A Comprehensive Guide to Elbow Materials: Scientific Selection from Carbon Steel to Special AlloysElbows, as indispensable connecting and turning components in pipeline systems, have their material selection directly influencing the safety, durability and economy of the entire system. In numerous fields such as petrochemicals, power energy, municipal engineering, and food and medicine, elbows of different materials each play their roles, undertaking crucial tasks such as medium transportation, pressure bearing and flow direction control. This article will systematically analyze the main material classifications of elbows, deeply explore the performance characteristics, applicable scenarios and selection points of each material, providing you with a comprehensive scientific selection guide. I. Core Logic and Selection Criteria for Elbow Material Classification Before delving into specific materials, it is necessary to understand the basic logic of the classification of elbow materials and the core considerations for selection. The choice of material is essentially a balance of multiple performance requirements: mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, temperature adaptability, processing performance, and economic cost. Pressure grade determines strength requirements: High-pressure pipeline systems need to use high-strength materials, such as alloy steel or thick-walled stainless steel;