Alloy 602CA is a high-temperature nickel-chromium alloy that delivers outstanding oxidation resistance and thermal stability up to 1232°C.
Alloy 602CA, also known as Inconel® Alloy 602CA (a registered trademark of VDM Metals International GmbH), is the most oxidation-resistant and high-strength nickel alloy available on the market today. It has been specifically engineered to provide long-term structural integrity under extreme heat, high mechanical stress, and corrosive gas exposure.
The alloy's high chromium (24–26%) and aluminium (1.8–2.4%) content forms a tenacious, protective oxide scale that ensures superior oxidation resistance. The presence of yttrium further enhances scale adherence, making Alloy 602CA suitable for prolonged use in carburising, sulphidising, and oxidising atmospheres.
With a high creep rupture strength—up to 150% greater than comparable high-temperature alloys—602CA resists thermal fatigue and deformation, ensuring durability even during thermal cycling.
We stock Alloy 602CA® in a variety of product forms to suit different applications and fabrication methods, including plate, round bar, sheet, welding wire and TIG welding wire. To view available sizes and submit an inquiry, use the dropdown selector below.
| % | Ni | Cr | Cu | C | Mn | Si | Y | Fe | Ti | Al | Zr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | Balance | 24 | 0 | 0.15 | 0 | 0 | 0.05 | 8 | 0.1 | 1.8 | 0.01 |
| Max | Balance | 26 | 0.1 | 0.25 | 0.15 | 0.5 | 0.12 | 11 | 0.2 | 2.4 | 0.1 |
These properties make 602CA alloy ideal for components exposed to both extreme heat and corrosive gases, where longevity and mechanical performance are critical.
| Mechanical & Physical Properties | 21.1°C | 93.3°C | 204.4°C | 315.6°C | 371.1°C | 537.8°C | 684.9°C | 700°C | 815°C | 870°C | 982°C | 1093°C | 1204°C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Tensile Strength /MPa | 675 | 650 | 625 | 600 | 580 | 560 | 520 | 420 | 284 | 226 | 118 | 90 | 40 |
| 270 | 240 | 220 | 200 | 190 | 180 | 175 | 170 | 239 | 197 | 105 | 80 | 34 | |
| 38 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 43 | 30 | 30 | 78 | 82 | 78 | 85 | 96 | |
| - | - | - | - | - | - | 185 | 132 | 32 | 16.5 | 6.6 | 2.2 | - | |
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 155 | 42 | 22.1 | 10.3 | 4.6 | 3 | |
| - | 14.15 | 14.27 | 14.42 | 14.63 | 14.9 | 15.3 | - | 16 | 16.71 | 17.31 | 17.91 | - | |
| 8.94 | 10.58 | 12.04 | 13.33 | 14.53 | 17.26 | 18.3 | 20.53 | - | 22.02 | 23.51 | 15.15 | - | |
| 215 | 209 | 201 | 197 | 192 | 189 | 185 | - | 154 | 137 | 118 | 102 | - |
Thanks to its high oxidation resistance, mechanical strength, and carburisation resistance, Alloy 602CA is widely adopted in high-performance industrial applications.
Alloy 602CA offers a high-performance solution for engineers seeking reliability in the harshest environments. Whether you're designing equipment for continuous thermal exposure or corrosive chemical contact, this alloy offers proven longevity.
We stock Alloy 602CA® in a variety of product forms to suit different applications and fabrication methods, including plate, round bar, sheet, welding wire and TIG welding wire. To view available sizes and submit an inquiry, use the dropdown selector below.
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