- Inconel 601 Flat
Inconel 601 Flat
Inconel Alloy 601 nickel-chromium-iron alloy is an engineering material for applications that require resistance to heat and corrosion. The major characteristic of Inconel 601 flat is its resistance to high-temperature oxidation. The alloy also has good resistance to aqueous corrosion, has high mechanical strength, and is readily formed, machined, and welded.
Chemical composition
GRADE | Ni | Cr | Si | C | Cu | Al | S | Fe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Inconel 601 | Min | 58 | 21 | – | – | – | 1 | BALANCE | |
Max | 63 | 25 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 1 | 1.7 | 0.015 |
Properties
Inconel 601 Alloy has superior creep rupture strength and it is extensively utilized in the environment that operates under high temperatures for extended periods. The main significance of these alloys is as it offers excellent resistance to oxidation and other kinds of corrosion conditions at elevated temperatures.
Mechanical Properties
Grade | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation |
|---|---|---|---|
[MPA] | [MPA] | (% in 50mm) min | |
Inconel 601 | 550 | 205 | 30 |
The substantial nickel and chromium contents of INCONEL alloy 601 in conjunction with its content of aluminum give the alloy superior resistance to high temperature corrosion mechanisms. By virtue of its contents of chromium and aluminum, alloy 601 offers unique resistance to oxide spalling under cyclic thermal conditions.
Physical properties
Grade | Density (g/cm3) | Melting Range °C | Thermal Expansion (μm/m/°C) | Specific Heat ( J/Kg.K) | Electrical Resistivity (μΩ.m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20-300°C | 0-100°C | ||||
Inconel 601 | 8.11 | 1360-1411 | 14.9 | 448 | 119 |
Inconel 601 flat is not embrittled by extended exposure to high temperatures During high-temperature exposure, alloy 601 forms an extremely protective and adherent oxide film on the surface of the material. In addition, a slight amount of internal oxidation occurs and provides higher chromium content in the surface oxide.
Application
- Chemical Processing
- Aerospace
- Heat treating industry
- Power generation
- Heat treating muffles and retorts
- Radiant tubes
- Catalyst support grids in nitric acid production
- Steam super heater tube supports
Shalco Industries is a manufacturing company of Flat in India and Global Supplier.