Standard: ASME SB168
Other Standard: GB, AISI, ASTM/ASME, DIN, EN, JIS
Shapes: Plates/ Sheets
Width: 0mm ~ 2500mm
Surface Treatment(Finish): Mirror, Brushed, Mill Finished, Polished, Pickling,Pickling + sandblasting
Standard: ASME SB168
Other Standard: GB, AISI, ASTM/ASME, DIN, EN, JIS
Shapes: Plates/ Sheets
Width: 0mm ~ 2500mm
Surface Treatment(Finish): Mirror, Brushed, Mill Finished, Polished, Pickling,Pickling + sandblasting
| Inconel | Density (g/cm3) | Melting point (℃) | Elongation A5 (%) | Tensile Strength (Rm N/mm2) | Yield Strength (RP0.2N/mm2) | Rockwell Hardness |
| 617 | 8.36 | 1332-1371℃ | 35 | 655 | 240 | / |
Type: Cold finished(cold rolled), Hot finished( Hot rolled)
Thickness of Plates: 4.76mm ~ 60mm (Hot Rolled), Width: 0mm ~ 2500mm
Thickness of Sheet: 1.00mm ~ 4.76mm (Cold Rolled), Width: 0mm ~ 1500mm
Surface Treatment(Finish): Mirror, Brushed, Mill Finished, Polished, Pickling,Pickling + sandblasting
Edge:Grinding, cutting
Melting method: Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM) + Electroslag Remelting (ESR); or VIM + VAR
Inspection: TUV, SGS,
Packing: Wooden box, Waterproof polybag
Application of Inconel 617:
| Application Area | Plain English Explanation (Where is it used?) | Real-World Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Gas Turbines | This is the material inside a jet engine that faces the hottest flames. It contains the fire and directs thrust without melting. | Jet engine combustion cans, transition liners, and ducting . |
| Next-Gen Nuclear Power | It’s a top candidate for the pipes and heat exchangers in advanced reactors that run much hotter than traditional plants, helping to generate clean energy safely . | Very High-Temperature Reactor (VHTR) heat exchangers . |
| Chemical & Petrochemical Processing | When processing chemicals at extreme temperatures, you need pipes and vessels that won’t react with or degrade in the environment. | High-temperature reformer tubes, catalyst support grids in nitric acid production . |
| Industrial Heating & Heat Treating | It acts as the internal skeleton of industrial furnaces, holding parts in place while being blasted by intense heat. | Furnace rollers, muffles, radiant tubes, and heat treatment baskets |
Inconel 617 is the “ultra-marathon runner” of the superalloy world. While other metals might melt or go soft, it can withstand scorching temperatures over 1100°C (2012°F) for tens of thousands of hours without breaking a sweat. It’s designed for the absolute hottest, most demanding jobs where strength and oxidation resistance are non-negotiable.
Inconel 617 isn’t just about surviving heat; it’s about maintaining its structural integrity and strength under extreme thermal and mechanical stress for the long haul. It’s the reliable choice when downtime is not an option.