Inconel 600
Inconel 600 is a nickel-chromium-iron alloy combining corrosion resistance with useful strength and oxidation resistance at elevated temperature. Its high nickel content also provides resistance to many reducing environments.
Inconel 600 Information
Inconel 600 is a nickel-chromium-iron alloy combining corrosion resistance with useful strength and oxidation resistance at elevated temperature. Its high nickel content also provides resistance to many reducing environments.
Metallic winding and compatible ring components where service conditions are suitable.
| UNS Number | N06600 |
|---|---|
| Common Product Specification | ASTM B168 |
| Material Type | Ni-Cr-Fe heat- and corrosion-resistant alloy |
| Common / Applicable Specification | ASTM B168 (plate/sheet/strip) |
| Typical Gasket Use | Metallic winding and compatible ring components where service conditions are suitable. |
Inconel 600 Chemical Composition
Reference composition limits are shown below. Exact requirements should be confirmed against the applicable product specification and certified material documentation.
| Element / Constituent | Symbol | Composition / Information |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel + Cobalt | Ni+Co | 72.0 min. |
| Chromium | Cr | 14.0–17.0 |
| Iron | Fe | 6.0–10.0 |
| Carbon | C | 0.15 max. |
| Manganese | Mn | 1.00 max. |
| Silicon | Si | 0.50 max. |
| Copper | Cu | 0.50 max. |
| Sulfur | S | 0.015 max. |
Inconel 600 Mechanical Properties
Reference room-temperature properties are shown for a commonly supplied condition. Exact requirements depend on product form, size, heat treatment and governing specification.
| Property | Reference Value | Unit / Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | ≈550 min. | MPa |
| 0.2% Offset Yield Strength | ≈205 min. | MPa |
| Elongation | ≈30 min. | % |
Values shown are engineering reference data, not universal design allowables. Final procurement and design must use the governing specification, exact product form/condition and certified material test documentation.
Inconel 600 Physical & Service Information
Reference physical properties and service considerations relevant to material selection for Spiral Wound Gaskets.
| Density | Approx. 8.47 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Structure | Austenitic nickel-base alloy |
| Oxidation Behaviour | Good oxidation resistance at elevated temperature. |
| Corrosion Behaviour | Useful resistance in many neutral and reducing environments; service-specific testing may be required. |
| Heat Treatment | Normally annealed; not precipitation hardened. |
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