Nickel 600 per MIL-N-23228 - Corrosion and Heat-Resistant Alloy
Nickel 600 UNS N06600, as per the MIL-N-23228 specification, is a nickel-chromium-iron alloy with inherent properties conducive to minimizing corrosion and oxidation over a wide range of temperatures. As per the specifications mentioned in the MIL-N-23228 standard, this Nickel alloy exhibits optimal properties related to high-strength potential, thermal stability, and workability over a range of temperatures from cryogenic to hot.
High nickel content provides excellent resistance to chloride ion stress corrosion cracking and a variety of organic and inorganic chemical substances; chromium also enhances oxidation resistance to sulfur and oxidizing environments. Since the alloy is not used for precipitation hardening, it relies on cold working for high strength that can also be accurately shaped without losing notch resistance.
In the annealed condition, Nickel 600 exhibits moderate yield strengths of 25,000 to 50,000 psi (172 to 345 MPa). Yield strengths in that range, combined with elongations of 55 to 35%, permit the alloy to be fabricated with little difficulty. Heavily coldworked material, however, can have tensile strengths as high as 220,000 psi (1517 MPa).
Nickel 600 per MIL-N-23228 offers dependable resistance to:
- Reducing and alkaline solutions
- Chloride-rich environments (such as magnesium chloride)
- Mild oxidizing conditions provided by its chromium content
It surpasses commercially pure nickel (Nickel 200) in oxidizing resistance but should not be used in strong oxidizing acids like hot concentrated nitric acid.
- Excellent resistance to corrosion in reducing and oxidizing environments
- Virtually immune to chloride-induced stress cracking
- High-temperature oxidation resistance up to 2000 °F (1095 °C)
- Non-hardenable by heat treatment – strengthened by cold work
- Retains ductility and mechanical stability after long-term thermal exposure
Where Inconel 600 can be applied ?
Inconel 600 is a nickel-chromium alloy known for its excellent corrosion resistance, high-temperature strength, and oxidation resistance. Its main applications include:
- FURNACE COMPONENTS
- NUCLEAR ENGINEERING
- AEROSPACE ENGINE COMPONENTS
- TURBINE SEALS
Specifications
SHEET & PLATE
Fighter Jet Metals supplies Inconel 600 in a variety of sheet, plate, bar, and forging forms, all produced and tested in accordance with AMS, ASTM, and military specifications.
BARS & FORGINGS
Fighter Jet Metals supplies Inconel 600 in a variety of sheet, plate, bar, and forging forms, all produced and tested in accordance with AMS, ASTM, and military specifications.
Certified Material for Critical Service
All Nickel 600 per MIL-N-23228 from Fighter Jet Metals is supplied with full certification, heat traceability, and test reports, meeting the stringent requirements of military and aerospace standards.
Dual certification with related specifications such as AMS 5540 or AMS 5665 can be provided on request, ensuring compatibility across your critical applications.