Nestled in the industrial heart of Safat, Kuwait, Nimish Metal has built a strong reputation for supplying high-performance materials that meet the most demanding industrial challenges. We are proud to be your trusted local source for Inconel 617 forgings, components engineered for exceptional strength and reliability. Our commitment is to provide not just a product, but a durable solution that empowers your critical projects, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently under the most extreme conditions.
Inconel 617 is a standout material due to its robust composition, primarily nickel, chromium, and cobalt, which gives it a remarkable combination of high-temperature strength and outstanding resistance to oxidation. The forging process further enhances these innate qualities, refining the grain structure to deliver superior mechanical properties. This results in a component with excellent creep-rupture strength, allowing it to withstand immense pressure and heat over long periods without failing.
Specifications ASTM B564 / ASME SB 564, AMS 5887
Flat bar blocks up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs.
Cylinders and sleeves up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length
Discs and hubs up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs.
Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length
Rounds, shafts and step shafts up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs.
| C | Mn | S | Si | Cr | Mo | Ni | Cu | Ti | Al | B | Co | Fe |
| 0.05-0.15 | 1.0 Max | 0.015 Max | 1.0 Max | 20.0-24.0 | 8.0-10.0 | 44.5 Min | 0.5 Max | 0.6 Max | 0.8-1.5 | 0.006 Max | 10.0-15.0 | 3.0 Max |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.1 g/cm3 | 1411 °C (2571 °F) | Psi – 80,000 , MPa – 550 | Psi – 30,000 , MPa – 205 | 30 % |
| STANDARD | UNS | WNR. |
| Alloy 617 | N06617 | 2.4663 |
Temperature control during forging of Inconel 617 ensures optimal grain structure, improving its strength, durability, and resistance to thermal creep. Proper temperature management also prevents material defects like cracking or distortion, enhancing overall quality.
Inconel 617 forgings may experience reduced ductility at lower temperatures, limiting their ease of fabrication. Additionally, they can be costly due to the complex alloy composition and manufacturing processes.
Inconel 617 forgings require periodic inspections to detect signs of oxidation or wear, particularly at elevated temperatures. Regular cleaning and protective coatings can help maintain their performance in harsh, high-temperature environments.
The unique capabilities of Inconel 617 forgings make them indispensable in sectors where failure is not an option. You will find them at the heart of gas turbine engines, within high-temperature chemical processing reactors, and critical components of power generation systems. They are also essential in aerospace applications and for equipment in petrochemical plants, reliably performing in environments with intense heat and corrosive atmospheres where other materials would quickly degrade.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Nimish Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Safat, Kuwait
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