BÖHLER L725

BÖHLER L725 (UNS N07725) is an age-hardenable nickel-chromium-molybdenum-niobium alloy with comparable corrosion resistance to Alloy 625. The strength of Bohler L725 in the age-hardened condition is approximately twice that of annealed Alloy 625 and comparable to Alloy 718.
The high nickel and chromium content provides corrosion resistance in reducing and oxidizing environments, while the molybdenum content increases resistance to reducing media and offers high resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion. The combination of elements makes the alloy resistant to hydrogen embrittlement and stress corrosion cracking. BÖHLER L725 is also approved according to NACE MR0175 for use under sour gas conditions.
The alloy was originally developed for oilfield applications such as wellheads and well completions, safety valves and other downhole components where it resists the effects of hydrogen sulfide, chlorides and carbon dioxide. The alloy is also attractive for pumps and propeller shafts as well as for high-strength fasteners and hydraulic couplings in marine applications subject to corrosion, pitting and crevice attack in seawater.