inconel 600 chemical composition
Nickel Alloy 600, also sold under the brand name Inconel 600, is a unique nickel-chromium alloy renowned for its oxidation resistance at high temperatures. This alloy has a wide range of applications, from low temperatures to high temperatures up to 2000°F (1093°C). Its high nickel content (minimum 72%) combined with its chromium content offers numerous advantages to users of Nickel Alloy 600.
Are Alloy 600 and Inconel 600 the same alloy?
Alloy 600, also known as Inconel 600, is a nickel-chromium alloy renowned for its excellent resistance to high-temperature corrosion and oxidation. It belongs to the Inconel series of alloys, which are known for their superior performance in harsh environments.
Inconel 600 is primarily composed of at least 72% nickel, 14-17% chromium, and 6-10% iron, with other elements like manganese, copper, and silicon limited to less than 1% each. It also contains a maximum of 0.15% carbon and 0.015% sulfur.
Chemical Composition of Inconel 600 (%)
| Element | Typical Composition (%) |
|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | ≥ 72.00 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 14.00 – 17.00 |
| Iron (Fe) | 6.00 – 10.00 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 1.00 |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.50 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.50 |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.15 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.015 |
| Cobalt (Co) | ≤ 1.00 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.04 |
| Niobium (Nb) | ≤ 1.00 |
| Titanium (Ti) | ≤ 0.50 |
| Tantalum (Ta) | ≤ 0.05 |
| Aluminum (Al) | ≤ 0.35 |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of super alloy 600 are outlined in the following table.
| Properties | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Density | 8.47 g/cm³ | 0.306 lb/in³ |
| Melting point | 1399°C | 2550°F |
Gnee Steel offers a wide range of Ni Alloy 600 in bars, strips, wires, forgings, plates, sheets, strips, tubes, and fittings. These products meet or exceed multiple standards including ASTM, ASME, SAE, AMS, BS, DIN, ISO, QQ, and MIL-DTL.
Material Specifications for Nickel-Chromium Alloys
| Product Form | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Rod, Bar, Wire and Forging Stock | ASTM B 166/ASME SB 166 |
| ASTM B 564/ASME SB 564 | |
| ASME Code Cases 1827 and N-253 | |
| SAE/AMS 5665 and 5687 | |
| BS 3075NA14 and 3076NA14 | |
| DIN 17752, 17753 and 17754 | |
| ISO 9723 | |
| 9724, and 9725 | |
| MIL-DTL-23229 | |
| QQ-W-390 | |
| Plate, Sheet and Strip | ASTM B 168/ASME SB 168 |
| ASTM B 906/ASME SB 906 | |
| ASME Code Cases 1827 and N-253 | |
| SAE/AMS 5540 | |
| BS 3072NA14 and 3073NA14 | |
| DIN 17750 | |
| ISO 6208 | |
| EN 10095 | |
| MIL-DTL-23228 | |
| Pipe and Tube | ASTM B 167/ASME SB 167 |
| ASTM B 163/ASME SB 163 | |
| ASTM B 516/ASME SB 516 | |
| ASTM B 517/ASME SB 517 | |
| ASTM B 751/ASME SB 751 | |
| ASTM B 775/ASME SB 775 | |
| ASTM B 829/ASME SB 829 | |
| ASME Code Cases 1827 | |
| N-20, N-253, and N-576 | |
| SAE/AMS 5580 | |
| DIN 17751 | |
| ISO 6207 | |
| MIL-DTL-23227 |
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