Inconel 601

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Inconel 601


Inconel 601 is a nickel-chromium alloy used for applications that require resistance to corrosion and heat. This nickel alloy stands out due to its resistance to high temperature oxidation, remaining highly resistant to oxidation through 2200 F. Alloy 601 develops a tightly adherent oxide scale which resists spalling even under conditions of severe thermal cycling. This nickel alloy has good high temperature strength, and retains its ductility after long service exposure. It has good resistance to aqueous corrosion, high mechanical strength, and is readily formed, machined and welded. Inconel 601s properties make it a material of broad utility in fields like thermal processing, chemical processing, pollution control, aerospace, and power generation. However, alloy 601 is not suggested for use in strongly reducing, sulfur bearing environments.


In what form is Inconel 601 Available at Vessco Overseas.?


What are the characteristics of Inconel 601?

Outstanding oxidation resistance to 2200 F
Resists spalling even under severe thermal cycling conditions
Highly resistant to carburization
Good creep rupture strength
Metallurgical stability

Chemical Composition (%)


Ni Cr Al C Mn Si Fe
61.5 min 22.5 1.4 .05 0.3 max 0.2 max 14 max

In what applications is Inconel 601 used?

Chemical industry
Aerospace
Heat treating industry
Power generation
Heat treating muffles and retorts
Radiant tubes
Catalyst support grids in nitric acid production Steam superheater tube supports

ASTM Specifications


Pipe Smls Pipe Welded Tube Smls Sheet/Plate Bar Forging Fitting Wire
B167 B517 B167 B168 B166 B564 B366 B166

Mechanical Properties

Typical room temperature Tensile Properties of Annealed Material

Tensile (ksi) .2% Yield (ksi) Elongation (%)
80000 30000 35
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