REALLY NEED HELP! METAL SELECTION TO USE IN METHANOL FUEL.
REALLY NEED HELP! METAL SELECTION TO USE IN METHANOL FUEL.
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I could REALLY use some help here. We are designing a new fuel system part for the auto industry that will be used in Methanol. many parts are brass but this can corrode if left in Methanol for extended periods. With our new part, we have considered Stainless Steel for its reduced corrosion properties. However, because this is a small machined part, machinability and cost are factors here.
I am trying to select not only a material that is perfect for use in methanol, but a material that also machines well and is affordable. We can use nearly ANY metallic material. So far, Stainless seems to be the only answer. Can anyone put us on the right path here? At least a group of materials??
I am trying to select not only a material that is perfect for use in methanol, but a material that also machines well and is affordable. We can use nearly ANY metallic material. So far, Stainless seems to be the only answer. Can anyone put us on the right path here? At least a group of materials??





RE: REALLY NEED HELP! METAL SELECTION TO USE IN METHANOL FUEL.
I'm not saying that particular alloy is what you need, but I would contact Carpenter (cartech.com) first.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: REALLY NEED HELP! METAL SELECTION TO USE IN METHANOL FUEL.
I have seen data that even indicates that this grade machines easier than various 'free machining' SS grades (which you don't want to use because their corrosion resistance is poor).
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Plymouth Tube
RE: REALLY NEED HELP! METAL SELECTION TO USE IN METHANOL FUEL.
RE: REALLY NEED HELP! METAL SELECTION TO USE IN METHANOL FUEL.
Would there be anything in the Brass grades that would hold up to Methanol?
Thanks