Short answer: Cryogenic service needs metals that stay tough at very low temperature – 304/316L stainless, 9% nickel steel and 5083 aluminum – so buyers specify impact-tested material for LNG and storage; our Stainless Steel Supplier en Corrosion Resistance Guide give the supporting detail.
At a Glance
Toughness at Low Temperature
Stainless Steel Supplier en Steel Plate Supplier grades are chosen by impact test, with the property basis in our Sterkte vergelijking.
Aluminum and Nickel Steels
LNG and structural cold service use Aluminum Supplier en Nickel Alloy Supplier, with corrosion notes in our Corrosion Resistance Guide; a quick spec summary is below.
| Service | Rang | Temp |
|---|---|---|
| LNG | 9% Ni | -196 C |
| Pipe | 316L | -200 C |
| Frame | 5083 Al | -165 C |
Testing and Certification
Specify charpy impact at service temperature, with tests in our Quality Inspection Guide and certification in our Mill Test Certificate Guide.
Procurement Tips
Buy impact-tested, traceable material and pack with our Export Packing Guide.
Get a Quote
Tell HXSCO your requirements and we will respond with a competitive quote and lead time.
Veelgestelde vragen
9% nickel steel and 304/316L stainless.
Yes – it stays ductile below -200 C.
5083 for tanks and structures.
Low-expansion instrumentation at cold temp.
Yes – charpy data at service temperature.
Supply Cryogenic Metals from HXSCO
HXSCO supplies 304/316L stainless, 9% nickel steel, 5083 aluminum and Invar for cryogenic service. Send grade, temp and quantity for a quote.