Cobalt and cobalt alloys · Alloy 188 / UNS R30188 / 2.4983

High-Temperature Alloy 188 (UNS R30188) — Technical Data and Applications

Technical Characteristics and Properties of Alloy 188

Alloy 188 (UNS R30188) is an advanced high-temperature cobalt-based alloy designed for extreme operating conditions. It demonstrates exceptional oxidation resistance at high temperatures and possesses outstanding structural stability. EV Group China engineers recommend this material for critical components of gas turbine installations, aircraft engines, and combustion chambers where an optimal combination of high tensile strength and creep resistance is required.

Product FormParameterValue
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireSpecificationsSB-435
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireSpecificationsSB-435
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireAnalogs2.4683
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireAnalogs2.4683
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireAnalogsCoCr20WNi
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireAnalogsCoCr20WNi
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireNameAlloy 188, Conicro 4023 W, VDM Alloy 188, UNS R30188
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireNameAlloy 188, Conicro 4023 W, VDM Alloy 188, UNS R30188
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireNameAlloy 188, Conicro 4023 W, VDM Alloy 188, UNS R30188
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireSpecificationsB435
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireSpecificationsB435
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireAnalogsDIN
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireAnalogsW.Nr.
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireSpecificationsASME
Sheet, plate, forgings, welding wireSpecificationsASTM

Chemical Composition of Alloy 188 (wt. %)

The unique performance properties of Alloy 188 are achieved through precise alloying with tungsten and lanthanum. This provides excellent thermal stability and significantly enhances corrosion resistance in aggressive environments, which is critically important for the longevity of highly stressed components.

NiParameterValue
20,0-24,0Al<0,20
20,0-24,0C0,05-0,15
20,0-24,0CoBalance
20,0-24,0Cr20,0-24,0
20,0-24,0Fe<3,0
20,0-24,0La0,02-0,12
20,0-24,0Mn<1,25
20,0-24,0P<0,015
20,0-24,0S<0,015
20,0-24,0Si0,2-0,4
20,0-24,0W13,0-16,0

Mechanical Properties of Alloy 188

Alloy 188 consistently demonstrates high strength characteristics at operating temperatures up to 1100°C. Below are the standard values for mechanical properties at room temperature, confirming its suitability for the most demanding applications:

Tensile StrengthParameterValue
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)125 ksi55 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)860 MPa380 MPa
Elongation125 ksi40 %
Elongation860 MPa40 %

Physical Parameters

The density of Alloy 188 is 9.10 g/cm³. EV Group China ensures the supply of this material, providing a full package of quality certificates, which guarantees compliance with all standards for use in high-tech industries.