Hastelloy X per GE B50A436 Nickel Alloy Sheet
GE B50A436 is a GE Aviation specification for Hastelloy X Sheet.
HASTELLOY X (UNS N06002) is a nickel-chromium-iron-molybdenum alloy that possesses an exceptional combination of oxidation resistance, fabricability and high-temperature strength. It has also been found to be exceptionally resistant to stresscorrosion cracking in petrochemical applications. X alloy exhibits good ductility after prolonged exposure at temperatures of 1200, 1400, 1600°F (650, 760 and 870°C) for 16,000 hours
Product Forms & Size Range
Fighter Jet Metals supplies Hastelloy X per GE B50A436 in precision-rolled sheet and coil forms suitable for high-temperature aerospace fabrication and forming operations.
Each batch is fully traceable and certified to GE Aviation requirements for aerospace production and maintenance programs.
HASTELLOY X per GE B50A436 Sheet Thicknesses range from 0.002″ to .150″ Thick.
What Is GE B50A436?
GE B50A436 outlines the engineering and quality control standards for Hastelloy X sheet used in General Electric aircraft engine components. The standard ensures the chemical composition, grain structure, heat treating, and testing of the alloy for consistent performance in high-temperature zones of the engine, including combustor liners, transition ducts, and exhaust assemblies.
Designers and engineers using the Hastelloy X alloy and specifying the GE B50A436 standard can be sure that the alloy conforms to the global standards of General Electric for its aircraft components in terms of mechanical properties, resistance to oxidation, and long service life under thermal shock and vibration.
Applications of HASTELLOY X per GE B50A436
Hastelloy X can be used in the construction of heat exchangers for power plants and other energy production facilities. Its good corrosion resistance makes it well-suited for use in environments where heat exchangers are exposed to corrosive gases or liquids.
Hastelloy X can also be used in the construction of boiler components, such as tubes and headers, that are exposed to high temperatures and corrosive environments.
The high temperature strength of Hastelloy X makes it well-suited for use in the construction of turbine blades for gas turbine engines.
Hastelloy X can be used in the construction of fuel cells, which are devices that convert chemical energy into electricity. Its corrosion resistance makes it well-suited for use in fuel cells that are exposed to corrosive gases.
Hastelloy X per GE B50A436 can be used in the construction of jet engine components, such as blades and vanes, that are exposed to high temperatures and corrosive environments.
Specifications
SHEET & PLATE
Covers Hastelloy X per AMS 5536, defining requirements for sheet, coil, and plate forms used in high-temperature aerospace and industrial components.
BARS & FORGINGS
Specifies Hastelloy X per AMS 5754, governing bars, forgings, and rings for critical service in gas turbines and heat-resistant applications.
GE AVIATION
Outlines GE’s internal standards for nickel-base alloys used in combustion zones, turbine assemblies, and exhaust components.
SNECMA / SAFRAN
Defines Safran’s material specifications for nickel alloys used in aircraft engines and high-temperature structural parts.
ROLLS ROYCE
Establishes requirements for Hastelloy X alloys utilized in Rolls-Royce aerospace and power generation systems.
OTHER SPECS
Includes additional proprietary and industrial standards covering corrosion- and heat-resistant nickel alloys for specialized applications.
Certified Material for Critical Service
All Hastelloy X per GE B50A436 material from Fighter Jet Metals is supplied with full test reports, heat numbers, and traceability in accordance with GE Aviation standards. We can align deliveries with additional OEM or aerospace project requirements where specified.
On request, we also coordinate dual certification with related specifications such as AMS 5536 or AMS 5754, integrating GE B50A436 sheet into broader nickel-alloy and stainless-steel packages for complex aerospace programs.