Alloy 600，Inconel 600 Plate，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 Plate / UNS N06600 – Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloy Plate** **Product Overview** Inconel 600 Plate (UNS N06600) is a nickel-chromium-iron alloy plate product that offers exceptional resistance to high temperatures, corrosion, and oxidation. This plate material maintains excellent mechanical properties from cryogenic temperatures up to 2000°F (1093°C) and demonstrates superior performance in aggressive environments, including resistance to chloride stress corrosion cracking, making it ideal for pressure vessels, heat treatment equipment, and chemical processing applications. --- **Chemical Composition (ASTM B168)** | Element | Content (%) | |----------------|----------------| | **Nickel (Ni)** | 72.0 min | | **Chromium (Cr)**| 14.0–17.0 | | **Iron (Fe)** | 6.0–10.0 | | **Manganese (Mn)**| 1.0 max | | **Copper (Cu)** | 0.5 max | | **Carbon (C)** | 0.15 max | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.5 max | | **Sulfur (S)** | 0.015 max | *The high nickel content provides resistance to chloride stress corrosion cracking, while chromium offers excellent oxidation resistance at elevated temperatures.* --- **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 (Plate – Annealed Condition)** | Property | Room Temperature | 1000°F (538°C) | 1500°F (816°C) | |-----------------------------|------------------|----------------|----------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 620 MPa (90 ksi) | 520 MPa (75 ksi)| 240 MPa (35 ksi)| | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 240 MPa (35 ksi) | 195 MPa (28 ksi)| 110 MPa (16 ksi)| | **Elongation in 2"** | 40% | 35% | 45% | | **Reduction of Area** | 55% | 50% | 60% | | **Hardness** | 70 HRB | 65 HRB | 55 HRB | **Hot Rolled Plate Properties** - **Tensile Strength**: 655–760 MPa (95–110 ksi) - **Yield Strength**: 310–415 MPa (45–60 ksi) - **Elongation**: 30–40% --- **Plate Specifications & Available Forms** **Plate Types** - Hot rolled plate - Annealed and pickled plate - Stress relieved plate - Checkered plate (special order) **Size Ranges** - **Thickness**: 5 mm to 150 mm (0.1875" to 6") - **Width**: Up to 1500 mm (60") - **Length**: Up to 6000 mm (240") **Surface Finish** - Hot rolled, annealed, and pickled - Mechanically descaled - Grinding and polishing available - No. 1 and No. 2B finishes available --- **Key Characteristics & Advantages** 1. **Excellent High-Temperature Strength** – Maintains mechanical properties up to 2000°F (1093°C) 2. **Superior Corrosion Resistance** – Outstanding performance in oxidizing and reducing environments 3. **Chloride Stress Corrosion Cracking Resistance** – Superior to stainless steels in chloride environments 4. **Oxidation and Carburization Resistance** – Excellent performance in high-temperature atmospheres 5. **Good Fabricability** – Can be welded, formed, and machined using standard techniques 6. **Non-Magnetic Properties** – Suitable for electronic and sensitive applications 7. **Cryogenic Toughness** – Maintains ductility and impact strength at sub-zero temperatures --- **Product Applications** **Chemical Processing Industry** - Pressure vessel fabrication - Reactor vessels and chambers - Heat exchanger shells - Column and tower sections - Storage tank construction **Heat Treatment Industry** - Furnace retorts and muffles - Heat treatment trays and baskets - Radiant tube sections - Roller hearth components - Annealing covers and bases **Aerospace & Defense** - Jet engine components - Rocket motor casings - Missile structural components - Aircraft exhaust systems - High-temperature fixtures **Nuclear Industry** - Reactor vessel internals - Fuel processing equipment - Waste storage containers - Shield wall components - Decontamination chambers **Power Generation** - Boiler components - Heat recovery systems - Turbine casings - High-temperature ducting - Steam generator parts --- **International Standards** | Standard Type | Standard Number | Specification | |---------------|-----------------|---------------| | **UNS** | **N06600** | Unified Numbering System | | **ASTM** | B168 | Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloy Plate, Sheet, and Strip | | **ASME** | SB168 | Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code | | **AMS** | 5540 | Aerospace Material Specification | | **DIN** | 2.4816 | German Standard | | **EN** | NiCr15Fe | European Standard | | **JIS** | NCF 600 | Japanese Industrial Standard | | **GOST** | ХН60ВТ | Russian Standard | --- **Fabrication & Processing** **Machining Guidelines** - **Cutting Speed**: 20–35 m/min (65–115 SFM) - **Feed Rate**: 0.15–0.25 mm/rev (0.006–0.010 IPR) - **Tool Material**: Carbide with positive rake angles - **Coolant**: Sulfur-free cutting fluids recommended - **Chip Control**: Use chip breakers to prevent work hardening **Welding Characteristics** - **Weldability**: Excellent with proper procedures - **Methods**: GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, SAW - **Filler Metals**: ENiCrFe-2, ENiCrFe-3 - **Preheat**: Not required - **Post-Weld Heat Treatment**: Generally not necessary **Forming Operations** - **Cold Forming**: Good capability with proper techniques - **Hot Forming**: 1600–2250°F (870–1230°C) - **Minimum Bend Radius**: 2T for annealed material - **Springback**: Allow for approximately 15° compensation --- **Heat Treatment** **Solution Annealing** - **Temperature**: 1600–1950°F (870–1065°C) - **Time**: 1 hour per inch of thickness minimum - **Cooling**: Rapid air cool or water quench - **Atmosphere**: Bright annealing for scale-free surface **Stress Relieving** - **Temperature**: 1100–1400°F (595–760°C) - **Time**: 1–2 hours per inch of thickness - **Cooling**: Air cool to room temperature --- **Quality Assurance & Testing** **Standard Testing** - Chemical analysis verification - Tensile testing at room temperature - Hardness testing - Impact testing (when specified) - Dimensional verification **Non-Destructive Testing** - Ultrasonic testing per ASTM A578 - Liquid penetrant examination - Magnetic particle testing - Radiographic examination (for welds) **Certification Requirements** - Mill Test Certificates per EN 10204 3.1 - Chemical analysis certificates - Mechanical test reports - Heat treatment records - NDE reports as specified --- **Corrosion Resistance Performance** **Excellent Resistance To** - Fresh and sea water corrosion - Chloride stress corrosion cracking - Oxidation up to 2000°F (1093°C) - Carburizing atmospheres - Neutral and alkaline salt solutions **Good Resistance To** - Nitric acid at all concentrations - Phosphoric acid solutions - Organic acids and compounds - Caustic alkaline solutions - High-temperature sulfur compounds --- **Technical Specifications** **Pressure Vessel Applications** - **ASME Section VIII**: Div. 1 and Div. 2 - **Design Stress Values**: Per ASME Section II, Part D - **Welding Procedures**: ASME Section IX qualified - **NDE Requirements**: Per applicable code sections **Dimensional Tolerances** - **Thickness Tolerance**: ±5% standard - **Flatness**: 5 mm per meter maximum - **Length/Width**: ±3 mm standard tolerance --- **Packaging & Handling** **Standard Packaging** - Wooden crates with protective coating - Plastic or paper interleaving - Weather-proof wrapping - Clear identification and heat number labeling **Storage & Handling** - Store in clean, dry conditions - Protect from carbon steel contamination - Use separate storage from other metals - Employ proper lifting equipment for heavy plates --- **Conclusion** Inconel 600 Plate (UNS N06600) offers an outstanding combination of high-temperature strength, exceptional corrosion resistance, and excellent fabrication characteristics in plate form. Its superior resistance to chloride stress corrosion cracking, oxidation, and carburization makes it ideal for pressure vessels, heat treatment equipment, chemical processing components, and high-temperature structural applications. Available in various thicknesses and sizes with comprehensive international certification, Inconel 600 plate provides engineers and fabricators with a reliable material solution for demanding applications where performance, safety, and longevity are critical 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 1720 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.