Alloy 617，Inconel 617 Sheet，UNS N06617，EFORU

British Specs:，American Specs:AMS 5887 Bar and Forgings AMS 5888 Plate AMS 5889 Sheet and Strip，German Specs:WS 2.4663a

### **Alloy 617 / Inconel 617 Sheet / UNS N06617 – Nickel-Chromium-Cobalt-Molybdenum Alloy Sheet** **Product Overview** Inconel 617 Sheet (UNS N06617) is a nickel-chromium-cobalt-molybdenum alloy sheet product that provides exceptional resistance to high-temperature oxidation, corrosion, and mechanical degradation. This sheet material maintains excellent mechanical properties from room temperature up to 1200°C (2192°F) and demonstrates superior performance in aggressive high-temperature environments. The sheet form is particularly suited for fabrication of combustion chambers, heat shields, furnace components, and high-temperature structural applications where thin-section materials are required in aerospace, power generation, and chemical processing industries. --- **Chemical Composition (ASTM B168)** | Element | Content (%) | |----------------|----------------| | **Nickel (Ni)** | 44.5 min | | **Chromium (Cr)**| 20.0–24.0 | | **Cobalt (Co)** | 10.0–15.0 | | **Molybdenum (Mo)**| 8.0–10.0 | | **Aluminum (Al)**| 0.8–1.5 | | **Iron (Fe)** | 3.0 max | | **Carbon (C)** | 0.05–0.15 | | **Manganese (Mn)**| 1.0 max | | **Silicon (Si)** | 1.0 max | | **Sulfur (S)** | 0.015 max | *The balanced composition provides exceptional high-temperature strength through solid solution strengthening and formation of protective chromium and aluminum oxide scales.* --- **Physical Properties** | Property | Value | |-------------------------------|---------------------------------| | **Density** | 8.36 g/cm³ (0.302 lb/in³) | | **Melting Range** | 1330–1380°C (2426–2516°F) | | **Electrical Resistivity** | 125 μΩ·cm (at 21°C) | | **Thermal Conductivity** | 13.4 W/m·K (at 100°C) | | **Mean Coefficient of Thermal Expansion** | 12.8 μm/m·°C (20–100°C) | | **Modulus of Elasticity** | 211 GPa (30,600 ksi) | | **Magnetic Permeability** | <1.005 (Essentially non-magnetic)| --- **Mechanical Properties (Sheet – Solution Annealed Condition)** | Property | Room Temperature | 815°C (1500°F) | 980°C (1800°F) | |-----------------------------|------------------|----------------|----------------| | **Tensile Strength** | 700–850 MPa | 330–430 MPa | 140–190 MPa | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 290–430 MPa | 210–280 MPa | 110–150 MPa | | **Elongation in 2"** | 40–55% | 45–60% | 60–75% | | **Hardness** | 80–95 HRB | 65–80 HRB | 50–65 HRB | | **Shear Strength** | 420–500 MPa | 200–260 MPa | 100–140 MPa | **Cold Rolled Sheet Properties** - **Tensile Strength**: 730–900 MPa (106–131 ksi) - **Yield Strength**: 550–750 MPa (80–109 ksi) - **Elongation**: 25–40% --- **Sheet Specifications & Available Forms** **Sheet Types** - Hot rolled sheet - Cold rolled sheet - Annealed and pickled sheet - Stress relieved sheet **Thickness Ranges** - **Standard Sheet**: 0.5 mm to 6 mm (0.020" to 0.250") - **Thin Sheet**: 0.1 mm to 0.5 mm (0.004" to 0.020") - **Width**: Up to 1500 mm (60") - **Length**: Up to 3000 mm (120") **Surface Finishes** - No. 1 – Hot rolled, annealed, and pickled - No. 2D – Cold rolled, dull finish - No. 2B – Cold rolled, bright finish - Polished finishes (various grits) - Brush finished --- **Key Characteristics & Advantages** 1. **Exceptional High-Temperature Strength** – Maintains mechanical properties up to 1200°C (2192°F) 2. **Outstanding Oxidation Resistance** – Excellent performance in oxidizing atmospheres up to 1150°C (2102°F) 3. **Excellent Carburization Resistance** – Superior performance in carburizing environments 4. **Good Thermal Stability** – Resists thermal fatigue and microstructural degradation 5. **Excellent Formability** – Can be bent, drawn, and formed using standard techniques 6. **Resistance to Sulfur Attack** – Performs well in sulfur-containing atmospheres 7. **Good Weldability** – Can be welded using common welding techniques --- **Product Applications** **Gas Turbine Components** - Combustion chamber liners - Transition duct sections - Afterburner components - Heat shield panels - Exhaust system shrouds **Aerospace & Defense** - Rocket engine components - Jet engine heat shields - High-temperature ducting - Thermal protection systems - Structural panel components **Chemical Processing** - Catalytic reactor liners - Reformer furnace panels - High-temperature ducting - Process heater panels - Thermal reactor internals **Power Generation** - Heat recovery system panels - Combustion chamber linings - High-temperature ductwork - Thermal protection systems - Boiler component panels **Industrial Applications** - Furnace linings and curtains - Heat treatment fixtures - Radiant tube panels - Annealing covers - High-temperature conveyor components --- **International Standards** | Standard Type | Standard Number | Specification | |---------------|-----------------|---------------| | **UNS** | **N06617** | Unified Numbering System | | **ASTM** | B168 | Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloy Plate, Sheet, and Strip | | **ASME** | SB168 | Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code | | **AMS** | 5884 | Aerospace Material Specification | | **DIN** | 2.4663 | German Standard | | **EN** | NiCr23Co12Mo | European Standard | --- **Fabrication & Processing** **Forming Operations** - **Bending**: Minimum bend radius 2T (annealed), 4T (cold rolled) - **Drawing**: Good deep drawing characteristics in annealed condition - **Stamping**: Suitable for blanking and punching operations - **Spinning**: Excellent for spun components in annealed condition **Welding Characteristics** - **Weldability**: Excellent with proper procedures - **Methods**: GTAW, GMAW, SMAW - **Filler Metals**: ERNiCrCoMo-1, ENiCrCoMo-1 - **Preheat**: Not required - **Post-Weld Heat Treatment**: Generally not necessary **Machining Guidelines** - **Cutting Speed**: 10–20 m/min (30–65 SFM) - **Feed Rate**: 0.10–0.20 mm/rev (0.004–0.008 IPR) - **Tool Material**: Carbide with positive rake angles - **Coolant**: Required for optimum results --- **Heat Treatment** **Solution Annealing** - **Temperature**: 1150–1200°C (2100–2200°F) - **Time**: 30 minutes minimum - **Cooling**: Rapid air cool or water quench - **Atmosphere**: Controlled atmosphere for scale-free surface **Stress Relieving** - **Temperature**: 870–980°C (1600–1800°F) - **Time**: 1 hour per inch of thickness - **Cooling**: Air cool to room temperature --- **Quality Assurance & Testing** **Standard Testing** - Chemical analysis verification - Tensile testing at room temperature - Hardness testing - Bend testing - Dimensional verification **Non-Destructive Testing** - Liquid penetrant examination - Ultrasonic testing - Eddy current testing - Visual inspection **Certification Requirements** - Mill Test Certificates per EN 10204 3.1 - Chemical analysis certificates - Mechanical test reports - Heat treatment records - Surface finish verification --- **High-Temperature Performance** **Oxidation Resistance Data** - **Maximum Continuous Service**: 1150°C (2102°F) - **Cyclic Service**: Up to 1100°C (2012°F) - **Oxidation Rate**: <0.5 mm/year at 1100°C - **Scale Formation**: Thin, adherent, and self-healing Cr₂O₃ and Al₂O₃ scales **Creep Properties** - **1000h Rupture Strength at 980°C**: 45 MPa (6.5 ksi) - **1000h Rupture Strength at 1095°C**: 16 MPa (2.3 ksi) - **Minimum Creep Rate**: Low even at elevated temperatures --- **Corrosion Resistance Performance** **Excellent Resistance To** - High-temperature oxidation - Carburizing atmospheres - Nitriding environments - Sulfur-containing gases - Molten salt corrosion **Good Resistance To** - Nitric acid solutions - Alkaline environments - Organic acid vapors - Atmospheric corrosion - Steam and water vapor --- **Technical Specifications** **Thickness Tolerances** - **0.5–1.0 mm**: ±0.08 mm - **1.0–2.0 mm**: ±0.10 mm - **2.0–3.0 mm**: ±0.12 mm - **3.0–6.0 mm**: ±0.15 mm **Flatness Requirements** - **Standard**: 5 mm per meter maximum - **Precision**: 2 mm per meter maximum - **Special**: Custom requirements available --- **Packaging & Handling** **Standard Packaging** - Wooden crates with protective coating - Plastic or paper interleaving between sheets - Weather-proof wrapping - Clear identification and heat number labeling **Special Packaging** - VCI (Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor) paper - Individual sheet protection - Custom packaging for export - Certified clean for specific applications **Storage & Handling** - Store in clean, dry conditions - Protect from mechanical damage - Keep flat to prevent warping - Use proper lifting equipment --- **Conclusion** Inconel 617 Sheet (UNS N06617) provides an outstanding combination of exceptional high-temperature strength, excellent oxidation resistance, and superior fabrication characteristics in sheet form. Its ability to maintain mechanical properties at extreme temperatures makes it particularly suitable for combustion chambers, heat shields, chemical processing equipment, and high-temperature structural applications where thin-section materials are required. Available in various thicknesses, widths, and surface finishes with comprehensive international certification, Inconel 617 sheet offers manufacturers and fabricators a reliable material solution for demanding high-temperature applications where oxidation resistance, formability, and long-term performance are essential requirements.

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 1747 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.