Inconel Alloy 601 Material Information Introduction
Inconel Alloy 601 Material Information Introduction
Inconel 601 (UNS N06601) is a high-performance nickel-chromium alloy with added aluminum, renowned for its exceptional resistance to high-temperature oxidation and corrosion, as well as its excellent mechanical strength at elevated temperatures (up to approximately 2000°F/1093°C). It forms a stable and adherent oxide layer, making it ideal for demanding applications in industrial furnaces, petrochemicals, power generation, aerospace (e.g., gas turbines), and pollution control (e.g., exhaust systems). Its good workability allows for standard forming, welding, and machining techniques similar to those used for stainless steel.
What are the uses of Inconel 601?
The properties of INCONEL 601 alloy make it widely used in heat treatment, chemical processing, pollution control, aerospace, and power generation. 601 alloy is a common structural material for various heat treatment equipment.
Inconel 601 Chemical Composition
| Element | Composition (%) |
|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | 58.0 – 63.0 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 21.0 – 25.0 |
| Iron (Fe) | 7.7 – 17.4 |
| Aluminum (Al) | 1.00 – 1.70 |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.10 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 1.00 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.50 |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 1.00 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.015 |
Inconel 601 Standards
| Standard | Description / Product Form |
|---|---|
| ASTM B167 | Seamless Pipe & Tube |
| ASTM B751 | Welded Tube |
| ASTM B906 | Plate, Sheet and Strip |
| ASTM B829 | Seamless Pipe & Tube |
| ASTM B366 | Welded Fittings |
| AWS A5.14 | ERNiCrFe-11 (Filler Metal) |
| ASTM B775 | Welded Pipe |
| ASTM B166 | Rod, Bar and Wire |
| ASTM B516 | Welded Tube |
| ASTM B168 | Plate, Sheet and Strip |
Physical properties of Inconel 601 alloy
| Density | g/cm3 | 8.11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| lb/in.3 | 0.293 | ||
| Melting Range | °F | 2480 - 2571 | |
| °C | 1360 - 1411 | ||
| Specific Heat | Btu/lb-°F | 0.107 | |
| J/kg-°C | 448 | ||
| Permeability at 200 oersted | 76°F (24°C) | 15.9 kA/m | 1.003 |
| -109°F (-78°C) | 15.9 kA/m | 1.004 | |
| -320°F (-196°C) | 15.9 kA/m | 1.016 | |
| Curie Temperature | °F | -320 | |
| °C | -196 | ||
Mechanical properties of Inconel 601
| Form and Condition | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) |
Elongation, % |
Hardness, Rb |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ksi | MPa | ksi | MPa | |||
| ROD and BAR | ||||||
| Hot-Finished | 85-120 | 585-825 | 35-100 | 240-690 | 60-15 | 65-95 |
| Annealed | 80-115 | 550-790 | 30-60 | 205-415 | 70-40 | 60-80 |
| PLATE | ||||||
| Annealed | 80-100 | 550-690 | 30-45 | 205-310 | 65-45 | 60-75 |
| SHEET | ||||||
| Cold-Rolled | 115-190 | 790-1310 | 100-175 | 690-1205 | 20-2 | - |
| Annealed | 85-100 | 585-690 | 30-50 | 205-345 | 55-35 | 65-80 |
| STRIP | ||||||
| Cold-Rolled | 115-190 | 790-1310 | 100-175 | 690-1205 | 20-2 | - |
| Annealed | 85-100 | 585-690 | 30-50 | 205-345 | 55-35 | 65-80 |
| TUBE and PIPE | ||||||
| Cold-Drawn & Annealed | 80-110 | 550-760 | 30-60 | 205-415 | 65-35 | 70-95 |
| WIRE | ||||||
| Cold-Drawn | 120-205 | 825-1415 | 100-195 | 690-1345 | 20-3 | - |
| Annealed | 90-115 | 620-790 | 35-70 | 240-480 | 45-35 | - |
| ALL FORMS | ||||||
| Solution-Treated | 75-110 | 515-760 | 25-55 | 160-380 | 75-40 | 55-95 |
Corrosion Resistance of Inconel 601
Alloy 601 contains large amounts of nickel and chromium, along with aluminum, giving it excellent resistance to high-temperature corrosion.
Particularly noteworthy is its outstanding oxidation resistance at temperatures up to 2200°F (1200°C). Due to the presence of chromium and aluminum, Alloy 601 exhibits unique resistance to oxide scale spalling under cyclic thermal stress conditions.
Applications of INCONEL Alloy 601
INCONEL alloy 601 is widely used in critical areas across various industries due to its exceptional performance:
Aerospace: Gas turbine components, combustion chamber liners, and heat exchangers in aircraft engines.
Chemical Industry: Reaction vessels, furnaces, and equipment for handling corrosive chemicals.
Heat Treatment: Annealing and carburizing fixtures, radiant tubes, and muffles in industrial heat treatment furnaces.
Power Generation: Boiler components, superheater tubes, and steam reformer tubes in power plants.
Petrochemicals: Catalyst support grids, thermocouple sheaths, and burner components in petrochemical refineries.
Advantages of INCONEL Alloy 601
High Temperature Resistance: Maintains excellent mechanical properties and oxidation resistance at temperatures up to 1250°C (2280°F).
Corrosion Resistance: Resists oxidation, carburization, and nitridation in harsh environments, including both oxidizing and reducing conditions.
Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications due to its robust mechanical properties, thermal stability, and resistance to environmental degradation.
Why Choose Gnee as Your Nickel-Based Alloy Supplier
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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 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.
