inconel 601 temperature limits
inconel 601 temperature limits
The continuous service temperature limit for Inconel 601 is approximately 1250°C, with the main limitation being the need to maintain stable oxidation resistance, carburization resistance, and sulfidation resistance at these extreme temperatures; short-term use is possible up to approximately 1315°C, but mechanical strength will decrease significantly. This alloy performs best in the intermediate to high-temperature range of 540°C to 1150°C and is suitable for demanding conditions involving alternating oxidation and reduction. It is a key material for handling ultra-high temperature corrosive environments, but prolonged exposure between 480°C and 815°C should be avoided to prevent embrittlement.
What is the maximum operating temperature of Inconel 600?
The hot working temperature range for Inconel 600 alloy is 1600–2250°F (870–1230°C). Heavy working requires temperatures in the range of 1900–2250°F (1040–1230°C), while light working can be performed at temperatures as low as 1600°F (870°C).
Inconel 601 exhibits excellent high-temperature performance, with oxidation resistance up to 2200°F (1200°C) while maintaining its strength. Its typical continuous operating temperature range is from cryogenic temperatures up to 2000°F (1093°C), but the specific limits depend on the applied stress, environment, and whether the loading is non-cyclic. Therefore, it is ideally suited for furnaces, heat exchangers, and aerospace components.
| Inconel 601 Chemical Composition Requirements | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ni | Cr | C | Mn | Si | S | Fe | |
Max | 63.0 | 25.0 | 0.10 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.015 | Bal |
Min | 58.0 | 21.0 | |||||
| Inconel 601 mechanical property requirements | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ultimate Tensile | Yield Strength (0.2% OS) | Elong. in 2 in., or 50mm or 4D, min., % | R/A | Hardness | |
Cold Worked/Annealed | |||||
Min | 80 KSi | 30 KSi | 30 | ||
Max | |||||
Min | 550 MPa | 205 MPa | |||
Max | |||||
Hot Worked/Annealed | |||||
Min | 80 KSi | 30 KSi | 30 | ||
Max | |||||
Min | 550 MPa | 205 MPa | |||
Max | |||||
Inconel 601 Alloy Key Temperature Limitations:
Oxidation Resistance: Withstands temperatures up to 2200°F (1200°C) due to the formation of a stable and adherent oxide layer.
Continuous Use: Can be used continuously at temperatures up to 2000°F (1093°C).
Cyclic Use: Exhibits excellent resistance to thermal shock and oxide scale spalling.
Hot Working: Optimal working temperature range is 1900°F-2250°F (1040°C-1230°C) for heavy deformation, but processing should be avoided in the 1200°F-1600°F (650°C-870°C) temperature range.
Low to High Temperature: Can be used in a temperature range from -300°F (-184°C) to 2000°F (1093°C).
Important Considerations:
Environment: Avoid strong reducing or sulfur-containing environments, as these will degrade its performance.
Applications: Usage limitations vary depending on the application; consult relevant data for specific load and thermal cycling conditions in aerospace, power generation, and chemical processing industries.
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Gnee Steel is a supplier of inconel 601 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 601 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 601, 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.
