Desing System
Alloy 718: revolutionizing oilfield applications
Although the consumption of Alloy 718 in the oilfield has peaked, the demand for stronger, more corrosionresistant alloys for offshore deep sour fields has led to the development of new materials, challenging Alloy 718’s dominance.
critical well equipment
Download our technical report and explore the legacy and future of Alloy 718 in oilfield applications. Discover how this material continues to evolve, setting new standards for strength, durability, and performance in the most demanding environments.
Valve Components: Gates, seats, and stems exposed to corrosive environments.
Drill Tools: Including LWD and MWD tools requiring strong, non-magnetic properties.
Completion Equipment: Such as surface-controlled subsurface safety valves, packer and seal assemblies, and hangers, which must endure high-pressure, corrosive fluids.
Oilfield corrosion
environments and testing
To ensure the suitability of materials like Alloy 718 in these harsh environments, standards such as NACE MR0175/ ISO-15156-3 outline testing procedures and usage conditions to prevent sulfide stress corrosion cracking and galvanicallyinduced hydrogen stress cracking. This complex standard includes detailed testing protocols and conditions for materials used in these environments, ensuring their reliability and safety in critical oilfield applications.