What is Inconel 601 tubing? Learn more in this guide.
What is Inconel 601 tubing? Learn more in this guide.
Inconel 601 tubing is a high-performance nickel-chromium-iron alloy designed for applications requiring excellent resistance to high-temperature oxidation and corrosion, as well as high mechanical strength. Its unique composition makes it a versatile material for use in harsh industrial environments.
What is Inconel 601 used for?
In industrial furnaces, this alloy is used to manufacture radiant tubes, muffles, distillation retorts, flame shields, wire annealing tubes, woven wire conveyor belts, chain curtains, burner nozzles, and resistance heating elements.
Inconel 601 tubing is an alloy product composed of nickel, chromium, and iron. These products are suitable for general engineering applications, particularly those requiring heat and corrosion resistance. Inconel 601 tubing is also suitable for acidic aqueous environments.
The microstructure of Inconel 601 tubing conforms to ASTM B516 standards, making it a reliable solution. Due to its special structure, Inconel 601 tubing possesses high metallurgical stability. Furthermore, Inconel 601 contains nickel as the base alloy element, combined with chromium. All these elements give Inconel 601 excellent corrosion resistance and high-temperature performance.
Specification of Inconel 601 Pipe
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Standards | ASTM B167, BS17 / ASME SB167, SB517 |
| Dimensional | ANSI/ASME B36.19M, ANSI/ASME B36.10M |
| Seamless Pipe Size | 1/2″ NB – 16″ NB |
| Welded Pipe Size | 1/2″ NB – 24″ NB |
| Outside Diameter | 6.00 mm OD up to 914.4 mm OD, Sizes up to 24″ NB available Ex-stock, OD Size Steel Tubes available Ex-stock |
| Pipe Type | Seamless / Welded / ERW / Fabricated / CDW / 100% X Ray Welded |
| Thickness Range | SCH 5, SCH10, SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 80S, SCH 160, SCH XXS, SCH XS |
| Pipes End | Plain End, Beveled End, Treaded One End, TBE (Treaded Both Ends) |
| Value Added Services | Cutting, Beveling, Polishing, Threading, Destructive, Non Destructive, Ultrasonic Testing |
Equivalent Grades of Inconel 601 Pipe
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel 601 | 2.4851 | N06601 | NCF 601 | NA 49 | XH60BT | NC23FeA | NiCr23Fe |
Price List of Inconel Alloy 601 Pipe
| Product Description | Price in India (INR) | Price in UK (GBP) | Price in UAE (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel 601 Pipe 38 mm OD 5 mm Thk | INR 7,034 | 76.18 GBP | 363.28 AED |
| Inconel 601 Pipe (1-1/2" x Sch. 40s x 2,000 L) | INR 31,984 | 346.41 GBP | 1,651.87 AED |
| Inconel 601 Seamless Pipe (32.8" OD x 1.6" WT x 6.00 L) | INR 35,613 | 385.72 GBP | 1,839.29 AED |
| Inconel 601 Pipe (3/4" x Sch. 10s x 2,000 L) | INR 12,632 | 136.82 GBP | 652.40 AED |
Schedule Chart of Inconel Alloy 601 Pipe
| Nominal Pipe Size (IPS) | Outer Diameter (O.D.) | Available Schedules (SCH) |
|---|---|---|
| 1/8" IPS | .405" O.D. | SCH 40, 80 |
| 1/4" IPS | .540" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80 |
| 3/8" IPS | .675" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80 |
| 1/2" IPS | .840" O.D. | SCH 5, 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 3/4" IPS | 1.050" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 1" IPS | 1.315" O.D. | SCH 5, 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 1-1/4" IPS | 1.660" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 1-1/2" IPS | 1.900" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 2" IPS | 2.375" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 2-1/2" IPS | 2.875" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 3" IPS | 3.500" O.D. | SCH 5, 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 3-1/2" IPS | 4.000" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 4" IPS | 4.500" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 5" IPS | 5.563" O.D. | SCH 10, 40, 80, 160, XXH |
| 6" IPS | 6.625" O.D. | SCH 5, 10, 40, 80, 120, 160, XXH |
| 8" IPS | 8.625" O.D. | SCH 5, 10, 40, 80, 120, 160, XXH |
| 10" IPS | 10.750" O.D. | SCH 10, 20, 40, 80 (5.00), TRUE 80(5.00) |
| 12" IPS | 12.750" O.D. | SCH 10, 20, 40(375), TRUE40(406), SCH80(500) |
| 14" IPS | 14.000" O.D. | SCH10 (188), SCH40 (375) |
| 16" IPS | 16.000" O.D. | SCH10(188), SCH40(375) |
| 18" IPS | 18.000" O.D. | SCH-40 (375) |
Chemical Composition of Inconel 601 Pipes
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | Cu | Fe | Ni | Cr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel 601 | 0.10 max | 1.0 max | 0.5 max | 0.015 max | 1.0 max | Balance | 58.0–63.0 | 21.0–25.0 |
Mechanical Properties of B167 Inconel 601 Pipe
| Element | Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) | Elongation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel 601 | 8.1 g/cm³ | 1411 °C (2571 °F) | 80,000 psi (550 MPa) | 30,000 psi (205 MPa) | 30% |
Physical Properties of Inconel 601 Pipes
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density (lb / cu. in.) | 0.293 |
| Specific Gravity | 8.11 |
| Specific Heat (Btu/lb/°F [32–212°F]) | 0.107 |
| Electrical Resistivity (microhm-cm at 68°F) | 710 |
| Melting Point (°F) | 2460 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 87 |
| Mean Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 7.6 |
| Magnetic Permeability | 1.003 |
| Modulus of Elasticity (Tension) | 29.95 (×10⁶ psi) |
Inconel 601 Pipe Pressure Rating
| Tube O.D. (in.) | Working Pressure (psig) per Wall Thickness (inches) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.028 in | 0.035 in | 0.049 in | 0.065 in | 0.083 in | 0.095 in | 0.109 in | 0.120 in | |
| 1/8 | 7900 | 10100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1/4 | 3700 | 4800 | 7000 | 9500 | - | - | - | - |
| 5/16 | - | 3700 | 5400 | 7300 | - | - | - | - |
| 3/8 | - | 3100 | 4400 | 6100 | - | - | - | - |
| 1/2 | - | 2300 | 3200 | 4400 | - | - | - | - |
| 3/4 | - | - | 2200 | 3000 | 4000 | 4600 | - | - |
| 1 | - | - | - | 2200 | 2900 | 3400 | 3900 | 4300 |
Inconel 601 Pipe Uses
There are many sectors and industries consuming ASTM B167 Inconel 601 Pipe like:
| Industry / Application | Description / Use Case |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing of conveyor shafts | Heavy-duty material handling systems |
| Military & Defence industry | Defence and strategic applications |
| Heavy engineering Industries | Large-scale industrial machinery and components |
| Oil and Gas Industries | Piping and equipment in corrosive and high-temperature environments |
| Agricultural sector | Machinery and equipment used in farming and processing |
| Railway engines and coaches | Components for locomotives and railway carriages |
| Manufacturing of arms and ammunition | Defence and firearms industry |
| Manufacturing gears, bearings, and hinges | Precision mechanical components |
| Aerospace | High-temperature and corrosion-resistant aerospace components |
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