Product name: Nickel Alloy 2.4851, also known as Alloy 601 or UNS N06601
Main alloying elements: Nickel (Ni), chromium (Cr), aluminium (Al)Mechanical properties:
Tensile strength: 550–700 MPa
Yield strength: 240–310 MPa
Elongation at break: 30–45%
Hardness (Rockwell): B80–B95
Modulus of elasticity: 200 GPa
Physical properties:
Density: 8.1 g/cm³
Melting point: approx. 1360–1411°C
Thermal conductivity: 12–15 W/(m·K)
Electrical conductivity: 7–9% IACS (International Annealed Copper Standard)
Chemical composition, in weight percent:
Nickel (Ni): approx. 58–63%
Chromium (Cr): approx. 21–25%
Aluminium (Al): approx. 1.0–1.7%
Other trace elements: iron (Fe), carbon (C), manganese (Mn), silicon (Si)
Heat treatment:
Nickel Alloy 2.4851 can be strengthened by annealing or cold forming in order to achieve specific mechanical properties.
Corrosion resistance:
Nickel Alloy 2.4851 offers excellent resistance to oxidation and corrosion attack at elevated temperatures. It is resistant to sulfur compounds as well as oxidizing and reducing environments.
Applications:
Nickel Alloy 2.4851 is used in a wide range of applications, including:
High-temperature furnaces: resistance heaters, furnace tubes, wire mesh
Chemical processing plants: reactors, heat exchangers, piping systems
Power plant systems: exhaust gas purification systems, steam generators
Aerospace industry: combustion chambers, radiant tubes, heat-resistant components
Please note that the values stated are guideline values and may vary slightly depending on the manufacturing process and specific production batch. It is recommended to always check the exact specifications provided by the manufacturer.
