CX600 Nickel Chromium Iron Heating Wire Used In Chemical And Heat Treatment

Product Specification

CX600 Nickel Chromium Iron Heating Wire Used In Chemical And Heat Treatment Industries

CX600 is a nickel-chromium-iron alloy that provides superior resistance to oxidation at temperatures up to 1000 °C. It also provides good resistance against stress corrosion cracking in chloride environments. This alloy also offers good mechanical properties and workability. Owing to its good corrosion resistance properties at high temperatures, it is widely used in chemical and heat treatment industries. Since it maintains good mechanical properties at high temperatures, it is also used in the aeronautical industry to manufacture various aircraft and engine components.

CX601 is a nickel-chromium-iron alloy with a substantial chromium content that provides resistance to many corrosive media and high temperature environments. Oxidation resistance is further enhanced by addition of aluminum.

Nominal Chemical Composition (%)

Mechanical Properties (at room temperature for annealed wire)

Some key features of CX600 alloy include:

• High Resistivity:

The combination of Nickel, Chromium, and Iron provides CX600 with relatively high electrical resistivity, making it ideal for use as a heating element. The wire produces heat efficiently when an electric current is passed through it, which is crucial in electric heating applications.

• Thermal Stability:

CX600 can withstand high operating temperatures (up to around 1100°C or 2012°F), making it suitable for use in high-temperature environments like ovens, furnaces, toasters, and industrial heating elements.

• Oxidation Resistance:

The Chromium content in the alloy provides excellent oxidation resistance, allowing CX600 wire to retain its strength and resist degradation at high temperatures. This is especially important for heating elements that need to maintain their structural integrity over extended use.

• Mechanical Strength:

CX600 has good mechanical strength, allowing it to be drawn into thin wires while maintaining durability. This strength is essential in preventing breakage under mechanical stress or when the wire is coiled for use in heating elements.

• Durability:

The combination of high resistance to oxidation, corrosion, and mechanical stress gives CX600 an extended lifespan in heating applications, even under constant high temperatures.

Applications:

• High-Temperature Strength:

CX600 alloy is known for its excellent strength at elevated temperatures, which is crucial for applications that require high-temperature resistance.

• Corrosion Resistance:

This alloy exhibits good resistance to corrosion, making it suitable for environments where corrosion is a concern.

• Oxidation Resistance:

CX600 has strong resistance to oxidation, especially in high-temperature environments.

• Phase Transformation Sensitivity:

The phase transformation temperature of CX600 is very sensitive to carbon content, which can significantly influence its heat treatment and welding repair processes.

• Carbide Precipitation:

The alloy's carbide precipitation behavior is an important aspect of its microstructure, affecting properties such as intergranular corrosion resistance.

• Thermal History Impact:

The thermal history of CX600 plays a significant role in carbide phase transformations, leading to various carbide distributions for the same composition.

These features make CX600 alloy a popular choice in various industrial applications where high strength, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature performance are required.

CX600 is usually selected for applications which require resistance to corrosion like wire mesh, filters, fasteners for chemical industry, high temperature applications such as industrial furnaces.

Advantages:

• High-Temperature Performance:

The alloy's ability to withstand high temperatures makes it a durable and efficient option for heating applications that require stability at elevated temperatures.

• Long Life:

The combination of oxidation resistance and thermal stability gives CX600 wire a long service life, making it cost-effective for both residential and industrial heating applications.

• Ease of Fabrication:

CX600 wire can be easily drawn into fine wires, making it versatile for various heating element designs, including coils, ribbons, and other forms.

• Efficient Heating:

The wire produces efficient heat due to its high resistivity, making it well-suited for applications that need quick or sustained heat generation.