Zirconium Hex Nuts
Commercially pure zirconium screws, also known as zirconium 702, are most well-known for their superior corrosion resistance in some of the harshest environments that include:
| • Hydrochloric Acid | • Sulfuric Acid | • Formic Acid | • Nitric Acid | • Acetic Acid |
It is also a metal that offers industry unique properties. It does not absorb neutrons, making it ideal for use in nuclear power and at low temperatures it is superconductive, making it ideal for super magnets.
Hydrochloric Acid Resistance
What makes Zirconium screws particularly useful to industry is their resistance to hydrochloric acid where they exhibit a corrosion rate of less than 5mpy at all concentrations and temperatures in excess of the boiling point. Even in 37% HCI, Zirconium screws do not begin to show substantial corrosion until 130°C (266°F). This performance is unmatched by any other engineering metal or alloy with the exception of tantalum. To give you a point of reference, Hastelloy C276 will experience 288 mpy (mils per year) of corrosion in just 10% HCl at the boiling point while Zirconium screws will have a nil corrosion rate even when aerated. As a result, Zirconium screws are most beneficial when used is in hydrochloric acid processes with temperatures above the boiling point and in the absence of oxidizing impurities.
General Acid Resistance
In addition to its impressive performance in hydrochloric acid, in sulfuric acid, Zirconium screws are resistant to temperatures well above boiling and at acid concentrations up to 70%. Only one other metal, tantalum, is equal to zirconium in nitric acid, where zirconium can be used in all concentrations up to 90% and temperatures up to 200°C. Zirconium is also resistant to most organic media and is considered one of the most corrosion resistant materiala in virtually all acetic acid solutions.
For strong acids and severe corrosion
Good mechanical & physical properties
Excellent corrosion resistance (HCl and H2SO4 iso-corrosion curves)
Zirconium 702 / 705: Grades, chemistry, specs
Datasheet for Zirconium
When Zirconium Does Not Perform
Zirconium is known for its tough resistance to acid corrosion, but there are instances that it is not recommended to use Zirconium. Though aeration does not affect the resistance of Zirconium screws, even small amounts of oxidizing media such as ferric or cupric chlorides will greatly decrease its corrosion resistance. This often occurs from upstream equipment that carry corrosion contaminants into the zirconium equipment, making process control of upstream equipment critical in maintaining the corrosion resistance of Zirconium. In addition, acid in the presence of oxidizing halide contaminants and can accelerate the rate of attack on Zirconium screws even at low concentrations. Use of Zirconium screws in the presence of fluoride ions is also not recommended, even at low concentrations.
Applications
• Nuclear industry utilize Zirconium screws for its inability to absorb neutrons
• Zirconium has been used for decades in over 20 years in dye manufacturing for its incredible corrosion resistance and inertness.
• Chemical processing plants often utilized Zirconium in the production of polymers that utilize strong acids .
• Commonly used with nitric acid for the production ammonium nitrate for fertilizers.
Resources: Zirconium Torque Specs
Zirconium Nut Styles: Hex Nuts, Lock Nuts
Custom Availability
Diameter sizes: Standard #00 – 4” in diameter / Metric M1.2 – M100
Threads: UNC, UNF, UNJ, UNR, Rolled,Cut
Minimum Volume – Typically 10pcs, depending on size and stock
Custom to print
Zirconium Fastener Styles
| Zirconium Screws | 12 Point Screws Button Head Cap Screws Flat Head Screws Hex Head Cap Screws Pan Head Screws Security Screws Set Screws Socket Head Cap Screws Vented Screws | • DIN 603 / ISO 8677 • DIN 912 / ISO 4762 • DIN 913 / ISO 4026 • DIN 914 / ISO 4027 • DIN 915 / ISO 4028 • DIN 916 / ISO 4029 • DIN 921 • DIN 931 / ISO 4014 • DIN 933 / ISO 4017 • DIN 961 / ISO 8676 • DIN 965 / ISO 7046 • DIN 966 / ISO 7047 • DIN 7991 / ISO 10642 • DIN 7380 / ISO 7380 • DIN 84 / ISO 1207 • DIN 85 / ISO 1580 • DIN 34822 • DIN 34821 • DIN 7504 / ISO 15480 • DIN 7984 • DIN 963 / ISO 2009 |
| Zirconium Bolts | Hex Head Bolts Shoulder Bolts Wedge Anchor Bolts | • DIN 931
• DIN 933
• ISO 4014
• ISO 4017
• ISO 7370 |
| Zirconium Nuts | Hex Nuts Lock Nuts | • DIN 439 / ISO 4035
• DIN 934 / ISO 4032
• DIN 985 / ISO 7040
• DIN 986
• DIN 980 / ISO 7042 / ISO 19513
• DIN 6923 / ISO 4161 |
| Zirconium Studs/Rod | Studs Threaded Rod Weld Studs | • DIN 975
• DIN 976 |
| Zirconium Washers | Flat Washers Lock Washer | • DIN 125 / ISO 7089 / ISO 7090
• DIN 126 / ISO 7091
• DIN 127 / ISO 7090
• DIN 9021 / ISO 7093 |
| Zirconium Hose Clamps | Medium Duty Hose Clamps |
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Zirconium Screws
12 Point Screws | Zirconium 12 point screws allow for higher torque to be applied than a socket head cap screw or head head bolt, however they are be less economical due to the complex head design. Available in 1/4" or larger sizes. | • IFI-115
• MIL SPEC
• DIN 34822
• DIN 34821 |
Button Head Cap Screws | Zirconium button head screws offer a wide clamping area and low profile. They are best for fastening material that is too thin to counter bore. | • ASME B18.3
• ASME 18.3.4M
• DIN 7380 / ISO 7380 |
Flat Head Screws | Zirconium flat head screws are most commonly offered in an 82° countersink angle, but can be customized to other angles from 60° -120° and are designed to be flush with the surface. Available in slotted and socket drivers. Phillips, 6-lobe, torx and tamperproof drivers in Zirconium flat head screws can be made require special manufacturing. | • ASME B18.3
• ASME B18.3.6
• DIN 963 / ISO 2009
• DIN 965 / ISO 7046
• DIN 7991 / ISO 10642 |
Hex Head Cap Screws | Zirconium hex head cap screws offer the added washer face to the bolt head which is lacking on a hex bolt and tighter dimensional tolerances. Ideal for a high clamping force applications with ease of access. Generally availabe in #2 - 1/2" sizes and metric sizes. | • ASME B18.6.3
• DIN 931 / ISO 4014
• DIN 933 / ISO 4017
• DIN 961 / ISO 8676 |
Pan Head Screws | Zirconium pan head screws offer a rounded top are best used for small diameter faster needs. Offered in slotted and they are ideal for low torque applications. | • ASME B18.6.3
• DIN 7985
• DIN 921
• DIN 85 / ISO 1580
• DIN 84 / ISO 1207
(cheese head)
• DIN 966 / ISO 7047
(raised counter sunk) |
Security Screws | Unique driver designs offer these Zirconium screws resistance to unwanted tampering or removal due to the fact that they cannot be removed using an ordinary driver. Zirconium security screws are available in several different drive styles, as well as custom per print. |
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Set Screws | Zirconium set screws are available in cup, cone, flat, dog and half-dog points. Set screws have no head and are equiped with a socket or slotted driver at one end. | • ASME B18.3
• DIN 913 / ISO 4026
• DIN 914 / ISO 4027
• DIN 915 / ISO 4028
• DIN 916 / ISO 4029 |
Socket Head Cap Screws | Zirconium socket head cap screws are ideal for limited access situations where there is little clearance around the screws. They offer a safe, reliable and economic solution. | • ASMET B18.3
• DIN 912 / ISO 4762
• DIN 7984 |
Vented Screws | Zirconium vented screws are best for vacuum environments because the hole drilled through its axis (from head through threads) allow gases and other contaminents to vent. Zirconium vented screws are available in any style. |
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Zirconium Bolts
Hex Head Bolts | Zirconium hex bolts are similar to hex head cap screws but without the added washer face. They are ideal for high clamping force applications with ease access. | • ASME B18.2.1
• DIN 931 / ISO 4014
• DIN 933 / ISO 4017 |
Shoulder Bolts | Zirconium shoulder bolts are made up of a head, shoulder and threaded segment. The smooth shoulder section allows for rotating parts. Typically available with socket drivers. | • ASME
• DIN 7379 / ISO 7379
• ISO 7370 |
Wedge Anchor Bolts | Zirconium wedge anchor bolts offer a safe secure fastening solution for attaching equipment and other materials to concrete in corrosive environments. |
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Zirconium Nuts
Hex Nuts | Zirconium hex nuts are available in a variety of styles including finished hex nuts, jam nuts and heavy hex nuts. | • ASME B18.16.3
• ASME B18.2.2
• DIN 439 / ISO 4035
• DIN 934 / ISO 4032
• DIN 986 |
Lock Nuts | Zirconium lock nuts are available in all metal and polymer insert styles. All-metal lock provide even load distribution and can be used at high temperatures. Polymer insert styles are more economical and are best for temperatures under than 350°F. | • ASME B18.16.3M
• DIN 980 / ISO 7042 /
ISO 19513
• DIN 6923 / ISO 4161
• DIN 985 / ISO 10511 /
ISO 7040 |
Zirconium Studs & Threaded Rods
 Studs | Zirconium studs are fully threaded or partially threaded and made to custom lengths. | • ASME B18.31.2
• DIN 976 |
Threaded Rod | Zirconium threaded rod or all thread are available in lengths greater than 1 foot. Minimum order quantity is a total of 6 feet of length. | • ASME B1.1
• DIN 975 |
Weld Studs | Zirconium weld studs are available in both arc or capacitor discharge (CD) styles. Weld studs provide an extremely secure fastening solution when one side of the stud needs to be permanently fix to a part and the other side with the threads accessible. |
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Zirconium Washers
Flat Washers | Zirconium washers are most commonly offered in SAE sizes, but also availabe in USS, oversized and custom sizes upon request. | • ASME 18.21.1
• SAE / USS
• DIN 125 / ISO 7089 /
ISO 7090
• DIN 126 / ISO 7091 |
Lock Washers | Zirconium lock washers are offered as split lock washers. Belleville spring lock washers can also be made upon request. | • ASME B18.21.1
• DIN 127 / ISO 7090
• DIN 6796 / ISO 10690
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Zirconium Grades, Chemistry and Specifications
Zirconium 702
99.2% commercially pure zirconium with the highest corrosion resistance.
Zirconium 702 Specifcations: UNS R60702, ASTM B493 and B550, ASME SB493 and SB550 Rod (Bar), ASTM SB551, ASME SB551 Plate, Sheet and Strip
| Zirconium 702 | Zr | Fe/Cr |
| Typical% | >99.2 | 0.2 |
Zirconium 705
95.5% zirconium with the addition of 2-3% niobium. This addition increases the impact strength of the alloy.
Zirconium 705 Specifications: UNS R06705, ASTM B493 and B550, ASME SB493 and SB550 Rod (Bar)
| Zirconium 705 | Zr | Hf | Nb | Fe/Cr |
| Typical % | Bal | 4.5 | 2-3 | 0.20 |
Mechanical Properties
Zirconium Iso-Corrosion Curves
Studs
