I would like to find out the main advantages and disadvantages of using a duplex stainless steel (2205) as opposed to a Nickel Alloy Bronze in a marine environment. Specifically the resistance to corrosion, pitting and galvanic corrosion in an application such as a pipe fitting, where sea water...
Thanks CoryPad, Hydtools and CastMetal. Appreciate the info.This application isn't actually for the marine environment this time, but I will look into 413 for other applications. I think 356 or A356 will be the way to go. Seems to have better fluidity for casting.
Thanks again.
I have a product that was originally designed as a welded fabrication using 6061-T6. We are now looking at producing larger volumes and would like to consider a casting process. I've been told that 6061 doesn't pour very well. Can someone suggest an alternative aluminium that will have similar...