Alloy 600 sheet (UNS N06600) is a solid-solution nickel-chromium-iron alloy. Its microstructure is face-centered cubic, exhibiting excellent performance over a wide temperature range from cryogenic temperatures to 1095°C. This alloy is resistant to oxidation at high temperatures and can withstand attack from a variety of corrosive media. HT PIPE is a inconel alloy 600 sheet supplier with 15+ export experience. Contact us for more information and quotes for free!
alloy n06600 plate Chemical Composition
- Nickel (Ni): ≥72%
- Chromium (Cr): 14-17%
- Iron (Fe): 6-10%
- Carbon (C): ≤0.15%
- Manganese (Mn): ≤1.0%
- Sulfur (S): ≤0.015%
- Silicon (Si): ≤0.5%
- Copper (Cu): ≤0.5%
uns n06600 sheet Typical mechanical properties
- Tensile strength: 550-690 MPa
- Yield strength (0.2% offset): 240-450 MPa
- Elongation: 30-45%
- Hardness: Rb 65-90
inconel 600 plate physical properties
- Density: 8.47 g/cm³
- Melting point range: 1370-1425°C
- Coefficient of thermal expansion (20-100°C): 13.3 µm/m·°C
- Thermal conductivity (100°C): 14.9 W/m·K
alloy 600 sheet Corrosion Resistance
- High resistance to chloride stress corrosion cracking.
- Resistant to dry chlorine and hydrogen chloride corrosion at high temperatures.
- Effectively resists corrosion from sodium hydroxide and other alkaline solutions.
- Performance in high-temperature, high-pressure water, suitable for nuclear reactor environments.
- Varying degrees of corrosion resistance to organic and inorganic acids, performing particularly well in weakly oxidizing acids.
inconel n06600 plate Processing and Manufacturing
- Cold working: This material has a high work hardening rate, intermediate annealing can restore ductility.
- Hot Working: Heating temperature range is 870-1230°C, followed by solution heat treatment.
- Welding: Tungsten inert gas welding (TIG), metal inert gas welding (MIG), and manual arc welding can be used. Matching welding materials are ENiCrFe-3 or AWS A5.14 ERNiCr-3.
- Heat Treatment: Standard heat treatment involves holding at 870-980°C followed by rapid cooling to achieve optimal corrosion resistance.
- Machining: Carbide tools are recommended, using heavy feed rates and slow speeds.
astm alloy 600 Main Application Areas
- Chemical Processing: Used in the manufacture of heaters, distillers, evaporators, and equipment for handling hot concentrated alkaline solutions.
- Aerospace: Engine components, exhaust systems.
- Nuclear Industry: Nuclear reactor components, due to its low corrosion rate in high-temperature, high-pressure water.
- Heat Treatment Industry: Used in the manufacture of furnace chambers, muffles, and radiant tubes.
- Power Industry: Gas turbine components, thermocouple protection tubes.
- Food Processing: Equipment components in contact with food, due to its corrosion resistance and non-contaminating properties.
inconel 600 strip Thickness Tolerance
Hot-rolled plates: For plates with a thickness ≥4.75mm, the tolerance is usually within ±5% to ±7%, depending on the thickness and width.
Cold-rolled plates/sheets: Higher precision for sheets with a thickness of 0.5mm-3.0mm, the tolerance can be controlled to ±0.05mm to ±0.15mm.
alloy 600 sheet Width and Length Tolerances
Usually positive tolerances, such as +10mm, depending on the cutting method (shearing or flame cutting) and plate size.
inconel n06600 plate Economics and Sustainability
Alloy 600 is a relatively high-value material. Its economic benefits are reflected in the long service life and low maintenance costs of the equipment. When selecting materials, a full life-cycle cost assessment should be performed.
Alloy N06600 contains a high proportion of nickel and chromium, which makes its initial cost higher, but its value in preventing unplanned downtime and production losses is significant. From a sustainability perspective, nickel-chromium alloys are fully recyclable, and used equipment retains a high residual value.
