Alloy 600，Inconel 600 Forgings，UNS N06600，EFORU

British Specs:BS 3072 BS 3073 BS 3074 BS 3075 BS 3076 NA14，American Specs:AMS 5580 (Tube *) AMS 5540 Sheet, Strip and Plate AMS 5665 Bar and Forgings AMS 5687 Wire QQ-W-390，German Specs:WS 2.4816,AFNOR NC15Fe

### **Alloy 600 / Inconel 600 Forgings / UNS N06600 – Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloy Forgings** **Product Overview** Inconel 600 Forgings (UNS N06600) are high-integrity components manufactured through controlled forging processes from nickel-chromium-iron alloy. These forgings offer superior mechanical properties, enhanced grain structure, and improved reliability compared to cast or fabricated components. The forging process ensures optimal grain flow orientation, resulting in exceptional strength, toughness, and resistance to high-temperature corrosion, making them ideal for critical applications in aerospace, chemical processing, and nuclear industries. --- **Chemical Composition (ASTM B564)** | Element | Content (%) | |----------------|----------------| | **Nickel (Ni)** | 72.0 min | | **Chromium (Cr)**| 14.0–17.0 | | **Iron (Fe)** | 6.0–10.0 | | **Manganese (Mn)**| 1.0 max | | **Cu (Cu)** | 0.5 max | | **Carbon (C)** | 0.15 max | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.5 max | | **Sulfur (S)** | 0.015 max | *The forging process enhances the material's inherent corrosion resistance and high-temperature strength through grain refinement and directional properties.* --- **Physical Properties** | Property | Value | |-------------------------------|---------------------------------| | **Density** | 8.47 g/cm³ (0.306 lb/in³) | | **Melting Range** | 1354–1413°C (2470–2575°F) | | **Electrical Resistivity** | 103 μΩ·cm (at 21°C) | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 14.9 W/m·K (at 100°C) | | **Mean Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 13.3 μm/m·°C (20–100°C) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 214 GPa (31,000 ksi) | | **Magnetic Permeability** | <1.01 (Essentially non-magnetic)| --- **Mechanical Properties (Forgings – Solution Annealed)** | Property | Room Temperature | 1000°F (538°C) | 1500°F (816°C) | |-----------------------------|------------------|----------------|----------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 655–860 MPa | 550–720 MPa | 240–380 MPa | | | (95–125 ksi) | (80–105 ksi) | (35–55 ksi) | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 310–550 MPa | 250–450 MPa | 110–195 MPa | | | (45–80 ksi) | (36–65 ksi) | (16–28 ksi) | | **Elongation in 2"** | 30–45% | 25–40% | 35–55% | | **Reduction of Area** | 45–65% | 40–60% | 50–70% | | **Hardness** | 75–95 HRB | 70–90 HRB | 60–80 HRB | | **Impact Strength (Charpy V-Notch)** | 75–125 J | 60–100 J | 40–80 J | --- **Forging Types & Manufacturing Processes** **Forging Methods** - **Open-Die Forgings**: Custom shapes and large components - **Closed-Die Forgings**: High-precision complex geometries - **Rolled Rings**: Circular components with radial grain flow - **Press Forgings**: Uniform deformation and controlled strain rates **Available Forging Forms** - Bars and shafts - Flanges and fittings - Valve bodies and components - Pump casings and impellers - Turbine wheels and discs - Special shaped components **Size Capabilities** - **Weight Range**: Up to 10,000 lbs (4,500 kg) - **Dimensions**: Custom sizes per drawing requirements - **Complexity**: Simple to highly complex geometries - **Tolerances**: Commercial and precision grades available --- **Key Characteristics & Advantages** 1. **Superior Grain Structure** – Forging process aligns grain flow with component shape 2. **Enhanced Mechanical Properties** – Improved strength, ductility, and fatigue resistance 3. **Excellent High-Temperature Performance** – Maintains properties up to 2000°F (1093°C) 4. **Outstanding Corrosion Resistance** – Superior performance in aggressive environments 5. **Reduced Defects** – Elimination of porosity and inclusions 6. **Improved Reliability** – Consistent properties throughout the component 7. **Non-Magnetic Properties** – Essential for specialized applications --- **Product Applications** **Aerospace & Defense** - Jet engine components - Turbine shafts and discs - Rocket motor cases - Missile structural parts - Aircraft landing gear components **Chemical Processing** - High-pressure valve bodies - Pump shafts and impellers - Reactor vessel components - Mixer and agitator shafts - High-temperature fasteners **Nuclear Industry** - Reactor core components - Control rod drive mechanisms - Nuclear vessel flanges - Fuel handling equipment - Radiation shield components **Power Generation** - Turbine blades and wheels - Generator components - High-pressure steam parts - Heat exchanger components - Boiler feed pump parts **Oil & Gas Industry** - Wellhead components - Christmas tree parts - Valve and fitting forgings - Downhole tool components - Subsea equipment parts --- **International Standards** | Standard Type | Standard Number | Specification | |---------------|-----------------|---------------| | **UNS** | **N06600** | Unified Numbering System | | **ASTM** | B564 | Nickel Alloy Forgings | | **ASME** | SB564 | Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code | | **AMS** | 5665 | Aerospace Material Specification | | **MIL** | MIL-F-21549 | Military Specification | | **DIN** | 2.4816 | German Standard | | **EN** | NiCr15Fe | European Standard | --- **Manufacturing Process & Quality Assurance** **Forging Process Stages** 1. **Material Selection**: Certified raw material with full traceability 2. **Heating**: Controlled furnace heating to 1600–2250°F (870–1230°C) 3. **Forging Operation**: Precision deformation under controlled conditions 4. **Heat Treatment**: Solution annealing and stress relieving 5. **Machining**: Final dimensional achievement 6. **Testing & Inspection**: Comprehensive quality verification **Heat Treatment Specifications** - **Solution Annealing**: 1600–1950°F (870–1065°C), rapid cool - **Stress Relieving**: 1100–1400°F (595–760°C), air cool - **Quenching**: Water or rapid air cooling - **Certification**: Full heat treatment documentation **Quality Control Procedures** - Ultrasonic testing per ASTM A388 - Liquid penetrant examination - Magnetic particle testing - Dimensional verification - Mechanical testing from prolongs - Macroetch examination --- **Technical Specifications** **Forging Quality Levels** - **Class 1**: Standard commercial quality - **Class 2**: Improved quality with additional testing - **Class 3**: Premium quality for critical applications - **Class 4**: Nuclear quality with extensive documentation **Grain Flow Requirements** - **Type 1**: Continuous grain flow in primary stress direction - **Type 2**: Modified grain flow for complex shapes - **Type 3**: Custom grain flow per specific requirements --- **Corrosion Resistance Performance** **Excellent Resistance To** - Oxidation up to 2000°F (1093°C) - Chloride stress corrosion cracking - Carburizing atmospheres - High-temperature steam - Neutral and alkaline salt solutions **Good Resistance To** - Nitric acid solutions - Organic compounds - Phosphoric acid environments - Caustic alkaline solutions - Marine atmospheres --- **Design & Engineering Support** **Design Considerations** - **Grain Orientation**: Optimized for loading conditions - **Section Transitions**: Smooth radius transitions required - **Machining Allowance**: Appropriate stock for final machining - **Testing Provisions**: Incorporated for quality verification **Engineering Services** - **Design Optimization**: Forging design for manufacturability - **Process Simulation**: Finite element analysis available - **Material Selection**: Technical support for application requirements - **Quality Planning**: Comprehensive inspection planning --- **Certification & Documentation** **Standard Certification** - Mill Test Certificates per EN 10204 3.1/3.2 - Chemical analysis reports - Mechanical test certificates - Heat treatment records - Non-destructive examination reports - Material traceability documentation **Special Certifications** - **Nuclear**: ASME NCA-3800 requirements - **Aerospace**: NADCAP accreditation - **Marine**: ABS, DNV, LR approvals - **Military**: MIL standards compliance --- **Conclusion** Inconel 600 Forgings (UNS N06600) represent the highest quality form of this nickel-chromium-iron alloy, offering superior mechanical properties, enhanced reliability, and exceptional corrosion resistance. The forging process ensures optimal grain structure and directional properties, making these components ideal for the most demanding applications in aerospace, chemical processing, nuclear, and power generation industries. With comprehensive quality assurance, international certifications, and proven performance in extreme environments, Inconel 600 forgings provide engineers with a trusted solution for critical components where safety, reliability, and longevity are paramount requirements.

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 1724 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.