Inconel® 600 Tube

Inconel® 600 (Ni72Cr16Fe8) tubes are highly valued for their exceptional resistance to high-temperature corrosion, creep, and stress, making them essential in demanding applications such as chemical reactors, supercritical boilers, and turbine components. These properties are critical in nuclear and cryogenic environments, where the material resists radiation-induced corrosion and performs reliably at extreme temperatures. Its biocompatibility and high thermal conductivity support applications in biomedical and aerospace sectors, including sterilization equipment and advanced heat exchangers. Additionally, Inconel® 600 plays a vital role in clean energy systems, particularly in high-pressure hydrogen pipelines, where resistance to hydrogen embrittlement is crucial.

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Tolerances

Tube

Outside Diameter	=<2mm	±0.05mm
Outside Diameter	2mm - 5mm	±0.1mm
Outside Diameter	>5mm	±5%
Wall Thickness		±10%

Material Properties for Alloys

Mechanical Properties

Element	Value
Hardness - Brinell	120-290
Elongation at break( % )	50
Modulus of elasticity( GPa )	157
Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ )	160
Shear strength( MPa )	420-570
Tensile strength( MPa )	600-1200

Magnetic Properties

Element	Value
Initial permeability	1.01
Curie temperature( C )	-124

Electrical Properties

Element	Value
Electrical resistivity( µOhmcm )	103

Thermal Properties

Element	Value
Melting point( C )	1370-1425
Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ )	444@23°C
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ )	14.8@23°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ )	11.5-13.3@20-100°C