Alloy 20 / Carpenter 20
2.4660Austenitic Ni-Fe-Cr alloy specifically developed for sulfuric acid resistance. Nb-stabilized against sensitization. Cu addition gives outstanding resistance to H2SO4 at all concentrations up to 80%. Used for sulfuric acid piping, heat exchangers, mixing tanks, pickling equipment, and pharmaceutical processing.
International equivalents
| Flag | Standard | Country | Grade | Number | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 | ASTM | USA | UNS N08020 | N08020 | REF |
| 🇪🇺 | EN | Europe | NiCr20CuMo | 2.4660 | 100% |
Sources: ASTM B463, DIN 17744
Mechanical properties
Compatibility verdict
Alloy 20 / Carpenter 20 and NiCr20CuMo: 100% composition match
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