Product Code : NI-NI09-CU-CU
Alloy 601,Inconel 601,UNS N06601is available in Bar (Round bar, Flat bar), Ribbon, Wire, Rods, Tube, Pipe, Foil, Plate, Sheet, Strip and Forging Stock.
**Product Data Sheet: Alloy 601 / Inconel 601 (UNS N06601)**
**1. Overview** Alloy 601 (UNS N06601), commercially known as Inconel 601, is a nickel-chromium alloy with added aluminum and silicon that provides exceptional resistance to high-temperature oxidation and other corrosive environments. The alloy exhibits excellent mechanical strength and resistance to thermal shock, cyclic oxidation, and carburizing atmospheres. It is particularly valued for applications involving high temperatures up to 1250°C (2280°F).
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**Product Data Sheet: Alloy 601 / Inconel 601 (UNS N06601)**
**1. Overview** Alloy 601 (UNS N06601), commercially known as Inconel 601, is a nickel-chromium alloy with added aluminum and silicon that provides exceptional resistance to high-temperature oxidation and other corrosive environments. The alloy exhibits excellent mechanical strength and resistance to thermal shock, cyclic oxidation, and carburizing atmospheres. It is particularly valued for applications involving high temperatures up to 1250°C (2280°F).
**Product Data Sheet: Alloy 601 / Inconel 601 (UNS N06601)**
**1. Overview** Alloy 601 (UNS N06601), commercially known as Inconel 601, is a nickel-chromium alloy with added aluminum and silicon that provides exceptional resistance to high-temperature oxidation and other corrosive environments. The alloy exhibits excellent mechanical strength and resistance to thermal shock, cyclic oxidation, and carburizing atmospheres. It is particularly valued for applications involving high temperatures up to 1250°C (2280°F).
**2. International Standards**
- **ASTM Standards**: B168 (Plate), B166 (Bar), B167 (Tube), B163 (Pipe)
- **ASME Standards**: SB-168, SB-166, SB-167, SB-163
- **AMS Standards**: AMS 5540 (Sheet/Strip)
- **EN/DIN Standards**: 2.4851 (EN), NiCr23Al (DIN)
- **Other**: UNS N06601
**3. Chemical Composition (wt%)**
| Element | Min. | Max. |
|----------------|--------|--------|
| Nickel (Ni) | 58.0 | 63.0 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 21.0 | 25.0 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance| Balance|
| Aluminum (Al) | 1.0 | 1.7 |
| Silicon (Si) | - | 0.5 |
| Manganese (Mn) | - | 1.0 |
| Copper (Cu) | - | 1.0 |
| Carbon (C) | - | 0.10 |
| Sulfur (S) | - | 0.015 |
**4. Physical Properties**
| Property | Value |
|-------------------------------|---------------------------------|
| Density | 8.11 g/cm³ (0.293 lb/in³) |
| Melting Point | 1370-1425°C (2500-2600°F) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 11.2 W/m·K (at 100°C) |
| Electrical Resistivity | 1.18 μΩ·m (at 20°C) |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 14.2 μm/m·°C (20-100°C) |
| Magnetic Permeability | Essentially non-magnetic |
**5. Mechanical Properties (Typical Annealed Condition)**
| Property | Value |
|-------------------------------|---------------------------------|
| Tensile Strength | 655-895 MPa (95-130 ksi) |
| Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) | 275-620 MPa (40-90 ksi) |
| Elongation (in 50 mm) | 30-55% |
| Hardness (Rockwell B) | 75-95 HRB |
**6. High-Temperature Properties**
- Maximum operating temperature: 1250°C (2280°F)
- Excellent resistance to cyclic oxidation
- Good resistance to carburizing and sulfidizing atmospheres
- Maintains strength at elevated temperatures
**7. Product Forms**
- Plate, Sheet, Strip
- Bar, Rod, Wire
- Seamless and Welded Tubes/Pipes
- Forgings and Fasteners
**8. Applications**
- **Heat Treatment**: Furnace muffles, radiant tubes, retorts, baskets
- **Chemical Processing**: Catalyst grids, thermocouple protection tubes
- **Aerospace**: Combustion cans, afterburner components
- **Power Generation**: Heat exchangers, superheater tubes
- **Industrial**: Waste incineration systems, salt pots
**9. Corrosion Resistance**
- Outstanding resistance to high-temperature oxidation
- Excellent resistance to carburization and nitridation
- Good resistance to sulfur-containing atmospheres
- Resists chloride stress corrosion cracking
- Good performance in oxidizing acids
**10. Fabrication Notes**
- **Welding**: Excellent weldability using TIG, MIG, SMAW (ERNiCr-3/ENiCrFe-3)
- **Machining**: Use slow speeds, heavy feeds, sharp tools with positive rake
- **Hot Working**: Forge at 1050-1200°C (1920-2200°F)
- **Cold Working**: Good ductility but requires intermediate annealing
**11. Special Characteristics**
- Aluminum content forms protective oxide scale at high temperatures
- Excellent resistance to thermal shock and cyclic oxidation
- Good creep-rupture strength at elevated temperatures
- Suitable for both oxidizing and reducing atmospheres
Packing of Alloy 601,Inconel 601,UNS N06601
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 1632 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.
