The differences between Inconel 600 plates and Alloy 601 plates
The differences between Inconel 600 plates and Alloy 601 plates
Inconel 600 alloy plates offer broad corrosion resistance and good weldability, while Inconel 601 plates, with the addition of aluminum, exhibit superior high-temperature oxidation resistance, better resistance to carburization/sulfidation, and higher high-temperature strength. Therefore, 601 thick plates are ideal for furnace components and thermal cycling applications, while 600 plates are suitable for general chemical processing and marine environments, especially where chloride stress corrosion cracking is a concern.
Is Inconel 601 magnetic?
Inconel 601 sheet is a non-magnetic nickel-chromium alloy with properties including high-temperature strength comparable to 18-8 alloys and high corrosion resistance to organic and inorganic corrosive agents. Inconel 601 sheet performs exceptionally well in temperatures ranging from cryogenic temperatures to 2000°F.
Inconel 600 plate is a sheet material rolled from a high-performance nickel-chromium-iron alloy (Inconel 600), renowned for its excellent strength retention at temperatures up to approximately 1150°C, and its superior resistance to oxidation and chloride ion stress corrosion cracking. It is specifically used in the manufacture of equipment linings, heat exchanger components, furnace structures, and reaction vessels that require resistance to extreme high temperatures and corrosive environments. It is a critical basic material for demanding applications in chemical, nuclear power, heat treatment, and aerospace industries, offering performance far superior to ordinary stainless steel, but at a correspondingly higher cost and with greater processing difficulty.
Inconel 601 plate is a sheet material rolled from a nickel-chromium-iron-aluminum strengthened alloy (Inconel 601). Its core characteristic is its unparalleled resistance to oxidation, carburization, and high-temperature sulfidation at extremely high temperatures up to approximately 1250°C, while maintaining good formability and weldability. It is designed for demanding environments where sheet materials are exposed to severe oxidizing-reducing atmospheres and thermal cycling, such as high-temperature heat treatment furnaces, industrial combustion systems, petrochemical cracking units, and aerospace hot-end components. It is a key material for manufacturing ultra-high-temperature components such as furnace linings, radiant tubes, and high-temperature fixtures.
inconel 600/601 Plate Specification
| Grade | Inconel 600 | UNS N06600, Inconel 601 | UNS N06601 |
| Standard | ASTM B168 / ASME SB168 |
| Thickness | 0.1mm To 12 mm |
| Size | 1000 mm x 2000 mm, 1220 mm x 2440 mm, 1500 mm x 3000 mm, 2000 mm x 2000 mm, 2000 mm x 4000 mm |
| Finish | Hot rolled plate (HR), Cold rolled sheet (CR), 2B, 2D, BA NO(8), SATIN (Met with Plastic Coated) |
| Form | Sheets, Plates, Coils, Slatting Coils, Perforated Coils, Foils, Rolls, Plain Sheet, Shim Sheet, Strip, Flats, Blank (Circle), Ring (Flange) |
| Hardness | Soft, Hard, Half Hard, Quarter Hard, Spring Hard etc. |
inconel 600/601 Plate Grade Specification
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| Inconel 600 | 2.4816 | N06600 | NCF 600 | NA 13 | МНЖМц 28-2,5-1,5 | NC15FE11M | NiCr15Fe |
| Inconel 601 | 2.4851 | N06601 | NCF 601 | NA 49 | XH60BT | NC23FeA | NiCr23Fe |
inconel 600/601 Plate Chemical Composition
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | Cu | Fe | Ni | Cr |
| Inconel 600 | 0.15 max | 1.00 max | 0.50 max | 0.015max | 0.50 max | 6.00 – 10.00 | 72.00 min | 14.00 – 17.00 |
| Inconel 601 | 0.10 max | 1.00 max | 0.50 max | 0.015max | 1.00 max | Balance | 58.0 – 63.0 | 21.0 – 25.0 |
Applications of Inconel alloy 600/601 plates
Our Inconel 600/601 plates and sheets are widely used in various industries and fields. The following are some examples of application areas:
Petrochemical industry
Oil and gas industry
Chemical industry
Power plants
Energy industry
Pharmaceutical industry
Paper industry
Food processing industry
Aerospace industry
Refining industry
Why Choose Gnee as Your Nickel-Based Alloy Supplier
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All stainless steel products are packaged using the following methods:
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About Gnee Steel
Gnee Steel is a professional manufacturer of nickel-based alloys, including Nickel 201, Nickel 202, Hastelloy C-276, Hastelloy C-22, Hastelloy B, Hastelloy C-4, Inconel 600, Inconel 625, Inconel 718, Inconel X-750, Incoloy 800, Incoloy 800H/HT, Incoloy 825, Monel 400, Monel K500, and other high-temperature alloy materials. We specialize in the production and sales of alloy materials. Gnee Steel's products are widely used in aerospace, chemical, power generation, automotive, nuclear energy, and other fields, and we can provide customized alloy material solutions according to customer needs. For inquiries about alloy material prices or customized alloy material solutions, please feel free to contact us via email at ss@gneemetal.com for a quote.
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