Zirconium 702 Forgings

Metracore Alloys manufactures and supplies zirconium 702 forgings to chemical processing plants, acid producers, and nuclear engineering contractors in India and abroad. We make sure each batch passes three checks before dispatch: corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and dimensional accuracy. Zirconium Grade 702, designated UNS R60702, is commercially pure zirconium. This grade can handle strong acids and high temperatures. and tough processing conditions while keeping its excellent mechanical integrity, which is why forged parts made from it are used in chemical reactors, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and process equipment. Zirconium grade 702 forgings reach our customers as forged rings, discs, or fully custom shapes made to their drawings.

What are Zirconium 702 forgings?

Zirconium 702 forgings are components shaped by controlled hot working of commercially pure zirconium. Reactor grades have hafnium removed to keep neutron absorption low; industrial grades such as Grade 702 retain up to 4.5% hafnium, which doesn’t affect corrosion resistance. The forge heats this reactive metal inside a narrow temperature window, refining grain and closing voids. The finished forging offers excellent corrosion resistance, high ductility and toughness, and good weldability.

Why Choose Metracore Alloys?

Metracore Alloys manufactures premium-quality zirconium forgings and combines advanced manufacturing with reliable supplier support. We produce precision open-die and custom zirconium forgings to customer drawings, followed by precision machining and finishing to meet dimensional and surface requirements. Third-party inspection is available on request, and every order is supplied with a mill test certificate to EN 10204 3.1. Export-grade packaging protects finished surfaces during transit, while our global distribution network supports timely delivery worldwide. Share your drawing and delivery location, and we’ll promptly confirm pricing and lead time.

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Zirconium 702 Forgings Specifications

Our specification table sets out supply conditions for UNS R60702 forgings: standards, forms, sizes, finish, heat treatment, inspection and certification.

Types of Zirconium 702 Forgings

Ten forged product forms make up our Grade 702 range.

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Technical Details of Zirconium 702 Forgings

Chemical Composition

The chemistry of Grade 702 follows limits published in ASTM B551, and every supplied heat conforms to the values below.

Element	Zirconium + Hafnium (Zr + Hf)	Hafnium (Hf)	Iron (Fe)	Chromium (Cr)	Oxygen (O)	Nitrogen (N)	Carbon (C)	Hydrogen (H)
Content (% by weight)	99.2 min	4.5 max	0.20 max (Fe + Cr combined)	0.20 max (Fe + Cr combined)	0.16 max	0.025 max	0.05 max	0.005 max

Mechanical Properties

Mechanical minimums for UNS R60702 apply in the annealed condition, and forged sections meet them after final heat treatment.

Property	Tensile Strength	Yield Strength (0.2% offset)	Elongation	Hardness	Density	Melting Point
Value	379 MPa min	207 MPa min	16% min	89 HRB max	6.51 g/cm³	1852°C

Key Features

Eight performance characteristics matter most in severe chemical service.

Acid resistance: The grade withstands hydrochloric, sulphuric and organic acids that corrode stainless steels and nickel alloys.
pH Tolerance: Streams that alternate between acidic and alkaline media pose no problem; zirconium tolerates both pH extremes.
High-temperature stability: Strength and corrosion behaviour hold steady at reactor and heat exchanger temperatures.
Ductility and toughness: It maintains its ductility and toughness at a high level after forging, so parts absorb thermal cycling without cracking.
Excellent weldability: Fabricators join the grade with inert gas-shielded processes.
Decades of service are realistic, since corrosion wall loss stays negligible in acid duty.
Low maintenance: Inspection intervals lengthen, and spare part demand falls.
Performance remains dependable in harsh service where high pressure meets aggressive process chemistry.

Inspection & Manufacturing Standards

Recognised standards govern every forging we supply, from melting through final inspection.

ASTM B493 governs zirconium forgings
ASTM B550 covers bar stock
ASTM B551 applies to any sheet or plate feedstock supplied alongside them, and ASME SB551 applies to pressure code work
An EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificate accompanies each consignment
Source mill inspection covers ultrasonic testing (UT), PMI testing, chemical analysis and mechanical testing
Dimensional and visual inspection close-out for each order

Advantages of Zirconium 702 Forgings

The commercial case for this grade rests on lifetime operating cost rather than purchase price. Six advantages carry the most weight.

Exceptional corrosion resistance across diverse process chemistries
High purity and structural integrity from controlled forging
Excellent performance in acidic environments, including reducing acids
Long operational service life with minimal wall loss
Reduced maintenance costs over the equipment’s working life
Reliable performance in critical process equipment

Manufacturing Process of Zirconium 702 Forgings

Zirconium 702 Forgings Industrial Applications

Zirconium 702 forgings serve 8 application areas. Corrosion behaviour drives selection in each.

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FAQs

What are Zirconium 702 forgings?

Zirconium 702 forgings are hot-worked components of commercially pure zirconium, specified where strong acids attack conventional alloys.

What are the advantages of Zirconium 702 forgings?

Corrosion resistance leads the list, alongside purity, long service life and low maintenance.

Which standards are followed for zirconium 702 forgings?

ASTM B551, ASTM B493, ASTM B550 and ASME SB551 apply, with EN 10204 3.1 certification for each consignment.

Which industries commonly use Zirconium 702 forgings?

Chemical processing, pharmaceutical, nuclear, petrochemical, and acid manufacturing plants all use these forgings, together with pollution control equipment builders.

Can you manufacture custom zirconium 702 forgings as per customer drawings?

Yes, we can supply custom forgings as per the customers’ drawings.

Do you provide mill test certificates and third-party inspections?

Every order ships with an EN 10204 3.1 mil test certificate; third-party inspection is available.

How does zirconium 702 compare with titanium in corrosive environments?

Zirconium 702 outperforms titanium in hot hydrochloric and sulphuric acid. Titanium stays competitive in oxidising chloride media.

Do you export zirconium 702 forgings worldwide?

We export worldwide, with packaging and documentation suited to international buyers and distributors.