, heat treatment and applicable ASTM/ASME specification. Confirm final values against the material specification used for the VCR fitting component.

Applications of Zirconium VCR Fittings

Engineered for demanding fluid and gas-handling systems where leak-tight sealing, corrosion resistance and long service life are essential.

Chemical Processing

Handles the most aggressive acids and oxidizing media in specialty chemical production.

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Pharmaceutical

High-purity systems where corrosion resistance and product purity are essential.

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Aerospace

Lightweight, high-strength components for demanding aerospace applications.

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Marine

Exceptional resistance to seawater and chloride-rich marine environments.

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Semiconductor

Ultra-pure fluid handling in semiconductor fabrication processes.

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Nuclear

Used in nuclear and specialty reactor applications requiring extreme corrosion resistance.

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