Inconel 601 (Alloy 601, UNS N06601) Wire Description:
Inconel alloy is a family of nickel-chromium superalloys and a trademark of Special Metals Corporation. Inconel 601 is resistant to high-temperature oxidation. The alloy also has good resistance to aqueous corrosion, has high mechanical strength, and is readily formed, machined, and welded.
Other trade names: Alloy 601, UNS N06601, W.Nr. 2.4851, Nickel 601, Pyromet 601, Nicrofer 601, Nickelvac 601, Ferrochronin 601
Inconel 601 (Alloy 601, UNS N06601) Wire Specification:
Metal Type: UNS N06601
Weld Wire: FM 82, AWS A 5.14 ERNiCrFe-11
Wire: ASTM B166, ASME SB 166, DIN 17753, ISO 9724
Chemical Composition, %
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Ni |
Cr |
C |
Mn |
Si |
S |
Fe |
Max |
63.0 |
25.0 |
0.10 |
1.0 |
1.0 |
0.015 |
Bal |
Min |
58.0 |
21.0 |
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Inconel 601 (Alloy 601, UNS N06601) Wire Applications:
- Steam Generators:
- Employed in the tubing and components of steam generators, especially in nuclear and thermal power plants, where its resistance to high-temperature oxidation and corrosion by steam is crucial for efficiency and longevity.
- Refractory Anchors, Strand Annealing, and Radiant Tubes:
- Used in the manufacture of refractory anchors and as a material for strand annealing and radiant tubes in heat treatment furnaces, due to its excellent oxidation resistance and ability to maintain structural integrity at high temperatures.
- Superheaters:
- Ideal for superheater tubes in power generation plants, where it withstands the extreme temperatures and pressures encountered, ensuring reliable operation and extended service life.
- Fabricated Combustion Chambers:
- Utilized in the construction of combustion chambers, particularly in aerospace and industrial applications, where its resistance to oxidation at elevated temperatures is essential for maintaining performance under rigorous conditions.
- Thermal Reactors in the Exhaust System of Petrol Engines:
- Applied in thermal reactors within the exhaust systems of petrol engines to handle high-temperature gases, reducing emissions by promoting efficient combustion, thanks to its high-temperature corrosion resistance.
- Electronic Parts:
- Used in the production of electronic components where high conductivity and resistance to oxidation are necessary, ensuring durability and reliability in electronic devices and systems.