Is epoxy better than powder coating on Inconel 600 flanges?
A suitable surface coating boosts the resistance of flanges to extreme temperatures, chemicals, and impact. Inconel 600 flanges comprise nickel, chromium, and iron and are famous for excellent corrosion resistance (including chlorides) at high temperatures. The coats to boost this further are powder and epoxy.
The latter uses liquid paint comprising particles in acrylic resin. It is popular in heat exchanger tubing, offering good durability and protection from chipping and peeling. An Inconel alloy 600 reducing flange coated with epoxy can resist abrasives. It is due to the cross-linked polymer chains developed during curing.
Epoxy is a sensible choice for an NCF 600 plate flange in chemical processing plants, automobile suspensions, and aeroplane parts.
What are some of the most common defects during Alloy 600 flanges manufacturing? How can they be prevented?
Occasionally, manufacturing defects can seep in during the production of alloy 600 flanges. Common defects are flakes, cold shuts, cracks, and surface deformation. Inclusions, or non-metallic substances, may create structural irregularities.
Defects can be prevented by using high-quality raw materials, following strict manufacturing norms, and conducting quality control. A Nickel 600 socket weld flange must get produced under appropriate temperature and pressure.
How can regular inspection and maintenance help prevent corrosion and rust on a Nickel alloy 600 slip on flange?
These flanges are standard for critical sectors like chemical processing, automotive, airframes, and nuclear. A nickel alloy 600 slip on flange reduces the probability of stress-corrosion cracking induced by chloride ions. Periodic inspection and maintenance are imperative.
The best way to limit corrosion and damage is not to allow dirt or debris on the surface. A degreaser can remove contaminants that may affect the performance of an Inconel 6600 orifice flange. Rust development can get nipped in the bud with a protective coating.
Material | Types | Sizes |
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Inconel 600 |
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Test Certificates | ASME/ANSI | Face Types |
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Pressure Rating | DIN | UNS |
Class 150 to Class 2500 | WNR 2.4816 | N06600 |
Product | Price |
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INCONEL 600 FLANGES 2 WN RF SCH XXS | US $17.25 Per kg |
INCONEL 600 FLANGE ASME B16.5-2NB SCH 80 | US $387.07 Per Piece |
Inconel 600 Forged Flange
Alloy 600 Slip on Flange
Nickel 600 Blind Flange
DIN 2.4816 Weld Neck Flanges
UNS N06600 Plate Flange
NCF 600 Lap Joint Flange
ASTM B564 Inconel 600 Threaded Flange
ASTM B564 UNS N06600 Ring and Spacer
Ni 600 Spectacle Blind Flange
Inconel alloy 600 Long weld neck flange
Ni 600 Reducing Flange
Nickel 600 Expander Flange
DIN 2.4816 Socket Weld Flange
ASTM B564 UNS N06600 RTJ Flanges
Inconel 600 Ring Joint Flanges
Inconel alloy 600 BLRF Flanges
Alloy 600 SORF Flanges
NCF 600 Raised Face Flange
ASTM B564 Inconel 600 Tongue and groove flange
UNS N06600 WNRF Flanges
Inconel 600 SWRF Flanges
Ni 600 Flat Face Flanges
Nickel 600 Pipe Flanges
NCF 600 Exhaust flanges
Class 150 ASTM B564 Inconel 600 flanges
Class 300 Inconel alloy 600 flange
Class 600 Alloy 600 pipe flanges
Class 900 UNS N06600 flanges
Class 1500 ASTM B564 UNS N06600 plate flange
Class 2500 DIN 2.4816 flanges
Nominal Size | Outside Diameter (OD) | Bore Diameter (B) | No. of Bolt Holes | Bolt Hole Diam. | Bolt Circle (BC) | Thickness (T) | Hub Length (L) | Hub Diam. (H) | Lap Radius ( R ) | Approx. Weight (lbs) |
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1 | 4.25 | 1.38 | 4 | 0.625 | 3.13 | 0.563 | 0.688 | 1.938 | 0.13 | 2 |
1 1/4 | 4.68 | 1.72 | 4 | 0.625 | 3.50 | 0.625 | 0.813 | 2.312 | 0.19 | 3 |
1 1/2 | 5.00 | 1.97 | 4 | 0.625 | 3.88 | 0.688 | 0.875 | 2.563 | 0.25 | 3 |
2 | 6.00 | 2.46 | 4 | 0.750 | 4.75 | 0.750 | 1.000 | 3.063 | 0.31 | 5 |
2 1/2 | 7.00 | 2.97 | 4 | 0.750 | 5.50 | 0.875 | 1.125 | 3.563 | 0.31 | 7 |
3 | 7.50 | 3.60 | 4 | 0.750 | 6.00 | 0.938 | 1.188 | 4.250 | 0.38 | 8 |
3 1/2 | 8.50 | 4.10 | 8 | 0.750 | 7.00 | 0.938 | 1.250 | 4.812 | 0.38 | 11 |
4 | 9.00 | 4.60 | 8 | 0.750 | 7.50 | 0.938 | 1.312 | 5.312 | 0.44 | 13 |
5 | 10.00 | 5.69 | 8 | 0.875 | 8.50 | 0.938 | 1.438 | 6.438 | 0.44 | 15 |
6 | 11.00 | 6.75 | 8 | 0.875 | 9.50 | 1.000 | 1.562 | 7.562 | 0.50 | 18 |
8 | 13.50 | 8.75 | 8 | 0.875 | 11.75 | 1.125 | 1.750 | 9.688 | 0.50 | 30 |
10 | 16.00 | 10.92 | 12 | 1.000 | 14.25 | 1.188 | 1.938 | 12.000 | 0.50 | 42 |
12 | 19.00 | 12.92 | 12 | 1.000 | 17.00 | 1.250 | 2.188 | 14.375 | 0.50 | 64 |
14 | 21.00 | 14.19 | 12 | 1.125 | 18.75 | 1.375 | 2.250 | 15.750 | 0.50 | 90 |
16 | 23.50 | 16.19 | 16 | 1.125 | 21.25 | 1.438 | 2.500 | 18.000 | 0.50 | 98 |
18 | 25.00 | 18.20 | 16 | 1.250 | 22.75 | 1.562 | 2.688 | 19.875 | 0.50 | 125 |
20 | 27.50 | 20.25 | 20 | 1.250 | 25.00 | 1.688 | 2.875 | 22.000 | 0.50 | 160 |
24 | 32.00 | 24.25 | 20 | 1.375 | 29.50 | 1.875 | 3.250 | 26.125 | 0.50 | 212 |
30** | 38.75 | 30.25 | 28 | 1.375 | 36.00 | 2.125 | 3.500 | 32.750 | 0.50 | 305 |
36** | 46.00 | 36.25 | 32 | 1.625 | 42.75 | 2.375 | 3.750 | 39.250 | 0.50 | 440 |
Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | Cu | Fe | Ni | Cr |
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Inconel 600 | 0.15 max | 1.00 max | 0.50 max | 0.015max | 0.50 max | 6.00 – 10.00 | 72.00 min | 14.00 – 17.00 |
Grade | Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
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Inconel 600 | 8.47 g/cm3 | 1413 °C (2580 °F) | Psi – 95,000 , MPa – 655 | Psi – 45,000 , MPa – 310 | 40 % |
Grade | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
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Inconel 600 | 2.4816 | N06600 | NCF 600 | NA 13 | МНЖМц 28-2,5-1,5 | NC15FE11M | NiCr15Fe |
Density | 8.4 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | 1370-1425 °C |
Temp. °C | Class 150 | Class 300 | Class 400 | Class 600 | Class 900 | Class 1500 | Class 2500 |
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-29 to 38 | 20.0 | 51.7 | 68.9 | 103.4 | 155.1 | 258.6 | 430.9 |
50 | 19.5 | 51.7 | 68.9 | 103.4 | 155.1 | 258.6 | 430.9 |
100 | 17.7 | 51.5 | 68.7 | 103.0 | 154.6 | 257.6 | 429.4 |
150 | 15.8 | 50.3 | 66.8 | 100.3 | 150.6 | 250.8 | 418.2 |
200 | 13.8 | 48.6 | 64.8 | 97.2 | 145.8 | 243.4 | 405.4 |
250 | 12.1 | 46.3 | 61.7 | 92.7 | 139.0 | 231.8 | 386.2 |
300 | 10.2 | 42.9 | 57.0 | 85.7 | 128.6 | 214.4 | 357.1 |
325 | 9.3 | 41.4 | 55.0 | 82.6 | 124.0 | 206.6 | 344.3 |
350 | 8.4 | 40.3 | 53.6 | 80.4 | 120.7 | 201.1 | 335.3 |
375 | 7.4 | 38.9 | 51.6 | 77.6 | 116.5 | 194.1 | 323.2 |
Flange Form | Pressure Level | |||||
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PL / SO / WN / IF / SW / TH / BL | ASME | DIN | EN | BS | GOST | JIS |
PN 6 | PN 6 | PN 6 | PN 6 | 1K | ||
CLASS 150 | PN 10 | PN 10 | PN 10 | PN 10 | 2K | |
CLASS 300 | PN 16 | PN 16 | PN 16 | PN 16 | 5K | |
CLASS 600 | PN 25 | PN 25 | PN 25 | PN 25 | 10K | |
CLASS 900 | PN 40 | PN 40 | PN 40 | PN 40 | 16K | |
CLASS 1500 | PN 64 | PN 63 | 20K | |||
CLASS 2500 | PN 100 | 30K | ||||
40K |
How do you ensure a leak-free UNS N06600 blind flange connection?
Blind flanges can close the ends of a piping system. Correct installation and regular examination of a UNS N06600 blind flange will help keep the connection leak-tight. If the piping system faces heavy loads or vibration at the flange locations, it may encounter premature failure. Another common cause of leakage is undue bolt stress.
We recommend using a gasket of a suitable material per the application needs. It is crucial to check the flange face alignment and protect it from dirt and damage.
Which are the key factors when selecting an Inconel 600 lap joint flange for steam applications?
These flanges resemble slip-on ones except for a curved radius that accommodates the lap joint. The prime consideration for choosing an Inconel 600 lap joint flange is application-appropriateness. Since these flanges resist oxidation and carburization, they work well in furnaces, heat exchangers, nuclear reactors, and steam dryers. High creep rupture strength makes them suitable for high temperatures over 700°C.
Here are some more factors you should consider:
Which testing procedures are conducted on a steel DIN 2.4816 weld neck flange to ensure its quality and durability?
An Alloy 600 pipe flange exhibits long service duration when produced via strict quality standards and maintained over time. Manufacturers subject these flanges to non-destructive tests like hydrostatic testing, a direct-reading spectrograph, magnetic particle inspection, and ultrasonic or X-ray detection for defects.
A DIN 2.4816 weld neck flange can also undergo third-party testing to validate observations in the Mill Test Certificate (MTC).