Valve Materials

High-Performance Valves for Every Industrial Application

Zahid Industrial Links offers a wide selection of valve materials engineered to withstand the most demanding industrial environments. From carbon steel and stainless steel to special alloys like Hastelloy, Inconel, and Monel, our valves are manufactured in compliance with ASTM standards to ensure superior performance, corrosion resistance, and longevity. Whether your application involves extreme temperatures, high pressure, or aggressive media, our material guide helps you select the most suitable valve composition for reliable and efficient operation.

Valve Materials – Zahid Industrial Links

Valve Materials & Service Applications

Valve Casting Materials

ASTM Specification Common Designation Service Applications
ASTM A216 Grade WCB Carbon Steel Non-corrosive applications including water, oil, and gases at temperatures between -20°F (-30°C) and +800°F (+425°C)
ASTM A352 Grade LCB Low Temp Carbon Steel Low temperature applications to -50°F (-46°C). Not for use above +650°F (+345°C)
ASTM A352 Grade LCC Low Temp Carbon Steel Low temperature applications to -50°F (-46°C). Not for use above +650°F (+345°C)
ASTM A352 Grade LC1 Low Temp Carbon Steel Low temperature applications to -75°F (-59°C). Not for use above +650°F (+340°C)
ASTM A352 Grade LC2 Low Temp Carbon Low temperature applications to -100°F (-73°C). Not for use above +650°F (+340°C)
ASTM A352 Grade LC3 3 1/2% Nickel Steel Low temperature applications to -150°F (-101°C). Not for use above +650°F (+340°C)
ASTM A217 Grade WC6 1 1/4% Chrome 1/2% Moly Non-corrosive applications including water, oil, and gases at temperatures between -20°F (-30°C) and +1100°F (+593°C)
ASTM A217 Grade C9 2 1/4% Chrome Non-corrosive applications including water, oil, and gases at temperatures between -20°F (-30°C) and +1100°F (+593°C)
ASTM A217 Grade C5 5% Chrome 1/2% Moly Mild corrosive or erosive applications as well as non-corrosive applications at temperatures between -20°F (-30°C) and +1200°F (+649°C)
ASTM A217 Grade C12 9% Chrome 1% Moly Mild corrosive or erosive applications as well as non-corrosive applications at temperatures between -20°F (-30°C) and +1200°F (+649°C)
ASTM A487 Grade CA6NM 12% Chrome Steel Corrosive application at temperatures between -20°F (-30°C) and +900°F (+482°C)
ASTM A217 Grade CA15 13% Chrome Corrosive application at temperatures up to +1300°F (+704°C)
ASTM A351 Grade CF8M 316 SS Corrosive or extremely low or high temperature non-corrosive services between -450°F (-268°C) and +1200°F (+649°C). Above +800°F (+425°C)
ASTM A351 Grade CF8C 347 SS Primarily for high temperature, corrosive applications between -450°F (-268°C) and +1200°F (+649°C). Above +800°F (+425°C)
ASTM A351 Grade CF8 304 SS Corrosive or extremely high temperatures non-corrosive services between -450°F (-268°C) and +1200°F (+649°C)
ASTM A351 Grade CF3 304L SS Corrosive or non-corrosive services to +800°F (+425°C)
ASTM A351 Grade CF3M 316L SS Corrosive or non-corrosive services to +800°F (+425°C)
ASTM A351 Grade CN7M Alloy 20 Good resistance to hot sulfuric acid -51°F (-46°C) to +300°F (+150°C)
ASTM A990 Grade CN3MCu Alloy 20 (New) Good resistance to hot sulfuric acid -51°F (-46°C) to +300°F~800°F (+150°C~425°C)
ASTM A743 Grade M3-35-1 Monel Weldable grade. Good resistance to corrosion by all common organic acids and salt water. Also highly resistant to most alkaline solutions to 750°F (400°C)
ASTM A743 Grade N-12M Hastelloy B Well suited for handling hydrofluoric acid at all concentrations and temperatures. Good resistance to sulfuric and phosphoric acids to 1200°F (649°C)
ASTM A743 Grade CW-12M Hastelloy C Good resistance to strong oxidation conditions. Good properties at high temperatures. Good resistance to sulfuric acids to 1200°F (649°C)
ASTM A743 Grade CY-40 Inconel Very good for high temperature service. Good resistance to strongly corrosive media and atmosphere to 800°F (425°C)
ASTM B62 Bronze Water, oil, or gas 400°F (205°C). Excellent for brine and seawater service
ASTM B148 Nickel Aluminum Stronger than copper alloy, excellent for low temperature use as low as -190°C and marine use up to 316°C

Common Forged Valve Materials

ASTM Designation Description Common Service Recommendations Casting Comparison
A105 Carbon Steel General service such as oil, oil vapor, gas, steam, and water at temperatures -20°F to 1000°F (-28°C to 537°C) A216-WCB
A350-LF2 CL1 Low Temperature Carbon Steel Suitable for temperatures -50°F (-46°C) and not above 650°F (343°C) A352-LCB
A182-F11 CL2 1 1/4% Cr, 1/2% Mo Alloy Steel For high temperatures from -20°F (-28°C) to 1100°F (593°C) to minimize graphitization A217-WC6
A182-F22 CL3 2 1/4% Cr, 1% Mo Alloy Steel For services requiring greater strength than F11 at temperatures from -20°F (-28°C) to 1100°F (593°C) A217-WC9
A182-F5 5% Cr, 1/2% Mo Alloy Steel For corrosive/erosive refinery use requiring resistance at temperatures from -20°F (-28°C) to 1100°F (593°C) A217-C5
A182-F9 9% Cr, 1% Mo Alloy Steel For services involving media with higher sulfuric content to combat oxidation to 1100°F (593°C) A217-C12
A182-F304 18% Cr, 8% Ni Stainless Steel For corrosive services and atmospheres from -450°F (-268°C) to 1000°F (537°C) A351-CF8
A182-F316 18% Cr, 8% Ni, 2% Mo Stainless Steel For superior resistance to corrosion from -450°F (-268°C) to 1000°F (537°C) A351-CF8M

Special Forged Valve Materials

Material Description Service Recommendations
HASTELLOY Nickel Alloy Good high temperature properties. Excellent corrosion resistance in hydrochloric acid
INCONEL Nickel Alloy For high temperature service. Used for nuclear applications
MONEL Nickel-Copper Alloy For corrosive service up to 842°F (450°C). Resistant to sea water, acids, alkalis
TITANIUM Transition Metal Good resistance to corrosion together with low specific weight
ASTM A182 F20 Alloy 20 – Specialty Alloy For corrosive service such as hot sulfuric acid. Resists -49°F (-45°C) to 600°F (316°C)
ASTM A182 F51 Ferritic-Austenitic Stainless Steel Very high strength, resistance to corrosion, pitting, and stress corrosion in chloride media
ASTM A182 F44 Austenitic Stainless Steel Very high strength, high resistance to corrosion

Common Trim Materials

Trim Description Application
13% Cr, Type 410 Stainless Steel For oil and vapors and general services with heat-treated seats and wedges
13% Cr, Type 410 plus Hard-facing Universal trim for general service requiring long service life up to 1100°F (593°C)
Type 316 Stainless For liquids and gases which are corrosive to 410 stainless steel, up to 1000°F (537°C)
Monel For corrosive service to 842°F (450°C) such as acids, alkalis, salt solutions, etc.
Alloy 20 For corrosive service such as hot acids -49°F (-45°C) to 608°F (320°C)
NACE Specially treated 316 or 410 trim combined optionally with B7M Bolts and 2HM nuts to meet NACE MR-01-75 requirements
Full Stellite Full hard-faced trim, suitable for abrasive & severe services up to 1200°F (650°C)