Alloy 601，Inconel 601 Other/Similar Specs，UNS N06601，EFORU

British Specs:，American Specs:AMS 5715 Bar and Forgings AMS 5870 Sheet, Strip and Plate ASTM B166 ASTM B167 ASTM B168 ASTM B751 ASTM B775 ASTM B829，German Specs:WS 2.4851

### **Alloy 601 / Inconel 601 (Other Product Forms & Similar Specifications) / UNS N06601** **Product Overview** Inconel 601 (UNS N06601) is available in numerous specialized product forms beyond standard mill products, offering exceptional versatility for demanding high-temperature applications. These specialized forms include wire mesh, expanded metal, perforated sheets, foil, and custom fabricated components. The alloy maintains its characteristic excellent high-temperature oxidation resistance, mechanical strength, and corrosion resistance across all product forms, serving diverse industrial applications where reliability in aggressive high-temperature environments is paramount. --- **Chemical Composition (Various International Standards)** | Element | Content (%) | |----------------|----------------| | **Nickel (Ni)** | 58.0–63.0 | | **Chromium (Cr)**| 21.0–25.0 | | **Iron (Fe)** | Balance | | **Aluminum (Al)**| 1.0–1.7 | | **Copper (Cu)** | 1.0 max | | **Manganese (Mn)**| 1.0 max | | **Carbon (C)** | 0.10 max | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.50 max | | **Sulfur (S)** | 0.015 max | *The consistent chemical composition across all product forms ensures uniform high-temperature performance characteristics and oxidation resistance properties.* --- **Physical Properties** | Property | Value | |-------------------------------|---------------------------------| | **Density** | 8.11 g/cm³ (0.293 lb/in³) | | **Melting Range** | 1320–1370°C (2410–2500°F) | | **Electrical Resistivity** | 118 μΩ·cm (at 21°C) | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 11.2 W/m·K (at 100°C) | | **Mean Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 14.2 μm/m·°C (20–100°C) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 200 GPa (29,000 ksi) | | **Magnetic Permeability** | <1.005 (Essentially non-magnetic)| --- **Mechanical Properties (Various Product Forms – Annealed Condition)** | Property | Wire Mesh & Cloth | Expanded Metal | Perforated Sheet | Foil (0.1mm) | |-----------------------------|-------------------|----------------|------------------|--------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 600–720 MPa | 580–700 MPa | 580–700 MPa | 550–680 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 240–330 MPa | 220–310 MPa | 220–310 MPa | 200–290 MPa | | **Elongation** | 30–45% | 35–50% | 35–50% | 25–40% | | **Hardness** | 70–90 HRB | 65–85 HRB | 65–85 HRB | 60–80 HRB | --- **Specialized Product Forms** **Wire Mesh & Wire Cloth** - **Weave Types**: Plain weave, twill weave, Dutch weave - **Mesh Sizes**: 2 to 400 mesh - **Wire Diameter**: 0.025 mm to 2.0 mm - **Applications**: High-temperature filtration, catalyst support, furnace curtains **Expanded Metal** - **Patterns**: Standard, flattened, decorative - **Thickness**: 0.5 mm to 6.0 mm - **Strand Width**: 0.5 mm to 10 mm - **Applications**: High-temperature grating, filters, reinforcement **Perforated Sheets** - **Hole Patterns**: Round, square, slot, custom designs - **Sheet Thickness**: 0.5 mm to 12 mm - **Hole Sizes**: 0.3 mm to 50 mm diameter - **Applications**: High-temperature screening, filtration, acoustic panels **Foil & Shim Stock** - **Thickness Range**: 0.025 mm to 0.5 mm - **Width Availability**: 50 mm to 300 mm - **Temper Conditions**: Annealed, hard, spring - **Applications**: High-temperature gaskets, shims, thermal management **Custom Fabrications** - **Manufacturing**: Laser cutting, waterjet cutting, welding, forming - **Forms**: Baffles, supports, custom brackets, assemblies - **Finishes**: Pickled, polished, passivated --- **Key Characteristics & Advantages** 1. **Versatile Product Range** – Available in numerous specialized forms for specific high-temperature applications 2. **Exceptional High-Temperature Strength** – Maintains mechanical properties up to 1250°C (2282°F) 3. **Superior Oxidation Resistance** – Outstanding performance in oxidizing atmospheres due to protective aluminum oxide scale 4. **Excellent Fabricability** – Can be woven, expanded, perforated, and fabricated using standard methods 5. **Good Thermal Fatigue Resistance** – Withstands cyclic temperature variations 6. **Resistance to Carburization and Nitriding** – Superior performance in aggressive atmospheres --- **Product Applications by Form** **Wire Mesh Applications** - High-temperature filtration systems - Catalyst support media in chemical reactors - Furnace curtains and radiation shields - Fuel and oil filters in high-temperature environments - Demister pads and mist eliminators **Expanded Metal Applications** - High-temperature platform grating - Filter support grids in thermal processors - Machine guards and screens for furnace applications - Architectural elements for high-temperature environments - Heat exchanger components **Perforated Sheet Applications** - High-temperature sieves and screens - Acoustic panels for hot gas streams - Decorative panels for elevated temperature applications - Filter plates and elements - Ventilation panels for high-temperature systems **Foil & Shim Applications** - High-temperature gaskets and seals - Precision shims and spacers for thermal equipment - Thermal management components - Instrumentation parts for high-temperature service - Sealing elements in furnace applications **Custom Fabrication Applications** - Heat exchanger components - Reactor internals for high-temperature service - Specialized brackets and supports - Custom filter assemblies - Process equipment parts for aggressive environments --- **International Standards & Equivalent Specifications** | Country/Region | Standard Designation | Equivalent Specifications | |----------------|----------------------|---------------------------| | **United States** | UNS N06601, ASTM B168 | AMS 5715 | | **Germany** | DIN 2.4851, W.Nr. 2.4851 | NiCr23Fe | | **United Kingdom** | BS 3075 NA 15 | Nickel Chromium 23% | | **France** | AFNOR NC23FeA, NF N 06601 | - | | **Japan** | JIS NCF 601, JIS H 4551 | - | | **China** | GB NS 313 | - | | **International** | ISO 6208 NiCr23Fe | - | --- **Special Processing & Heat Treatment** **Fabrication Guidelines** - **Forming**: Best performed in annealed condition - **Welding**: Use ENiCrFe-2 or ENiCrFe-3 filler metals - **Cutting**: Laser, waterjet, plasma, or mechanical methods - **Finishing**: Pickle in nitric-hydrofluoric acid mixture **Heat Treatment Options** - **Solution Annealing**: 1065–1175°C (1950–2150°F), rapid cool - **Stress Relieving**: 760–870°C (1400–1600°F) for 1–2 hours - **Bright Annealing**: Available for scale-free surfaces --- **Quality Assurance & Testing** **Standard Testing** - Chemical analysis verification - Mechanical property testing - Dimensional inspection - Surface quality assessment **Specialized Testing** - Mesh count and opening size verification - Porosity testing for filters - Flatness and straightness measurement - High-temperature oxidation testing **Certification Requirements** - Material test certificates - Heat treatment records - Compliance certificates to required specifications - Third-party inspection reports --- **Industry-Specific Applications** **Heat Treatment Industry** - Furnace radiant tubes and retorts - Heat treatment fixtures and baskets - Annealing line components - Carburizing furnace parts **Chemical Processing** - Catalyst support systems - Reactor internals - High-temperature ducting - Thermal oxidizer components **Power Generation** - Heat recovery systems - Combustion components - High-temperature filtration - Emission control systems **Aerospace & Defense** - Combustion chambers - Afterburner components - Thermal protection systems - High-temperature filters --- **Technical Specifications by Product Form** **Wire Mesh Specifications** - **Standards**: ASTM E2016, ISO 9044 - **Testing**: Mesh analysis, wire diameter verification - **Materials**: Inconel 601, Inconel 600, Inconel 625 **Expanded Metal Specifications** - **Standards**: ASTM F1267, ISO 8560 - **Testing**: Strand width, thickness verification - **Materials**: Inconel 601, Hastelloy X, RA 330 **Perforated Sheet Specifications** - **Standards**: ASTM E674, ISO 2194 - **Testing**: Hole size, pattern accuracy - **Materials**: Inconel 601, 310 Stainless Steel --- **Conclusion** Inconel 601 in specialized forms (UNS N06601) offers exceptional versatility while maintaining the alloy's characteristic high-temperature strength and excellent oxidation resistance. The availability in wire mesh, expanded metal, perforated sheets, foil, and custom fabrications enables innovative solutions across heat treatment, chemical processing, power generation, and aerospace industries. With comprehensive international standardization and proven performance in demanding high-temperature environments, these specialized product forms provide reliable, long-term solutions for critical applications where conventional materials may fail. The consistent quality and performance across all product forms make Inconel 601 a preferred choice for engineers and designers seeking reliable materials for aggressive high-temperature environments and demanding applications.

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 1738 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.