Inconel 600 Tube is designed following ASTM specifications, Inconel 600 is equivalent to UNS N06600. B167 UNS N06600 is nickel alloy for seamless tube and pipe in cold-worked annealed, hot-worked annealed, and hot-finished seamless manufacturing processes, B167 UNS N06600 tube is used for general corrosion-resistant and heat-resistant applications, B516 UNS N06600 is made for boiler, heat exchanger, and condenser tubes by an automatic welding process with no addition or filler metal and shall be furnished with the oxide removed, B517 UNS N06600 pipe is made by an automatic welding process in welded, cold-worked, and annealed conditions, pickled and bright annealed finish are available.
Inconel 600 is a nickel-based alloy widely used in various industrial applications for its excellent corrosion resistance and high-temperature strength. 600 Inconel is mainly composed of a minimum of 72% nickel, 4.0 – 17.0% chromium, and iron has excellent oxidation and heat resistance, and can maintain stable performance in high-temperature environments.
UNS N06600 Tube Specifications
| Standard | ASTM B517, B167, B516, B163 |
|---|---|
| Grade | UNS N06600, Inconel 600, Alloy 600 |
| Tube Type | Welded tube & pipe |
| Outside Diameter (OD): | NPS 3/8″ -36″ 10.3-914.4 mm |
| Wall Thickness | SCH5, SCH10, SCH40, SCH80 0.5 – 60 mm |
| Inspection Certificate | EN 10204 Type 3.1 (Mill Test Certificate), EN 10204 Type 3.2 (3rd Party Inspection) |
| Tests | Chemical analysis, Tensile test, Flattening test, Flange test, Nondestructive testing (NDT) |
Inconel 600 Chemical Composition
| Compostion | Value |
|---|---|
| Nickel | 72 min. |
| Chromium | 14.0 – 17.0 |
| Iron | 6.00 – 10.00 |
| Carbon | 0.15 max. |
| Manganese | 1.0 max. |
| Sulfur | 0.015 max. |
| Silicon | 0.50 max |
| Copper | 0.50 max. |
Inconel 600 Mechanical Properties
| Mechanical Properties | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength Min. Ksi(MPa) | 80(552) |
| Yield Strength(0.2% Offset)Min,Ksi(MPa) | 35(241) |
| Elongation In 2in. Or 50mm(Or 4D)Min. | 30% |
Inconel 600 Physical Properties
| Properties | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 8.47 g/cm3 |
| Electrical Resistivity | 10.3 Ohm-cm |
| Melting Point | 2470-2576 °F (1354-1413°C) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 14.8 W.m -1.°K-1 |
| Thermal Expansion | 12.4 μm/μm/°C |
| Hardness | 195 HB, max |
Inconel 600 Equivalent
- Inconel 600
- Alloy 600
- UNS N06600
- W. Nr./EN 2.4816
- DIN 2.4816
- AFNOR NC 15 Fe
Inconel 600 Properties
- High-temperature performance: Inconel 600 alloy can maintain excellent mechanical properties and stability in high-temperature environments, and can be used for a long time in the temperature range of -253℃ to 1100℃.
- Corrosion resistance: the alloy has good resistance to both oxidizing and reducing environments and can withstand the corrosion of chemical media such as nitric acid, phosphoric acid and acetic acid.
- Good mechanical strength: Inconel 600 alloy has high tensile strength, yield strength and elongation, as well as a low coefficient of thermal expansion, so that it can still maintain a stable structure at high temperatures and in harsh environments.
- Machinability: 600 Inconel alloy is easy to machine and weld and can be made into parts of various shapes and structures.
- Weldability: This alloy is weldable and can be joined using various welding techniques.
- Heat Treatment: 600 Inconel can be solution annealed to soften the material to improve its plasticity and toughness. Solution annealing temperatures range from 1040°C to 1204°C, followed by rapid cooling to obtain optimum corrosion resistance and mechanical properties.
- Low-Temperature Properties: Inconel 600 maintains good properties at low temperatures and is suitable for cryogenic applications up to -196°C.
- Non-magnetic: This alloy is non-magnetic and suitable for use in magnetic field-sensitive applications.
- Economical: Inconel 600 is among the more cost-effective of the high-temperature alloys, although the cost of high-temperature alloys is generally higher.
Inconel 600 Specifications:
- Plate: ASTM B 168/ASME SB 168, EN 10095
- Sheet: ASTM B 168/ASME SB 168, EN 10095
- Bar: ASTM B 166/ASME SB 166
- Pipe: ASTM B 167/ASME SB 167, ASTM B 516/ASME SB 516, ASTM B 517/ASME SB 517, ASTM B 775/ASME SB 775, ASTM B 829/ASME SB 829
- Tube: ASTM B 163/ASME SB 163, ASTM B 751/ASME SB 751
- Fitting: ASTM B366
- Wire: ASTM B 166/ASME SB 166
Inconel 600 Applications
- Aerospace field: 600 Inconel alloy is widely used in the aerospace field for engines, combustion chambers, turbine blades and other key components due to its excellent high-temperature performance and corrosion resistance.
- Chemical industry: The alloy can manufacture chemical equipment, reactors, heat exchangers, etc., to withstand high temperatures and corrosive chemical media.
- Nuclear industry: 600 Inconel alloy has good radiation resistance, and can be used for nuclear reactor internal heat exchangers, pipes and pumps and other key components.
- Oil and gas industry: The alloy can be used in high-temperature, high pressure and corrosive environments during oil and gas extraction, processing and transmission.
Inconel 600 Material Manufacturing
- Batching: According to the requirements of alloy composition, nickel, chromium, iron and other elements are dosed according to a certain proportion.
- Melting: The dosed raw materials are melted at high temperatures to obtain the liquid form of the alloy.
- Casting: The liquid alloy is poured into molds and the ingots of the alloy are obtained after cooling and solidification.
- Heat Treatment: The nuggets are heat-treated to adjust the organizational structure and properties of the alloy to achieve optimum serviceability.
- Processing: The alloy is processed to the required shape and size using appropriate processing methods, such as falsifying, rolling, drawing, etc., as needed.
As a high-performance nickel-based alloy with excellent corrosion resistance, high-temperature strength and good machinability, 600 Inconel plays a vital role in a number of industrial sectors.
