Hastelloy is not one alloy - it is a family of nickel-chromium-molybdenum-based superalloys developed by Haynes International, renowned for resisting some of the most aggressive corrosion environments on earth. The most widely machined grade is Hastelloy C-276 (UNS N10276), whose nominal composition is Ni~57%, Mo 15–17%, Cr 14.5–16.5%, W 3–4.5%, Fe 4–7%, with carbon ≤0.01% and silicon ≤0.08%. This composition - high in work-hardening elements - is precisely why it is so hard to machine, and why standard stainless steel parameters will fail your tool quickly.

This article is organized to answer three questions that CNC shops and procurement engineers ask most often:
- Which cutting tool material and geometry actually works on Hastelloy C-276?
- What coolant strategy prevents rapid tool wear and achieves acceptable surface integrity?
- How do you optimize the total cost of machining - not just tool cost, but cycle time and setup cost?
What Makes Hastelloy So Hard to Cut
[Source] Dudley, B. (ed.), "Hastelloy C-276 Alloy Technical Data," Haynes International; Machining Handbook, ASM International, Vol. 16.
When a cutting edge first contacts Hastelloy, the material deforms plastically beneath the tool tip. Because nickel alloys have low thermal conductivity (approximately 11–12 W/m·K at room temperature, roughly 1/3 that of steel), the heat generated at the shear zone cannot escape quickly. This heat, combined with the heavy mechanical load, drives rapid strain hardening. The result is a thin, extremely hard layer - sometimes reaching 350–400 HB locally - that the chip has already "pre-hardened" before the tool edge passes through it.
Three material properties combine to make Hastelloy C-276 one of the most difficult-to-machine commercial alloys:
- Work-hardening rate: Reaches ~80% of final hardness within 10–15% of total deformation
- Low thermal conductivity: Heat stays concentrated at the cutting edge rather than dissipating into the chip or workpiece
- High strength at elevated temperature: Retains ~70–80% of room-temperature yield strength at 600°C, limiting the softening benefit of high-speed cutting
How Does Hastelloy Compare to Other Difficult Alloys?
Hastelloy C-276 machines at approximately 30–50% of the speed of 316L stainless steel and generates 2–3× more heat at the tool-chip interface, making it comparable to machining Inconel 718 in difficulty but with higher molybdenum and tungsten content that accelerates abrasive wear.
|
Alloy |
UTS (MPa) |
Hardness (HB) |
Machinability Index |
Key Challenge |
|
AISI 1117 Carbon Steel |
430–510 |
126–150 |
100 (baseline) |
Standard - no special issues |
|
316L Stainless Steel |
485–560 |
160–200 |
55–65 |
Moderate work-hardening |
|
Alloy 825 (N08825) |
530–690 |
180–220 |
45–55 |
Work-hardening, high Cr/Ni |
|
Alloy 625 (N06625) |
690–830 |
200–240 |
30–40 |
High strength, Ni-Cr-Mo |
|
Inconel 718 (N07718) |
965–1275 |
240–330 |
15–25 |
Very high strength, γ' precipitates |
|
Hastelloy C-276 (N10276) |
690–850 |
200–250 |
15–22 |
Work-hardening + low conductivity |
|
Hastelloy C-22 (N06022) |
690–800 |
200–240 |
15–20 |
Similar to C-276; slightly easier |
Cutting Tool Materials: What Actually Works
For turning and milling Hastelloy C-276, the recommended tool hierarchy is: CVD-coated carbide (Al₂O₃/TiCN/Al₂O₃ multi-layer) ≥ PVD AlTiN-coated carbide > Cermet > SiAlN ceramic > CBN (for finishing only). Uncoated carbide is not recommended for production runs.

Each tool material offers a different trade-off between hot hardness, chemical stability, and fracture toughness. The choice depends on the operation (roughing vs. finishing), the specific Hastelloy grade, and whether the shop is prioritizing tool life, surface finish, or cost.
|
Tool Material |
Grade / Coating |
Hardness (HV) |
Max Service Temp (°C) |
Tool Life Rating |
Best Application |
Relative Cost |
|
Uncoated Carbide |
K10/K20 (fine grain) |
1,600–1,750 |
600 |
⭐ Very Poor |
Laboratory only |
1× (base) |
|
PVD AlTiN-coated Carbide |
PVD AlTiN / AlCrN |
2,000–2,400 |
800–900 |
⭐⭐⭐ Good |
General turning & milling |
1.5–2× |
|
CVD Al₂O₃/TiCN Multilayer |
CVD Al₂O₃+TiCN+TiN |
2,200–2,600 |
1,000+ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent |
Production turning; roughing |
2–3× |
|
Cermet (TiCN-based) |
TiCN + Mo/Ni binder |
1,800–2,200 |
800 |
⭐⭐⭐ Good |
Finishing; low feed rates |
2–2.5× |
|
SiAlN Ceramic |
Si₃N₄ + Al₂O₃ (Sialon) |
2,400–2,800 |
1,200+ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent |
Rough milling; high speed |
4–6× |
|
CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride) |
CBN ≥ 50% content |
4,500–5,000 |
1,000 |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superior |
Finishing (< Ra 0.8) |
8–15× |
|
PCD (Polycrystalline Diamond) |
PCD (≥98% diamond) |
8,000–9,000 |
600–700 |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superior |
Graphite/SiC composite |
10–20× |
Why CVD-coated Carbide is the Industry Default for Production
CVD multi-layer coated carbide (Al₂O₃/TiCN/TiN on K-class substrate) is the most cost-effective choice for production CNC machining of Hastelloy C-276 because the outer Al₂O₃ layer provides excellent chemical stability at high temperature, while the TiCN sublayer adds fracture toughness, and the TiN top layer resists built-up edge formation.
The Al₂O₃ coating is thermodynamically stable in the presence of nickel - it does not react with the workpiece material at typical cutting temperatures (600–900°C). This is critical: tool wear in nickel alloy machining is predominantly chemical in nature, not just mechanical abrasion. The TiCN intermediate layer provides the substrate with resistance to thermal cracking under interrupted cuts (milling).
[Source] Abele, E. et al., "Coated Tools for Dry Machining of Nickel-based Alloys," CIRP Annals – Manufacturing Technology, 2015.
For the substrate, use a fine-grain carbide (grain size ≤ 1 μm) with cobalt content of 6–10%. The lower cobalt content (6%) gives higher hardness and wear resistance; 10% cobalt gives better toughness for interrupted cuts. Choose based on operation type:
Toughness-focused (interrupted cuts, deep pocketing): 8–10% Co, K-class (KC9140 equivalent)
Hardness-focused (continuous turning, thin walls): 6% Co, fine-grain (KC5010 equivalent)
PVD AlTiN: When and Why to Use It
PVD AlTiN-coated carbide is preferred over CVD for thin-wall parts, small-diameter tools (end mills < Ø12 mm), and machining where workpiece rigidity is limited, because PVD coatings produce a thinner, tougher coating without the tensile residual stresses that can cause edge chipping on fine tools.
PVD AlTiN coatings (deposited at 400–500°C, far below CVD's 900–1,000°C) maintain the substrate's original toughness. The AlTiN coating forms a dense Al₂O₃+TiN layered structure during cutting, providing oxidation resistance up to approximately 900°C at the tool rake face.
A specific recommendation: For Hastelloy C-276 turning at cutting speeds of 30–60 m/min, use a PVD AlTiN insert with a sharp cutting edge (hone radius 0.02–0.03 mm for finishing, 0.03–0.05 mm for roughing). A heavier hone (T-land) is NOT recommended - it pushes material rather than cutting it, dramatically increasing work-hardening.
Ceramic and CBN: When the Job Justifies the Cost
SiAlN ceramic inserts are recommended for high-speed rough milling of Hastelloy C-276 (cutting speeds 150–300 m/min) where cycle time is critical and tool inventory cost can be justified by 5–8× longer tool life compared to carbide. CBN is reserved exclusively for finishing operations where Ra < 0.8 μm is required.
Ceramic tools should be considered a process decision, not just a tool selection: they require rigid setups (no slender overhangs > 4× diameter), stable machine spindles (> 15,000 rpm for small inserts), and flood coolant to prevent thermal shock cracking. SiAlN is preferred over Al₂O₃ for nickel alloys because its thermal expansion coefficient (α ≈ 5.5 × 10⁻⁶/°C) is closer to steel, reducing thermal gradient stress at the cutting edge during coolant application.
[Source] Ezugwu, E.O. & Bonney, J., "Effect of High-Pressure Coolant on Tool Life when Turning Ni-based Inconel 718," ASME Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 2004.
CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride) has the highest hot hardness of any commercial tool material but is rarely used for roughing Hastelloy because it is brittle under the high mechanical impact of interrupted cuts. Its application is limited to:
- Finish turning of bored holes and internal diameters where surface finish is critical
- Continuous cut finishing of valve seats and pump components (Ra ≤ 0.4 μm)
- High-speed threading of Hastelloy where carbide cannot maintain geometry
Insert Geometry and Edge Preparation
For Hastelloy C-276, the recommended insert geometries are: wiper geometry for finishing (large rake angle, extended land), standard negative rake (CNMG / CNGA) for general turning, and ball-nose or corner-radius end mills for 3D profiling. The cutting edge must always be sharp - a dull edge instantly triggers excessive work-hardening and rapid crater wear.
|
Operation |
Insert ISO Code |
Geometry |
Hone Radius (mm) |
Rake Angle |
Application |
|
Rough Turning |
CNMG 120408 / CNMG 160612 |
Negative rake, strong edge |
0.03–0.05 |
-6° to -8° |
Heavy stock removal, OD turning |
|
Finish Turning |
DNMG 150604 / VNMG 160404 |
Wiper / positive rake |
0.02–0.03 |
+5° to +12° |
Surface finish Ra ≤ 1.6 μm |
|
Interrupted Cut / Profiling |
CNMG / SNMG |
T-land reinforced |
0.04–0.06 |
-6° to -10° |
Grooves, slots, shoulders |
|
End Milling (Rough) |
APKT 1604 / SEKT 1204 |
Strong corner radius |
0.03–0.05 |
-8° to -12° |
Side milling, pocketing |
|
End Milling (Finish) |
Ball-nose Ø6–Ø20 |
Sharp cutting edge |
0.015–0.02 |
+10° to +15° |
3D profiling, die cavities |
|
Threading |
16ER / 22ER (ISO metric) |
Sharp precision edge |
0.01–0.02 |
0° to +5° |
External threads, API rounds |
Cutting Parameters: A Practical Reference Table
For CNC turning of Hastelloy C-276, use cutting speeds of 30–60 m/min (carbide) or 80–150 m/min (SiAlN ceramic), feed rates of 0.1–0.25 mm/rev for roughing and 0.05–0.12 mm/rev for finishing, and depth of cut of 1.5–4.0 mm (roughing) or 0.25–1.0 mm (finishing). Never let the tool dwell - continuous cutting is essential.
|
Operation |
Tool Material |
Cutting Speed (Vc) |
Feed Rate (fn) |
Depth of Cut (ap) |
Coolant |
Expected Tool Life |
Typical Ra Finish |
|
Rough Turning |
CVD Al₂O₃ Carbide |
30–50 m/min |
0.18–0.25 mm/rev |
2.0–4.0 mm |
Flood, high-pressure |
15–30 min cutting time |
Ra 3.2–6.3 μm |
|
Semi-Finish |
PVD AlTiN Carbide |
40–65 m/min |
0.10–0.18 mm/rev |
0.75–2.0 mm |
Flood, 10–15 bar |
20–45 min cutting time |
Ra 1.6–3.2 μm |
|
Finish Turning |
PVD AlTiN / Cermet |
50–80 m/min |
0.05–0.12 mm/rev |
0.25–0.75 mm |
Flood, clean |
30–60 min cutting time |
Ra 0.8–1.6 μm |
|
Rough Boring |
CVD Carbide |
25–40 m/min |
0.08–0.15 mm/rev |
0.5–1.5 mm |
Flood, through-tool |
15–25 min cutting time |
Ra 1.6–3.2 μm |
|
Finish Boring |
CBN or PVD AlTiN |
35–70 m/min |
0.04–0.08 mm/rev |
0.1–0.5 mm |
Flood, low pressure |
30–90 min cutting time |
Ra ≤ 0.8 μm |
|
Threading (External) |
PVD AlTiN / UN-coat |
20–35 m/min (effective) |
by pitch |
0.05–0.10 mm/pass |
Flood |
5–15 passes/edge |
Ra 1.6–3.2 μm |
|
Parting / Grooving |
PVD AlTiN narrow |
20–30 m/min |
0.03–0.06 mm/rev |
Blade width 2–4 mm |
Flood, high-pressure |
10–20 min cutting time |
Ra 3.2–6.3 μm |
Recommended Parameters for Milling Hastelloy C276
For CNC milling of Hastelloy C-276, use cutting speeds of 35–60 m/min (carbide end mill) or 120–250 m/min (SiAlN ceramic ball-nose), axial depth of cut (ae) of 0.3–1.5× tool diameter, radial engagement (ap) of 0.5–3.0 mm, and feed per tooth (fz) of 0.03–0.08 mm/tooth. Full slotting should be avoided - use climb milling with radial engagement ≤ 50% of cutter diameter.
|
Operation |
Tool |
Tool Material |
Cutting Speed (Vc) |
Feed per Tooth (fz) |
Ae (Radial DOC) |
Ap (Axial DOC) |
Coolant |
Notes |
|
Rough Pocket Milling |
Ø12–Ø20 End Mill |
PVD AlTiN Carbide |
35–50 m/min |
0.05–0.08 mm/z |
1.5–3.0 mm |
Up to 20 mm |
Flood 10–15 bar |
Slotting not recommended |
|
Rough Side Milling |
Ø16–Ø25 End Mill |
CVD Al₂O₃ Carbide |
40–60 m/min |
0.06–0.10 mm/z |
3–10 mm |
5–20 mm |
Flood high pressure |
Climb milling preferred |
|
Semi-Finish 3D |
Ball-nose Ø10–Ø20 |
PVD AlTiN Carbide |
45–70 m/min |
0.04–0.08 mm/z |
0.5–2.0 mm |
3–10 mm |
Flood |
Constant engagement |
|
Finish 3D Profiling |
Ball-nose Ø6–Ø12 |
PVD AlTiN / CBN |
50–90 m/min |
0.02–0.05 mm/z |
0.2–0.8 mm |
1–4 mm |
Flood low pressure |
CBN for Ra ≤ 0.8 μm |
|
High-Speed Roughing |
Ø20–Ø50 Face Mill |
SiAlN Ceramic |
120–200 m/min |
0.06–0.12 mm/z |
2–6 mm |
5–15 mm |
Flood + air blast |
Requires rigid setup |
|
Profile Milling |
Ø6 End Mill |
PVD AlTiN Carbide |
30–45 m/min |
0.03–0.06 mm/z |
0.5–2.0 mm |
2–8 mm |
Flood |
Small tools: lower speed |
Why Cutting Speed Must Stay Low?
The dominant wear mechanism changes with cutting speed:
- Vc < 40 m/min: Primarily abrasive wear and edge chipping from hard secondary carbides in Hastelloy
- Vc = 40–60 m/min: Balanced abrasive + chemical wear - optimal carbide window
- Vc > 80 m/min: Thermal cracking perpendicular to cutting edge + rapid diffusion wear
- Vc > 150 m/min (ceramic): Thermomechanical fatigue - need SiAlN specifically, not Al₂O₃
The practical implication: shops that try to "run fast" on Hastelloy are actually spending more money because they replace inserts every 5–10 minutes.
The cost-optimal approach is conservative speed (40–55 m/min) with maximum stable feed rate, using flood coolant to enable continuous cutting without thermal damage.
Coolant Strategy: The Hidden Variable in Hastelloy Machining
Dry machining of Hastelloy C-276 is not viable in production environments - tool life drops by 60–80% compared to flood cooling, and surface integrity (residual stress, white layer formation) degrades significantly. The minimum acceptable strategy is high-pressure flood cooling at 10–15 bar with flow rates ≥ 10 L/min through a 2–3 mm nozzle opening directed at the tool-chip interface.
The cooling function in nickel alloy machining is not just about temperature - it is about preventing the diffusion of workpiece atoms into the tool coating. At the extreme pressures and temperatures of the tool-chip interface, nickel and cobalt from Hastelloy can diffuse into the carbide substrate, forming intermetallic compounds that accelerate crater wear. A continuous coolant stream flushes this reaction zone and prevents this diffusion.
[Source] Sharman, A.R.C. et al., "The Effects of Cryogenic Cooling on Tool Life in End Milling of Hastelloy C-276," International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture, 2018.
Coolant Type: Semi-Synthetic vs. Neat Oil vs. MQL
For Hastelloy C-276 CNC machining, a 5–8% semi-synthetic (soluble oil) emulsion at pH 9.0–9.5 is the industry-standard recommendation. Neat (straight) oils can extend tool life by 20–30% but present hygiene and fire hazards. MQL (Minimum Quantity Lubrication) at oil flow rates of 50–100 ml/h is viable for drilling and tapping but not for general turning and milling of Hastelloy.
|
Coolant Type |
Composition |
Flow Rate |
Tool Life Impact |
Surface Finish |
Hygiene/Safety |
Cost |
Best For |
|
Dry (No Coolant) |
None |
N/A |
-60–80% vs. flood |
Poor; white layer |
Good (no exposure) |
Minimal |
Lab test only - not production |
|
5–8% Semi-Synthetic Emulsion |
Mineral oil + water + additives |
8–15 L/min (flood) |
Baseline = 100% |
Good (Ra 1.6–3.2) |
Moderate (biocide required) |
Low–Medium |
General turning & milling |
|
Neat (Straight) Cutting Oil |
100% petroleum/vegetable oil |
5–10 L/min |
+20–30% vs. emulsion |
Excellent (Ra 0.8–1.6) |
Fire hazard; dermatitis risk |
High |
Deep-hole drilling; tapping |
|
High-Pressure (10–20 bar) Emulsion |
Same as semi-synthetic; delivered at pressure |
10–20 L/min |
+30–50% vs. standard flood |
Very Good |
Moderate |
Medium |
Internal coolant through tools; boring |
|
MQL - Vegetable Oil 50–100 ml/h |
Canola / rapeseed oil + air |
50–100 ml/h oil |
-15–25% vs. flood |
Good |
Good (low mist) |
Low |
Drilling < Ø20mm; threading |
|
Cryogenic (LN₂ / CO₂) |
Liquid nitrogen or CO₂ snow |
0.5–2 L/min LN₂ |
+40–80% vs. flood |
Very Good |
Special handling required |
Very High |
High-value aerospace components |
Semi-synthetic emulsions with extreme pressure (EP) additives containing sulfurized esters or chlorinated paraffins provide the best performance because the EP additives form a sacrificial boundary layer at the tool-chip interface, reducing friction and preventing workpiece material from welding to the tool rake face.
Coolant Application Technique: Where and How to Direct the Stream
Direct the coolant stream at the tool-chip interface - not at the tool-workpiece contact point - with a nozzle angle of 15–30° from the cutting edge plane. Through-tool coolant (internal cooling channels) is mandatory for drilling and boring operations, and provides 30–50% longer tool life compared to external flood alone.
The cutting zone in Hastelloy machining reaches 700–1,000°C at the tool tip even with flood coolant. The coolant must reach this zone fast enough to maintain the coating below ~850°C, where Al₂O₃ remains thermodynamically stable. This requires:
- Nozzle diameter: 2–3 mm for flood; 0.8–1.2 mm for high-pressure through-tool coolant
- Pressure: Minimum 10 bar for through-tool; 5–8 bar for flood application
- Temperature: 15–25°C (cool coolant provides better heat removal; too cold causes thermal shock)
- pH monitoring: Maintain 9.0–9.5 for semi-synthetics to prevent bacterial growth and skin irritation
MQL for Hastelloy: An Emerging But Limited Option
MQL (Minimum Quantity Lubrication) can replace flood coolant for drilling, tapping, and short-duration machining operations on Hastelloy C-276, but is not recommended for turning or milling operations where cutting time exceeds 10 minutes, because MQL's heat removal capacity is insufficient to prevent thermal damage to carbide coatings at the continuous high temperatures involved.

The research consensus (CIRP, ASME, and SAE technical papers, 2014–2023) consistently shows that MQL at 70–100 ml/h achieves approximately 70–80% of the tool life obtained with conventional flood cooling in nickel alloy machining, making it a viable option for shops that prioritize environmental compliance and coolant disposal costs over maximum tool life.
[Source] Khan, S.A. et al., "MQL Machining of Nickel-based Superalloys: A Critical Review," Journal of Manufacturing Processes, Elsevier, 2021.
If adopting MQL for Hastelloy, use high-oleic vegetable oils (canola or sunflower) rather than mineral oils, because the polar molecules in vegetable oils adsorb more effectively onto the active nickel surface, reducing built-up edge. Avoid synthetic esters at temperatures > 300°C at the cutting edge - they thermally decompose and leave carbonaceous residues.
Tool Wear Mechanisms and Diagnosis
The five primary tool wear modes in Hastelloy C-276 machining are, in order of frequency: flank wear (most common), built-up edge (BUE), crater wear, notch wear at the depth-of-cut line, and thermal cracking. Each has a distinct root cause - correctly identifying it tells you which parameter to adjust, rather than blindly changing the tool material.
|
Wear Mode |
Appearance |
Primary Cause |
Parameter Adjustment |
Secondary Cause |
|
Flank Wear (VB) |
Uniform wear land on rake face |
Abrasive hard carbides (Mo/W borides) |
Reduce cutting speed by 10–15% |
Coating failure at high temp |
|
Built-Up Edge (BUE) |
Lumps of workpiece material on edge |
Welding of Ni/Cr to tool surface |
Increase rake angle or use sharper edge |
Low cutting speed + inadequate coolant |
|
Crater Wear |
Depression on rake face |
Chemical diffusion; high temp dissolution |
Switch to Al₂O₃ coating (more stable) |
Excessive cutting speed |
|
Notch Wear |
Deep groove at DOC line |
Workpiece surface hardness variation |
Reduce DOC; use stronger edge preparation |
Thermomechanical cycling |
|
Thermal Cracking |
Cracks perpendicular to cutting edge |
Thermal shock from intermittent coolant |
Reduce coolant pressure; pre-warm |
CVD coating tensile stress |
|
Edge Chipping |
Small fractures on cutting edge |
Impact load; interrupted cut; worn edge |
Reduce feed rate; check tool overhang |
Excessive honing radius |
Surface Integrity
Hastelloy C-276 machined surfaces can develop a "white layer" (hard, brittle, recrystallized layer 2–20 μm thick) and tensile residual stress (200–500 MPa) when cutting parameters are incorrect - even when the tool looks acceptable. Both degrade fatigue life by 30–60%, which is critical for aerospace and pressure vessel applications. Specify surface integrity requirements in your drawing notes and verify with surface roughness (Ra) and hardness traverse measurements.
White layer formation is driven by three factors:
- Excessive cutting temperature (> 700°C at the surface) - caused by high cutting speed or inadequate coolant
- Thermomechanical loading at the subsurface - caused by high feed rate with insufficient depth of cut
- Retained austenite transformation - the FCC crystal structure of Hastelloy partially transforms to a harder phase under severe plastic deformation
- To minimize white layer formation in Hastelloy C-276 components:
- Use the lowest cutting speed compatible with acceptable cycle time (Vc = 35–50 m/min)
- Apply flood coolant continuously - never stop coolant mid-operation
- Maintain consistent depth of cut; avoid "air cutting" as the tool enters/exits
- For fatigue-critical applications: specify post-machining stress relief at 600–650°C for 1–2 hours
Hastelloy Grades: Quick Machinability Comparison
Among the common Hastelloy grades, machinability ranges from: Hastelloy C-22 (N06022) ≈ Hastelloy C-276 (N10276) as the most difficult, to Hastelloy C-2000 (N06200) and B-2 (N10665) as slightly easier, to Hastelloy X (N06002) as the most machinable (approaching Inconel 625). The differences are driven primarily by molybdenum and tungsten content, which directly control work-hardening rate and abrasive wear.
|
Hastelloy Grade |
UNS Number |
Primary Alloying Elements |
Machinability Rating |
Key Machining Notes |
|
Hastelloy B-2 |
N10665 |
Ni–Mo (Mo 26–30%, Fe≤2%) |
⭐⭐ (Moderate) |
Low Cr means less work-hardening; easier than C-276; avoid in HCl |
|
Hastelloy B-3 |
N10675 |
Ni–Mo (Mo 28–32%, no Nb/Ta) |
⭐⭐ (Moderate) |
Improved thermal stability over B-2; similar machinability |
|
Hastelloy C-22 |
N06022 |
Ni–Cr–Mo–W (Cr 20–22%, W 2–4%) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very Hard) |
Slightly easier than C-276 due to lower Mo; W adds wear resistance |
|
Hastelloy C-276 |
N10276 |
Ni–Cr–Mo–W (Mo 15–17%, W 3–4.5%) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very Hard) |
Industry standard; most documented machining data; use all C-276 parameters |
|
Hastelloy C-2000 |
N06200 |
Ni–Cr–Mo–Cu (Mo 15–17%, Cu 1.6%) |
⭐⭐⭐ (Hard) |
Copper addition reduces abrasive wear slightly; best for chemical plant service |
|
Hastelloy G-30 |
N06030 |
Ni–Cr–Mo–Cu (Cr >30%, Cu 1.8%) |
⭐⭐⭐ (Hard) |
High Cr gives corrosion advantage; machinability similar to C-2000 |
|
Hastelloy X |
N06002 |
Ni–Cr–Fe–Mo (Cr 20–22%, Fe 17–20%) |
⭐⭐ (Moderate) |
Most machinable Hastelloy; often machined at speeds 50–70 m/min; similar to Inconel 625 |
|
Hastelloy N |
N10003 |
Ni–Mo–Cr (Mo 7%, Cr 7%, Al 5%) |
⭐⭐⭐ (Hard) |
Developed for nuclear; less common; machinability similar to C-276 |
About JN Alloy
Jinie Technology (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. (JN Alloy) is a specialized manufacturer and global supplier of nickel alloys, superaustenitic stainless steels, and specialty corrosion-resistant alloys, including the complete Hastelloy family. We supply Hastelloy C-276 (UNS N10276), Hastelloy C-22 (N06022), Hastelloy B-2 (N10665), and Hastelloy X (N06002) in all commercial product forms, with full traceability and Mill Test Reports (EN 10204 3.1) accompanying every order.
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