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Nickel Alloy Inconel X-750-EQ (Equalized)

Heat-treated state

UNS N07750 · EN 2.4669, NiCr15Fe7TiAl

Intermediate stabilising treatment for bar/forgings that will be single-aged; gives best RT and mid-temperature strength after ageing.

High cost $$$$

Values for the EQ condition

Other Inconel X-750 tempers and conditions

Inconel X-750 is listed in 7 conditions; see the grade overview at Inconel X-750.

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Condition · open for datasheetBest forYield MPaTensile MPaElong. %HardnessConductivity
Annealed
Softest, most formable and weldable condition; used as supply state for forming, deep drawing and machining before ageing.35083045180 HB—
EQThis page
Equalized
Intermediate stabilising treatment for bar/forgings that will be single-aged; gives best RT and mid-temperature strength after ageing.4809003518 HRC1.4 % IACS
STADefault
Solution treated and aged
Standard turbine/aerospace condition (AMS 5667 bar): best balance of RT strength, creep-rupture and stress-relaxation resistance to ~700 °C.8151,2002532 HRC—
Equalized 885 °C/24 h + aged 704 °C/20 h
Highest room- and mid-temperature strength condition for bolting, bar and forgings used below ~650 °C.8601,2752335 HRC—
Hot rolled / hot finished + aged 732 °C/16 h
Economical bar/rod condition for bolts, studs and general high-temperature hardware below ~600 °C.9001,3002236 HRC1.4 % IACS
Spring hard
Cold-worked wire/strip supplied for coiling or forming; must be aged after forming to develop final spring properties.1,1701,380642 HRC1.4 % IACS
Cold drawn + aged 732 °C/16 h
Final condition for high-temperature springs, clips and seals: highest strength and best stress-relaxation resistance to ~540–650 °C.1,2801,550845 HRC1.4 % IACS

What is Inconel X-750-EQ?

Inconel X-750-EQ is Inconel X-750 heat treated to EQ — intermediate stabilising treatment for bar/forgings that will be single-aged; gives best RT and mid-temperature strength after ageing. Inconel X-750-EQ has a yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 900 MPa (131 ksi) — stronger than 70% of nickel alloy grades. Elongation at break is 35% and the elastic modulus is 214 GPa (31 Msi). Inconel X-750-EQ has a density of 8.28 g/cm³ (0.299 lb/in³), lighter than 55% of nickel alloy grades. It melts at 1,393°C (2,539 °F). STA is the default condition FabDigit quotes; EQ is available on request or by drawing note.

Advantages

  • Tough — resists crack growth — 130 MPa·√m (118.3 ksi·√in), better than 85% of nickel alloy grades

Inconel X-750-EQ properties

Typical room-temperature values for Inconel X-750-EQ; 23 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are Inconel X-750 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among nickel alloy grades.

Physical3

Inconel X-750-EQ has a density of 8.28 g/cm³ (0.299 lb/in³), lighter than 55% of nickel alloy grades. It melts at 1,393°C (2,539 °F).

Density8.28 g/cm³0.3 lb/in³
Melting Point (Solidus)1,393°C2,539 °F
Liquidus Temperature1,427°C2,601 °F

Mechanical16

Inconel X-750-EQ has a yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 900 MPa (131 ksi) — stronger than 70% of nickel alloy grades. Elongation at break is 35% and the elastic modulus is 214 GPa (31 Msi).

Elastic (Young's) Modulus214 GPa31 Msi
Shear Modulus83 GPa12 Msi
Bulk Modulus170 GPa24.7 Msi
Poisson's Ratio0.29
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)900 MPa131 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)480 MPa69.6 ksi
Elongation at Break35%
Reduction in Area45%
Compressive Strength500 MPa72.5 ksi
Shear Strength560 MPa81.2 ksi
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)350 MPa50.8 ksi
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)130 MPa·√m118 ksi·√in
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)85 J62.7 ft·lbf
Hardness, Brinell220 HB
Hardness, Rockwell C18 HRC
Hardness, Vickers232 HV

Thermal6

Inconel X-750-EQ is rated for continuous service to 760°C (1,400 °F). It conducts heat at 11.7 W/m·K (6.76 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 61% of nickel alloy grades. Thermal expansion is 12.6 µm/m·K (7 µin/in·°F).

Thermal Conductivity11.7 W/m·K6.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F
Specific Heat Capacity431 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)12.6 µm/m·K7 µin/in·°F
Latent Heat of Fusion290 J/g125 BTU/lb
Max Service Temperature (continuous)760°C1,400 °F
Min Service Temperature-253°C-423 °F

Electrical3

Inconel X-750-EQ conducts electricity at 1.4 % IACS, worse than 80% of nickel alloy grades.

Electrical Conductivity1.4 % IACS
Electrical Resistivity1.27×10⁻⁶ Ω·m50 µΩ·in
Magnetic Responsenon-magnetic

Chemical & Environmental3

Corrosion resistance is very good (80/100), better than 61% of nickel alloy grades.

Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)-0.05 V
Corrosion ResistanceVery good80/100
Chemical Resistance SummaryExcellent oxidation and hot-gas corrosion resistance to ~870 °C; good in steam, seawater and alkalis; susceptible to attack by hot halides/hydrochloric acid and to sulphidation in high-sulphur gas; aged material can be sensitive to intergranular attack in high-temperature caustic and to SCC in some high-temperature water chemistries.

Sustainability4

Producing a kilogram of Inconel X-750-EQ takes about 190 MJ of energy and emits 13 kg of CO₂ — more than 75% of nickel alloy grades. Typical recycled content is 35%.

Embodied Energy (primary production)190 MJ/kg81,685 BTU/lb
Embodied Carbon (primary production)13 kg CO₂/kg
Embodied Water800 L/kg95.9 gal/lb
Typical Recycled Content35%

Manufacturability8

Inconel X-750-EQ's machinability is poor (20/100, better than 53% of nickel alloy grades); weldability good (55/100); formability fair (50/100).

MachinabilityPoor20/100
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)16%
WeldabilityGood55/100
Formability (cold)Fair50/100
CastabilityPoor30/100
Brazeability / SolderabilityFair50/100
PolishabilityVery good70/100
Anodizing Responsen/a — nickel alloy; use passivation, electropolish or thermal oxide instead

Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.

Working with Inconel X-750-EQ

Is Inconel X-750 easy to machine?

Machine preferably in the annealed state with rigid setups, positive-rake carbide or ceramic tooling, low speed / heavy feed and flood coolant; aged material work-hardens sharply and needs sharp edges and no dwelling.

Can Inconel X-750 be welded?

GTAW with matching X-750 or Inconel 718/A-type filler; weld in the annealed condition, keep heat input low and re-solution-treat before ageing to avoid strain-age (post-weld heat treatment) cracking.

Can Inconel X-750 be formed, bent or molded?

Cold form only in the annealed or equalized condition — springback is large and forces are ~2× those for stainless; hot work at 1150–950 °C and re-anneal after heavy deformation.

What surface finishes work on Inconel X-750?

Not anodizable; use pickling/passivation, electropolishing, glass-bead or vapour blast, and vacuum heat treatment for bright surfaces; oxide films from ageing must be removed before brazing or plating.

Inconel X-750 chemical composition (wt %)

Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.

ElementSpec limit (wt %)Nominal
Cr14 – 1715.5
Fe5 – 97
Tiγ′ former2.25 – 2.752.5
Alγ′ former0.4 – 10.7
NbNb + Ta0.7 – 1.20.95
Co≤ 10.2
Mn≤ 10.3
Si≤ 0.50.2
Cu≤ 0.50.05
C≤ 0.080.04
S≤ 0.010
NiNi + Co, balance≥ 70 (balance)—

Inconel X-750-EQ — frequently asked

What is Inconel X-750-EQ used for?

Inconel X-750-EQ is typically used for gas turbine blades and bolts, springs at elevated temperature, jet engine seals and nuclear reactor springs. In short: hot spring-temper superalloy; γ′ strength to 704 °C; stronger than 600 series nickel.

What is the yield strength of Inconel X-750-EQ?

Inconel X-750-EQ has a typical yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 900 MPa (131 ksi) — stronger than 70% of nickel alloy grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 7 listed tempers.

Is Inconel X-750-EQ easy to machine?

Not especially — machinability is rated poor (20/100, better than 53% of nickel alloy grades). Machine preferably in the annealed state with rigid setups, positive-rake carbide or ceramic tooling, low speed / heavy feed and flood coolant; aged material work-hardens sharply and needs sharp edges and no dwelling.

Can Inconel X-750-EQ be welded?

Yes — weldability is rated good (55/100). GTAW with matching X-750 or Inconel 718/A-type filler; weld in the annealed condition, keep heat input low and re-solution-treat before ageing to avoid strain-age (post-weld heat treatment) cracking.

What surface finishes work on Inconel X-750-EQ?

Not anodizable; use pickling/passivation, electropolishing, glass-bead or vapour blast, and vacuum heat treatment for bright surfaces; oxide films from ageing must be removed before brazing or plating.

Can Inconel X-750-EQ be formed, bent or molded?

Cold form only in the annealed or equalized condition — springback is large and forces are ~2× those for stainless; hot work at 1150–950 °C and re-anneal after heavy deformation.

What is the maximum service temperature of Inconel X-750-EQ?

Inconel X-750-EQ is rated for continuous use to about 760°C (1,400 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.

What is the difference between Inconel X-750-STA and Inconel X-750-ANN?

STA is the default condition — standard turbine/aerospace condition (AMS 5667 bar): best balance of RT strength, creep-rupture and stress-relaxation resistance to ~700 °C. ANN: softest, most formable and weldable condition; used as supply state for forming, deep drawing and machining before ageing. Yield strength is 815 MPa in STA versus 350 MPa in ANN.

Sources

  1. INCONEL alloy X-750 technical bulletin — Special Metals Corporation (2004)
  2. AMS 5542 — Nickel Alloy Sheet, Strip and Plate, Precipitation Heat Treatable — SAE International (2018)
  3. AMS 5667/5668/5670/5671 — Nickel Alloy Bars, Forgings and Rings (N07750) — SAE International (2017)
  4. ASTM B637 — Precipitation-Hardening Nickel Alloy Bars, Forgings and Forging Stock for High-Temperature Service — ASTM International (2018)
  5. ASM Handbook Vol.1 — Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels, and High-Performance Alloys — ASM International (1990)
  6. GB/T 14992 / GH4145 — SAC (2005)

Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.