Comparison of Inconel 600 and Inconel 601 sheet metal
Comparison of Inconel 600 and Inconel 601 sheet metal
Due to its higher aluminum content, Inconel 601 exhibits superior high-temperature oxidation resistance compared to Inconel 600, making it more suitable for applications such as furnace tubes and petrochemical processing. While Inconel 600 has a higher nickel content, making it suitable for general corrosive environments, Inconel 601, with its higher chromium content and greater mechanical strength, is the preferred material for extreme high-temperature environments.
Is Inconel 600 magnetic?
Inconel 600 is non-magnetic, possesses excellent mechanical properties, combining high strength with good machinability and ease of welding. The 600 alloy exhibits cold-forming characteristics generally similar to chromium-nickel stainless steel.
Difference Between Inconel 600 Plate and 601 Alloy Plate
Chemical Composition
| Element | Inconel Alloy 600 | Inconel Alloy 601 |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | 72-76% | 58-63% |
| Chromium (Cr) | 14-17% | 22-26% |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance | Balance |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | None | None |
| Carbon (C) | ≤0.15% | ≤0.10% |
| Aluminum (Al) | None | 1.0-1.5% |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Inconel Alloy 600 | Inconel Alloy 601 |
|---|---|---|
| Yield Strength (MPa) | 200 – 310 | 250 – 450 |
| Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa) | 450 – 700 | 550 – 750 |
| Elongation (%) | 30% (min) | 30% (min) |
| Hardness (Rockwell B) | 80-100 | 85-95 |
High-Temperature Performance
| Feature | Inconel Alloy 600 | Inconel Alloy 601 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Temperature | Up to 1,900°F (1,038°C) | Up to 2,100°F (1,149°C) |
| Oxidation Resistance | Good | Excellent |
| Creep Resistance | Moderate | Very good |
alloy 600 and alloy 601 High-Temperature Performance
| Property (800°C) | Inconel 600 | Inconel 601 |
|---|---|---|
| Max. Service Temp. | ≤925°C | ≤1100°C |
| Tensile Strength | ~260 MPa | ~350 MPa |
| Creep Rupture Life | Medium (<2,000h) | >5,000h |
| Oxidation Resistance | Moderate | Exceptional |
601 Inconel and 600 inconel sheet Fabrication & Economics Diffenence
| Factor | Inconel 600 | Inconel 601 |
|---|---|---|
| Weldability | Easy (30-45% elongation) | Controlled heat input required |
| Cold Formability | Better (lower yield strength) | Moderate (higher strength) |
| Plate Cost | Baseline | +15-20% (high Cr/Al content) |
| Replacement Cycle | 3-5 years (oxidizing env.) | 8-15 years (same conditions) |
| 5-Year TCO | ~$2.8M (illustrative) | ~$1.8M (saves $1M+) |
Why Choose Gnee as Your Nickel-Based Alloy Supplier
✅ Over 18 years of export experience, products sold to more than 80 countries
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📦 Packaging and Shipping
All stainless steel products are packaged using the following methods:
Wooden pallets or crates
Moisture-proof packaging
Labels with furnace number, standard, and size labels
Shipped worldwide by sea, air, or express
Gnee Steel is a supplier of Inconel 600 alloy, offering a wide range of products including: seamless pipe (sizes: 4-219 mm; thickness: 0.5-20 mm); welded pipe (sizes: 5.0-1219.2 mm; thickness: 0.5-20 mm); plates (thickness: 0.1 to 100 mm; width: 10-2500 mm); strips; alloy round bars (diameter: 3-800 mm); flat bars (thickness: 2-100 mm; width: 10-500 mm); hexagonal bars (size: 2-100 mm); wire rods; and extruded profiles. We collaborate with steel mills to provide our customers with Inconel 600 alloy products that meet or exceed numerous leading industry standards, including ASTM, ASME, SAE, AMS, ISO, DIN, EN, and BS standards.
Gnee Steel stocks and sells Inconel 600, pipes, plates, strips, round bars, flat bars, forged billets, hexagonal steel, wire rods, and extruded profiles. Please feel free to contact us at ss@gneesteel.com for a quote.
