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When your critical piping systems are pushed to the absolute limit by extreme temperatures, highly corrosive media, or intense operational pressures, you can't afford to compromise on the integrity of your components. That's where Solitaire Overseas steps in. As a globally trusted Inconel Fittings Manufacturer and Inconel Fittings Supplier, we deliver a comprehensive and meticulously engineered range of high-performance Inconel Pipe Fittings.
Specification Element | Detailed Description & Options Available |
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Governing Standards | - ASTM B366 / ASME SB366 – Wrought Inconel fittings - ASME B16.9 – Butt-weld fittings (NPS ½ to 48) - ASME B16.11 – Forged socket-weld & threaded fittings - MSS SP-43 – Light-wall corrosion-resistant fittings - MSS SP-97 – Reinforced branch outlet fittings |
Inconel Grades Offered | - Inconel 600: High-temp strength & oxidation resistance - Inconel 601: Enhanced oxidation with aluminum - Inconel 625: Exceptional corrosion & fatigue resistance - Inconel 718: High strength at extreme temperatures - Inconel X-750: Creep-rupture resistant up to 815°C - Incoloy 800/800H/800HT: Superior oxidation resistance & structural strength - Incoloy 825: Excellent resistance to acids, SCC, & pitting - Custom Grades: Monel, Hastelloy, others available on request |
Size Range | - NPS ½” (DN15) to 48” (DN1200) - Custom sizes engineered for project-specific needs |
Wall Thickness Compatibility | - SCH 5S, 10S, 40S (STD), 80S (XS), SCH 160, XXS - Custom wall thicknesses on request - Designed to meet ASME B31.1, B31.3, etc. |
Fitting Types | - Butt-weld Fittings: Elbows (90°, 45°, 180° LR/SR), Tees (Equal/Reducing), Reducers (Concentric/Eccentric), Caps, Stub Ends (A/B/C), Crosses, Bends (3D/5D/Custom), Laterals/Wyes - Forged Fittings (ASME B16.11): Elbows, Tees, Couplings, Unions, Plugs, Nipples, Swage Nipples - Outlet Fittings (MSS SP-97): Weldolets®, Sockolets®, Threadolets®, Latrolets®, etc. |
Manufacturing Methods | - Seamless: Mandrel/hydraulic/die-formed processes - Welded: RT/UT-tested from Inconel plate - Forged: Machined from certified bar stock - Heat Treatment: Solution annealed, age hardened as per ASTM B366 - Precision CNC Machining for dimensional accuracy |
Surface Finish Options | - Pickled & Passivated: Corrosion-resistant standard - Polished (Grit 180–#8): Ideal for food, pharma, and architecture - Blasted: Matte sand/shot blast finish - Electro-Polished: UHP/biotech applications - As-Forged: Raw pre-machined surface available |
Optional Coatings | - For enhanced abrasion/heat resistance or ID marking - High-temp paints, ceramic/polymer-based coatings, color codes - Fully customizable coating options upon request |
Traceability & Marking | - Permanent marking as per ASTM B366, ASME B16.9/16.11 Includes: • Manufacturer logo (e.g., SOL) • Material grade (e.g., INCONEL 625) • Heat/Lot number • Size & Schedule (e.g., 2" SCH 80S) • Applicable standard (e.g., ASTM B366) |
Grade | Key Elements (Typical Composition %) | Primary Characteristics | Common Applications |
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Inconel 600 | Ni ≥ 72, Cr: 14–17, Fe: 6–10 | Excellent high-temp oxidation resistance, chloride stress corrosion resistance | Heat exchangers, furnace parts, nuclear steam generator tubing |
Inconel 601 | Ni ≥ 58, Cr: 21–25, Fe: Balance, Al: 1–1.7 | Superior scaling resistance due to aluminum; handles up to 1200°C | Thermal processing equipment, mufflers, gas turbine components |
Inconel 625 | Ni ≥ 58, Cr: 20–23, Mo: 8–10, Nb + Ta: 3.15–4.15 | High strength, outstanding resistance to pitting, crevice & fatigue corrosion | Marine, offshore, aerospace, chemical processing |
Inconel 718 | Ni: 50–55, Cr: 17–21, Fe: Balance, Mo: 2.8–3.3, Nb + Ta: 4.75–5.5, Ti: 0.65–1.15, Al: 0.2–0.8 | Precipitation-hardened, excellent mechanical strength & creep resistance up to 700°C | Jet engines, nuclear reactors, gas turbines |
Inconel X-750 | Ni ≥ 70, Cr: 14–17, Fe: 5–9, Ti: 2.25, Al: 0.4–1.0 | Excellent strength and stress rupture properties; oxidation resistant up to 815°C | Aerospace, rocket engines, nuclear reactors |
Incoloy 800 | Ni: 30–35, Cr: 19–23, Fe: Balance, Al + Ti: ~0.85 | High strength and oxidation resistance at elevated temperatures | Petrochemical piping, heat exchangers, furnaces |
Incoloy 800H/HT | Ni: 30–35, Cr: 19–23, Fe: Balance, C: 0.05–0.10, Al + Ti: ~0.85 | Enhanced creep and rupture strength; long-term structural stability at 600–900°C | Heat treating, steam generation, power boilers |
Incoloy 825 | Ni: 38–46, Cr: 19.5–23.5, Fe: Balance, Mo: 2.5–3.5, Cu: 1.5–3, Ti: 0.6–1.2 | Excellent acid resistance (especially sulfuric and phosphoric), pitting and SCC resistance | Chemical processing, acid handling, pollution control systems |
Category | Standard / Certification | Description / Relevance |
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Manufacturing Standards | ASTM B366 / ASME SB366 | Standard for wrought nickel alloy fittings (e.g., Inconel 600, 625, 718, etc.) |
ASME B16.9 | Factory-made butt-weld fittings (NPS ½" to 48") | |
ASME B16.11 | Forged fittings – socket-weld & threaded | |
MSS SP-43 | Light-wall corrosion-resistant butt-weld fittings | |
MSS SP-97 | Integrally reinforced branch outlet fittings (Weldolet®, Sockolet®, etc.) | |
Material Specifications | ASTM B167 / B444 / B564 / B366 | Base material standards for Inconel pipes, tubes, forgings, and fittings |
Pressure Rating | ANSI / ASME Pressure Classifications | Conforms to ANSI B16.5 and ASME B31.1, B31.3 piping codes |
Testing & Inspection | NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 | Compliance with sour service and H₂S environments |
EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 | Mill test certificates with traceability (optional third-party inspection) | |
PMI, UT, RT, Hydro Testing | Non-destructive & destructive tests as per customer/QC requirements | |
Certifications (On Request) | ISO 9001:2015, PED 2014/68/EU, AD 2000 W0 | Quality management, European Pressure Equipment Directive, and German standards compliance |
Marking & Traceability | ASME B16.9 / B16.11 + ASTM B366 | Includes heat number, size, schedule, grade, and standard stamped on fittings |
Inconel Grade | Fitting Type | Size (NPS) | Schedule | Approx. Price Range (INR/Unit) | Notes |
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Inconel 600 | 90° Elbow | 1” | SCH 40 | ₹1,200 – ₹1,800 | Standard butt-weld elbow, seamless |
Inconel 625 | Tee | 2” | SCH 80 | ₹3,500 – ₹5,000 | For high-pressure, corrosive applications |
Inconel 718 | Concentric Reducer | 3” to 2” | SCH 40 | ₹6,000 – ₹8,000 | Age-hardened alloy, high strength |
Inconel 625 | Stub End (Type A) | 4” | SCH 40S | ₹4,000 – ₹6,500 | Used with lap joint flanges |
Incoloy 825 | Pipe Cap | 2” | SCH 80S | ₹1,800 – ₹2,800 | Suitable for acidic environments |
Inconel 600 | Forged Socket Weld Tee | 1½” | Class 3000 | ₹2,000 – ₹3,000 | ASME B16.11 compliant |
Incoloy 800H | 45° Elbow | 2” | SCH 40 | ₹2,500 – ₹3,800 | For high-temp oxidizing settings |
Inconel 625 | Weldolet® (MSS SP-97) | 2” branch | SCH 80 | ₹3,800 – ₹5,500 | Branch outlet fitting |
Inconel is expensive compared to common alloys and can be difficult to machine due to its hardness and work-hardening behavior. It also has limited availability in some forms and may require special tools and techniques during fabrication.
Alternatives to Inconel include Hastelloy (for superior corrosion resistance), Stainless Steel (for cost efficiency), Titanium (for light weight and corrosion resistance), and Monel (for marine environments). The best alternative depends on the specific application needs.
Yes, Inconel offers excellent resistance to many acids, including nitric, phosphoric, and sulfuric acid. Its high nickel content makes it particularly effective in resisting acid corrosion, making it suitable for harsh chemical and acidic environments.
Inconel can be hardened by cold working (strain hardening) or precipitation hardening, depending on the specific alloy. For example, Inconel 718 is age-hardenable and can achieve high strength, while others may rely on work hardening for added durability.
The best way to cut Inconel is using carbide or ceramic tooling with slow speeds and high feed rates. Advanced methods like EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) or waterjet cutting are also effective, especially for maintaining edge quality and minimizing tool wear.