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  1. magee913ford

    Best metal for corrosive environments in the oil and gas sector

    Hello all, I am looking to do a study on several types of materials to be used in the oil and gas sector, specifically downhole. I am looking for a relatively soft metal that is ductile/malleable and corrosive resistant against hydrogen sulfide, CO2, and several types of chlorides. Any...
  2. magee913ford

    Best metal or metal alloy for expansion?

    May have to go back to the drawing boards. Thanks everyone for your help. This is a great website
  3. magee913ford

    Best metal or metal alloy for expansion?

    Fluids will essentially be water and gas. We will test the fixture to 1000psi. Not sure what kind of gases but potentially could be corrosive. H2S.. Joint will not move after expanding. Once it is expanded it will remain in that position indefinitely.
  4. magee913ford

    Best metal or metal alloy for expansion?

    Thanks meteng. Temp not to exceed 450°F but operating will be around 150°F and the ring will be pressed against pretty corroded steel. Idea is to press the "o-ring" into the voids and create the seal. I appreciate your help
  5. magee913ford

    Best metal or metal alloy for expansion?

    Hello all. I am not a metal or materials expert and have a civil degree but I have been assigned a task to determine a material which can be used in the details described. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Essentially I am trying to make an 0-ring approximately 6 inch diameter x...

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