In extreme heat, oxidation resistance can be the difference, and that's where Inconel 601 Forged Fittings stand apart. This nickel-chromium alloy has been intentionally modified by the addition of aluminium which forms an adherent alumina layer at temperatures above 1200°C, providing protection more comparable than that of few alloys in air, steam and oxidising atmospheres. UNS N06601 Forged Fittings are solid-solution strengthened, which enables good resistance to carburization, nitriding and cyclic heating environments, making them ideal for heat treatment furnaces, combustion chambers and thermal processing equipment.
Amardeep Steel Centre manufactures and supplies ASTM B564 Inconel 601 Forged Fittings in Socketweld & Threaded in the range of 1/8" NB to 4" NB with complete documentation like EN 10204 3.1 Mill Tester Certificate, PMI Report or third party inspection. Alloy 601 Forged Fittings are provided to industrial heating industries, petrochemicals plants and refineries around the world.
Request a QuoteInconel 601 Forged Fittings Specifications
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Parameter |
Details |
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Standards |
ASTM / ASME |
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Designation |
B564, SB564 |
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Dimension Standard |
ASME B16.11, MSS SP-79, 83, 95, 97, BS 3799 |
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Grade |
Inconel 601 (UNS N06601, WNR 2.4851) |
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Type |
Socketweld Fittings, Screwed / Threaded Fittings |
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Class / Pressure Rating |
2000 LBS, 3000 LBS, 6000 LBS, 9000 LBS |
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Size Range |
1/8" NB to 4" NB |
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Types |
Elbow, Tee, Cross, Coupling, Union, Cap, Plug, Bushing, Nipple |
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Inconel 601 Chemical Composition
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Grade |
C |
Mn |
Si |
S |
Cu |
Fe |
Ni |
Cr |
Al |
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Inconel 601 / UNS N06601 |
≤ 0.10 |
≤ 1.00 |
≤ 0.50 |
≤ 0.015 |
≤ 1.0 |
Balance |
58.0–63.0 |
21.0–25.0 |
1.0–1.7 |
Inconel 601 Mechanical Properties
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Grade |
Density |
Melting Point |
Tensile Strength |
Yield Strength (0.2%) |
Elongation |
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Inconel 601 |
8.11 g/cm³ |
1320–1370°C |
760 MPa |
345 MPa |
30% min |
Equivalent Grades of Inconel 601
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Standard |
UNS |
Werkstoff Nr. |
BS |
JIS |
AFNOR |
EN |
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Inconel 601 |
N06601 |
2.4851 |
NA 49 |
NCF 601 |
NC23FeA |
NiCr23Fe |
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings – Socket Weld Size Chart
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Size (Inches) |
Outside Diameter OD (mm) |
Wall Thickness (mm) |
Socket Depth (mm) |
Length (mm) |
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1/2″ |
21.3 |
2.8 |
13.0 |
31.8 |
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3/4″ |
26.7 |
3.0 |
13.0 |
34.9 |
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1″ |
33.4 |
3.0 |
16.0 |
39.7 |
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1-1/4″ |
42.2 |
3.0 |
16.0 |
44.5 |
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1-1/2″ |
48.3 |
3.2 |
19.0 |
49.5 |
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2″ |
60.3 |
3.2 |
19.0 |
55.5 |
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2-1/2″ |
73.0 |
3.5 |
22.0 |
61.0 |
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3″ |
88.9 |
3.5 |
25.0 |
67.0 |
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4″ |
114.3 |
3.8 |
28.0 |
74.0 |
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings – Socket Weld Tee Weight Chart
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Size (Inches) |
Weight (lbs) |
Weight (kg) |
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1/2″ |
0.95 |
0.43 |
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3/4″ |
1.10 |
0.50 |
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1″ |
1.50 |
0.68 |
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1-1/4″ |
1.80 |
0.82 |
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1-1/2″ |
2.10 |
0.95 |
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2″ |
2.40 |
1.09 |
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2-1/2″ |
3.10 |
1.41 |
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3″ |
3.70 |
1.68 |
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4″ |
4.50 |
2.04 |
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5″ |
5.20 |
2.36 |
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6″ |
6.00 |
2.72 |
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8″ |
8.50 |
3.86 |
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10″ |
11.00 |
4.99 |
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12″ |
14.50 |
6.58 |
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14″ |
18.00 |
8.16 |
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings – SW Pipe Fittings Pressure Rating Chart
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Size (Inches) |
Pressure Rating (150°F / 66°C) |
Pressure Rating (300°F / 149°C) |
Pressure Rating (600°F / 316°C) |
Pressure Rating (1000°F / 538°C) |
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1/2″ |
2200 psi |
2000 psi |
1800 psi |
1600 psi |
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3/4″ |
2100 psi |
1900 psi |
1700 psi |
1500 psi |
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1″ |
2000 psi |
1800 psi |
1600 psi |
1400 psi |
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1-1/4″ |
1800 psi |
1600 psi |
1400 psi |
1200 psi |
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1-1/2″ |
1700 psi |
1500 psi |
1300 psi |
1100 psi |
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2″ |
1600 psi |
1400 psi |
1200 psi |
1000 psi |
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2-1/2″ |
1400 psi |
1200 psi |
1000 psi |
900 psi |
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3″ |
1200 psi |
1100 psi |
900 psi |
800 psi |
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4″ |
1000 psi |
900 psi |
700 psi |
600 psi |
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5″ |
800 psi |
700 psi |
600 psi |
500 psi |
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6″ |
700 psi |
600 psi |
500 psi |
400 psi |
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8″ |
600 psi |
500 psi |
400 psi |
300 psi |
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10″ |
500 psi |
400 psi |
300 psi |
200 psi |
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12″ |
400 psi |
300 psi |
200 psi |
150 psi |
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings – Heat Treatment Chart
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Heat Treatment Process |
Temperature |
Time |
Cooling Method |
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Annealing |
1900°F – 2150°F (1038°C – 1177°C) |
1-4 hours |
Air cooling or controlled atmosphere |
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Solution Treatment |
1900°F – 2150°F (1038°C – 1177°C) |
30-60 minutes |
Rapid cooling (water or air quenching) |
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Stress Relieving |
1100°F – 1300°F (593°C – 704°C) |
2-4 hours |
Air cooling or furnace cooling |
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Age Hardening (if applicable) |
1300°F – 1400°F (704°C – 760°C) |
4-6 hours |
Air cooling |
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings vs Inconel 625 – High-Temperature Performance Comparison
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Property |
Inconel 601 |
Inconel 625 |
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Primary Alloying Elements |
Nickel (58%), Chromium (22%), Iron, Aluminum |
Nickel (58%), Chromium (20%), Molybdenum (9%) |
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Weldability |
Good, may require filler material |
Excellent, can be welded without filler material |
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Maximum Temperature |
Up to 2200°F (1200°C) |
Up to 1800°F (982°C) |
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Oxidation Resistance |
Excellent, forms stable oxide layer |
Excellent, superior in aggressive environments |
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Creep and Rupture Strength |
Good at elevated temperatures |
Excellent, higher creep and rupture strength |
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Fatigue Resistance |
Good, resists thermal cycling |
Excellent, more resistant to fatigue and thermal cycling |
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Strength at High Temperature |
Good mechanical strength |
Exceptional mechanical strength |
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Resistance to Stress Corrosion Cracking |
Good |
Excellent |
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Applications |
Gas turbines, heat exchangers, combustion chambers |
Aerospace, marine, chemical processing, nuclear reactors |
Applications of Inconel 601 Forged Fittings
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings excel in:
- Industrial heat treatment furnaces & calciners
- Petrochemical processing at elevated temperatures
- Thermal processing retorts, baskets, and fixtures
- Gas turbine components and combustion chambers
- Power generation boilers and steam superheaters
- Chemical processing with chloride and sulfur environments
Testing & Inspection
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings are tested as per international standards:
- Positive Material Identification (PMI) Testing
- Chemical / Spectro Analysis
- Mechanical Testing — Tensile, Hardness
- Intergranular Corrosion (IGC) Test
- Hydrostatic Pressure Test
- Radiography / Ultrasonic Test (on request)
- Third-party inspection: TUV, BV, Lloyd's, SGS
Packaging & Export Supply
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings are packed in wooden corrugated boxes wrapped in bubble foil, marked with Grade, Lot No., Size, and brand identification. Seaworthy and fumigated export packaging is provided as standard. Amardeep exports UNS N06601 Forged Fittings to the UAE, USA, UK, Germany, Australia, Qatar, Bahrain, South Korea, and 80+ nations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What makes Inconel 601 suitable for high-temperature applications?
Inconel 601 forms a protective alumina surface scale at elevated temperatures. This, combined with its nickel-chromium matrix, provides outstanding oxidation and carburization resistance up to 1230°C.
Q2. How does Inconel 601 differ from Inconel 600?
Inconel 601 contains aluminum (1.0–1.7%) which greatly enhances oxidation resistance compared to Inconel 600. Inconel 601 also has higher chromium content (21–25% vs 14–17%) for improved high-temp performance.
Q3. What is the ASTM standard for Inconel 601 Forged Fittings?
Inconel 601 Forged Fittings conform to ASTM B564 / ASME SB564 for material and ASME B16.11 for dimensional requirements, in Class 2000, 3000, 6000, and 9000 LBS.
Q4. What industries use Inconel 601 Forged Fittings?
Primary industries include heat treatment furnaces, petrochemicals, power generation, gas turbines, thermal processing, and chemical plants requiring oxidation resistance above 1000°C.
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