AL 600™ Nickel-Base Alloy, UNS N06600,DIN 2.4816; 1

### **Product Datasheet: AL-600™ / INCONEL® 600 (UNS N06600)** **A Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloy for High-Temperature and Corrosion-Resistant Applications** --- #### **1. Overview** **AL-600™**, commercially known as **INCONEL® 600**, is a nickel-chromium-iron alloy designed to withstand high temperatures and corrosive environments. The alloy combines excellent mechanical properties with good corrosion resistance, making it suitable for applications ranging from cryogenic temperatures to 1175°C (2150°F). The alloy's high nickel content provides resistance to chloride-ion stress-corrosion cracking, while the chromium content offers resistance to sulfur compounds and oxidizing environments. Its versatility has made it a standard material in aerospace, chemical processing, and heat treatment industries. --- #### **2. Chemical Composition (Typical Weight %)** | Element | Content (%) | Role in the Alloy | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Nickel (Ni)** | Balance (~72.0) | Provides resistance to reducing environments and forms the matrix | | **Chromium (Cr)** | ~14.0-17.0 | Confers resistance to oxidizing environments and sulfur compounds | | **Iron (Fe)** | ~6.0-10.0 | Provides solid solution strengthening | | **Manganese (Mn)** | ≤ 1.0 | Improves hot workability | | **Copper (Cu)** | ≤ 0.5 | Residual element | | **Carbon (C)** | ≤ 0.15 | Enhances high-temperature strength | | **Silicon (Si)** | ≤ 0.5 | Residual element | | **Sulfur (S)** | ≤ 0.015 | Kept low to prevent hot cracking | --- #### **3. Physical Properties (Typical)** | Property | Value / Condition | | :--- | :--- | | **Density** | 8.47 g/cm³ (0.306 lb/in³) | | **Melting Range** | 1354-1413 °C (2470-2575 °F) | | **Thermal Expansion Coefficient** | 13.3 μm/m·°C (20-100°C) | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 14.8 W/m·K (at 100°C) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 214 GPa (31×10⁶ psi) | | **Electrical Resistivity** | 1.19 μΩ·m | | **Magnetic Response** | Essentially non-magnetic | --- #### **4. Mechanical Properties (Annealed Condition)** **Room Temperature Properties:** * **Tensile Strength**: 550-690 MPa (80-100 ksi) * **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)**: 240-415 MPa (35-60 ksi) * **Elongation**: 35-55% **Elevated Temperature Performance:** Maintains good strength and oxidation resistance up to 1175°C (2150°F) **Low Temperature Performance:** Excellent mechanical properties at cryogenic temperatures --- #### **5. Corrosion Resistance** AL-600 demonstrates excellent corrosion resistance in various environments: * **High-Temperature Applications**: Resists oxidation and carburization at elevated temperatures * **Chloride Environments**: Resists stress-corrosion cracking in chloride-containing solutions * **Acid Services**: Good resistance to organic acids and alkaline solutions * **Water Corrosion**: Excellent performance in high-purity water and steam * **Industrial Atmospheres**: Resists corrosion in chemical plant environments --- #### **6. Product Applications** **Aerospace Industry:** * Jet engine components * Thermal processing equipment * Rocket engine parts **Heat Treatment Industry:** * Furnace muffles and retorts * Radiant tubes and baskets * Heat treatment fixtures **Chemical Processing:** * Furnace components * Chemical and food processing equipment * Nuclear reactor components **Other Applications:** * Electrical heating elements * Heat exchangers and condensers * Chemical transportation barrels --- #### **7. International Standards** * **UNS**: N06600 * **DIN/Werkstoff Nr.**: 2.4816 * **ASTM/ASME Specifications**: * **ASTM B-168 / ASME SB-168**: Plate, Sheet, and Strip * **ASTM B166**: Rod and Bar * **ASTM B167**: Seamless Pipe and Tube * **Aerospace Material Specification**: * **AMS 5540**: Sheet, Strip, and Plate * **Additional Certifications**: * ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code * ISO 6208 for wrought nickel alloys * Various international nuclear standards --- **Technical Note:** The information provided represents typical values and characteristics. Actual properties may vary based on manufacturing processes, heat treatment, and specific product form. For critical applications, consult the most recent edition of relevant material specifications and manufacturer's technical data. *INCONEL is a registered trademark of Special Metals Corporation. AL-600 is understood to be a related trademark for this alloy composition.*

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 3380 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.