Table of Contents
- Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bars Overview
- Technical Specifications
- Mechanical Properties & Chemical Composition
- Types of Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bars
- Key Advantages of UNS N06601 Square Bars
- Key Applications of Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bars
- Quality Testing & Inspection
- Global Export Markets
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Contact Aurum Overseas
Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bars Overview
Aurum Overseas is a leading Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bar Supplier stocking high-purity nickel-chromium solid square stock. Engineered for high mechanical strength, our inventory resists oxidation, carburization, and stress corrosion cracking in severe thermal and chemical environments.
As a certified Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bar Exporter, we supply cold-drawn Inconel 600 / 601 Bright Square Bars for precise machining and heavy Inconel 600 / 601 Forged Square Bars for structural loads. All stock is available in standard lengths or custom cut-to-size pieces.
As a premier UNS N06601 / UNS N06600 Square Bar Exporter, we supply square profiles—alongside complementary grades like UNS S15500 Round Bars—across the USA, Canada, Mexico, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Poland, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Parameter | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Material Specifications | ASTM B166, ASME SB166, AMS 5665, AMS 5715, EN 10095 |
| UNS Designations | UNS N06600 (Alloy 600) / UNS N06601 (Alloy 601) |
| Werkstoff Numbers | W.Nr. 2.4816 (Inconel 600) / W.Nr. 2.4851 (Inconel 601) |
| Size Range (Square) | 6.0 mm x 6.0 mm to 200 mm x 200 mm (1/4" to 8" square) |
| Length Options | 1,000 mm to 6,000 mm, Custom Precision Cut-to-Length |
| Surface Finishes | Bright, Forged |
| Heat Treatment | Solution Annealed, Hot Worked & Annealed |
| Dimensional Tolerances | ASTM A484 / BS 970 / ISO h9, h10 square tolerances |
Mechanical Properties & Chemical Composition
Equivalent Standards
| Grade | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | EN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel 600 | 2.4816 | N06600 | NCF 600 | NiCr15Fe |
| Inconel 601 | 2.4851 | N06601 | NCF 601 | NiCr23Fe |
Chemical Composition (%)
| Element | Inconel 600 (UNS N06600) | Inconel 601 (UNS N06601) |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | 72.0 min | 58.0 – 63.0 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 14.0 – 17.0 | 21.0 – 25.0 |
| Iron (Fe) | 6.0 – 10.0 | Balance |
| Carbon (C) | 0.15 max | 0.10 max |
| Manganese (Mn) | 1.0 max | 1.0 max |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.50 max | 0.50 max |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.50 max | 1.0 max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.015 max | 0.015 max |
| Aluminum (Al) | — | 1.0 – 1.7 |
Mechanical Properties (Room Temperature)
| Property Parameter | Inconel 600 (UNS N06600) | Inconel 601 (UNS N06601) |
|---|---|---|
| Density | 8.47 g/cm³ | 8.11 g/cm³ |
| Melting Range | 1354 - 1413 °C (2470 - 2575 °F) | 1360 - 1411 °C (2480 - 2571 °F) |
| Tensile Strength (Min) | 80,000 psi (550 MPa) | 80,000 psi (550 MPa) |
| Yield Strength (0.2% Offset, Min) | 30,000 psi (205 MPa) | 30,000 psi (205 MPa) |
| Elongation (Min) | 30% | 30% |
Types of Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bars
Aurum Overseas supplies Inconel 600 / 601 square bars in precision bright and heavy forged conditions for high-temperature and corrosive industrial applications.
Inconel 600 / 601 Bright Square Bars
Inconel 600 / 601 Forged Square Bars
Key Advantages of UNS N06601 Square Bars
High-Temperature Oxidation Shield
Aluminum-modified composition in Inconel 601 forms a spall-resistant oxide scale that resists thermal oxidation up to 1250 °C (2250 °F).
Chloride Corrosion & Cracking Immunity
High nickel content (72% min in UNS N06600) prevents chloride-ion stress corrosion cracking and retains resistance in high-purity water and caustic alkaline environments.
Carburization & Nitriding Resistance
Retains metallurgical stability in carbon-rich or ammonia combustion atmospheres without embrittlement.
High Structural Stability
Flat square geometries supply high section modulus and torsional rigidity for structural frames and furnace hearth rails.
Key Applications of Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bars
| Industry Sector | Component Type | Primary Performance Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Heat Treating Furnaces | Hearth rails, square push-rods, retorts | Resists cyclic thermal sagging, carburization, and scaling at extreme heat. |
| Chemical Processing | Reactor supports, square drive shafts, manifolds | Maintains high mechanical integrity in hot organic acids and dry chlorine gas. |
| Nuclear Power | Control rod guides, steam generator supports | Resists primary water stress corrosion cracking under intense thermal radiation. |
| Petrochemical Refineries | Catalyst grid supports, square structural brackets | Prevents high-temperature polythionic acid stress cracking in sulfur environments. |
Quality Testing & Inspection
As a quality-driven Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bar Supplier, every shipment undergoes rigorous testing protocols:
- Mill Test Certificates: Full compliance with EN 10204 3.1 certification verifying heat numbers, UNS N06600 / N06601 chemical composition, and heat-treatment logs.
- Mechanical & Dimensional Inspection: Batch verification of tensile strength, yield strength, percentage elongation, and squareness profile tolerances.
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): 100% ultrasonic examination to confirm internal soundness and dye-penetrant surface testing across all square sizes.
Global Export Markets
As an established Inconel 600 / 601 Square Bar Exporter, Aurum Overseas supplies fully certified UNS N06600 / N06601 Square Bars to global energy and thermal engineering centers:
USA
Canada
Mexico
Germany
United Kingdom
France
Italy
Netherlands
Belgium
Spain
Poland
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Kuwait
Oman
Bahrain
Frequently Asked Questions
Inconel 600 features 72% nickel for high resistance to caustic environments and stress corrosion cracking. Inconel 601 adds 1.0 - 1.7% aluminum and extra chromium (21-25%) for superior resistance to oxidation and spalling up to 1250 °C.
We supply Inconel 600 and 601 square bars strictly in Bright (cold drawn and polished) and Forged (hot forged and machined) surface finishes.
Yes. Both grades offer thermal stability, with Inconel 601 being preferred for furnace structural frames operating under severe cyclic heating and oxidation.
Due to its high nickel concentration, Inconel 600 resists corrosion by caustic soda, alkaline solutions, and halogen gases across high temperatures.
Contact Aurum Overseas
Aurum Overseas supplies certified Inconel 600 (UNS N06600) and Inconel 601 (UNS N06601) square bars for high-temperature furnaces, chemical reactors, and thermal processing installations.
Contact our technical sales engineers for stock availability, custom cutting services, or prompt pricing: