Inconel 600 cylindrical filter cartridges is stocked to ISO 2941 / ISO 3724. The alloy provides excellent oxidation resistance at extreme temperature and is essentially non-magnetic; the practical service limit is approx. +1000 °C (short excursions higher). Property data, alloy comparison and the specification table follow.
Why Choose Inconel 600 for Cylindrical Filter Cartridges
The high-temperature furnace and hot-gas filtration alloy. For cylindrical filter cartridges, this matters when excellent oxidation resistance at extreme temperature is the controlling requirement.
Alloy Properties
| Grade designation | UNS N06600 (2.4816) |
|---|---|
| Magnetic response | Essentially non-magnetic |
| Service temperature | approx. +1000 °C (short excursions higher) |
| Corrosion characteristic | Excellent oxidation resistance at extreme temperature |
Corrosion Behavior in Filtration Service
Nickel-family alloys are specified for cylindrical filter cartridges when stainless is not enough: Monel 400 for seawater and hydrofluoric acid, Inconel 600 for oxidation at extreme temperature, Hastelloy C-276 for hot chlorides and mixed acids, titanium for chlorides with weight savings. Match the alloy to the specific chemistry — they are not interchangeable.
Cleaning & Compatibility
Special alloys tolerate aggressive cleaning chemistry, but confirm the specific acid/alkali against the alloy datasheet — e.g. Monel handles HF but not oxidizing nitric; titanium handles nitric but not HF. When welding elements into frames, use matching filler and inert-gas backing to preserve corrosion resistance at the joint.
Specifications of Cylindrical Filter Cartridges Available in Inconel 600
| Outer diameter (mm) | Length (mm) | Micron rating (u00b5m) | End connection | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 100 | 25 / 50 / 100 | Plain ends | ISO 2941 collapse-tested |
| 40 | 150 | 10 / 25 / 50 / 100 | Plain or threaded | ISO 2941 collapse-tested |
| 50 | 250 | 10 / 25 / 50 / 100 | M20 / G1/2 fitting | ISO 2941 collapse-tested |
| 65 | 250 | 5 / 10 / 25 / 50 | DOE gasket | ISO 2941 collapse-tested |
| 65 | 500 | 5 / 10 / 25 / 50 | DOE / 222 / 226 | ISO 2941 collapse-tested |
| 65 | 750 | 5 / 10 / 25 / 50 | DOE / 222 / 226 | ISO 2941 collapse-tested |