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1. Basic Overview
- Inconel 600 (N06600): Ni-Cr-Fe alloy, excellent corrosion & heat resistance, non-magnetic, good creep strength.
- Inconel 601 (N06601): Improved high-temperature oxidation & carburization resistance with Al addition.
2. Chemical Composition (wt%, typical)
| Element | Inconel 600 (N06600) | Inconel 601 (N06601) |
|---|
| Ni | 72.0 min | 60.0 min |
| Cr | 14.0–17.0 | 21.0–25.0 |
| Fe | 6.0–10.0 | Balance |
| Al | — | 1.0–1.7 |
| C | ≤0.15 | ≤0.10 |
| Mn | ≤1.0 | ≤1.0 |
| Si | ≤0.5 | ≤0.5 |
3. Mechanical Properties (Annealed, Room Temperature)
| Property | Inconel 600 | Inconel 601 |
|---|
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 550 MPa | ≥ 600 MPa |
| Yield Strength | ≥ 240 MPa | ≥ 240 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥ 30% | ≥ 30% |
| Density | 8.47 g/cm³ | 8.11 g/cm³ |
Key Features
- Inconel 600:Excellent resistance to chloride SCC, good oxidation up to 1150°C,good corrosion in neutral/alkaline environments.
- Inconel 601:Superior oxidation & carburization resistance,excellent high-temperature stability,good mechanical properties at elevated temps.
Typical Applications
- Furnace parts, heat treatment fixtures, thermocouple sheaths
- Petrochemical, chemical processing, gas turbine components
- Heat exchangers, catalyst tubes, industrial heating equipment