Nickel Alloy Inconel 600 1/2H vs Inconel 600-AW
Nickel Alloy · Inconel 600 temper comparison
Inconel 600 1/2H and Inconel 600-AW are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, Inconel 600: 1/2H (half hard) versus AW (as-welded deposit). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Inconel 600 1/2H is the stronger of the two: yield strength 700 MPa (102 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for Inconel 600-AW, about 84% more; tensile strength follows at 880 MPa (128 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi). In exchange, Inconel 600-AW is the more ductile: elongation 35% versus 12% for Inconel 600 1/2H, and Inconel 600 1/2H is harder (250 HB vs 165 HB). Inconel 600-AW runs hotter in service (1,000°C vs 480°C continuous). On the shop floor, Inconel 600-AW welds better (very good vs good).
Inconel 600 1/2HChoose it when strength drives the design.
Inconel 600-AWChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Inconel 600 1/2H vs Inconel 600-AW: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all nickel alloy grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all nickel alloy grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Inconel 600 1/2HInconel 600-AW
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Shear Modulus 76 GPa11 Msi · Bulk Modulus 200 GPa29 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32 · Shear Strength 410 MPa59.5 ksi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.47 g/cm³0.31 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,354°C2,469 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,413°C2,575 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 444 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 13.3 µm/m·K7.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 290 J/g125 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -250°C-418 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.17 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 65 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 150 MJ/kg64,488 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 11.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 320 L/kg38.3 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 40%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every nickel alloy grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Inconel 600 1/2H vs Inconel 600-AW — frequently asked
Is Inconel 600 1/2H stronger than Inconel 600-AW?
Yes. Inconel 600 1/2H has a typical yield strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for Inconel 600-AW — about 84% more. Tensile strength is 880 MPa (128 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, 1/2H or AW?
ANN is the default Inconel 600 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither 1/2H nor AW). The other condition is available on request or by drawing note — specify it in the material field or the part notes and the quote is priced for it.
Which is easier to machine, Inconel 600 1/2H or Inconel 600-AW?
Inconel 600 1/2H, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 32/100 against 26/100 for Inconel 600-AW; for welding the order is Inconel 600-AW first (very good, 78/100) then Inconel 600 1/2H (good, 65/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Inconel 600 1/2H and Inconel 600-AW side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.