Inconel 601 Hex Bolts — ASTM F2281

MaterialInconel 601Change · 45 grades

For Inconel 601 (UNS N06601) hex bolts, send a drawing or start with the thread, bolt length and quantity. Include the required material condition and, for hot service, the atmosphere, temperature range and heating cycles.

Metric thread diameter
M1.2–M150
Thread systems
Metric / UNC / UNF
View standards
Material
Inconel 601 · UNS N06601
Material focus
High-temperature oxidation resistance
Common applications
Furnace fixtures · heat-treatment baskets
Main elementsComposition limits · wt.%
  • Ni 58–63%
  • Cr 21–25%
  • Al 1.0–1.7%
  • Fe Balance

Standards & threads

Finished boltASTM F2281Type III, Class A · Inconel 601 · inch series

Nominal diameter ≥ 1/4 in. Specify the finished condition and edition; verify the applicable mechanical tests and marking. A metric thread does not turn F2281 into a metric specification.

601 chemistry and its oxidation-focused selection do not define bolt strength. State F2281 condition A, CWA or HWA and the thermal cycle for the joint.

Raw material specificationASTM B166UNS N06601

N06601 · rod, bar and wire

State stock form and annealed / worked condition. A B166 material certificate does not establish finished-bolt acceptance.

Dimensions · metricISO 4014 / ISO 4017Coarse pitch · partial-thread bolts / full-thread hex screws

Select head width s, height k and thread length b. These are dimensional references here; other alloys do not automatically conform to the full steel/stainless product standard. Fine-pitch geometry needs a separate drawing or applicable standard.

Dimensions · inchASME B18.2.1Inch hex bolts / hex cap screws

Select the bolt or cap-screw pattern, head dimensions and thread length. Hex and heavy hex are different choices.

Threads · metricISO 261 / ISO 965-1Metric M · pitch plan and tolerance system

State diameter × pitch and external tolerance class, e.g. M12 × 1.75–6g. Fine pitch must be written explicitly; 6g is a thread tolerance, not a strength grade.

Threads · UNC / UNFASME B1.1Unified inch · coarse / fine series

State diameter, TPI, series and external class: e.g. 1/2-13 UNC-2A or 1/2-20 UNF-2A. Select 2A / 3A with the mating-thread fit; UNC and UNF do not mate.

Sources & editions Reviewed 2026-10-19

Historical samples support the stated grade coverage. The ordered edition controls the full requirements.

Preview your dimensions

Example dimensions, not a stock size.

Simplified right-hand thread appearance. No tolerance, fit or standard compliance is simulated.

Thread coverage
Head dimensions · optional

Head proportions are illustrative: s = 1.5d, k = 0.625d. They are not standard-table values and will not be submitted as specified dimensions.

Quality documents

Material certificate

MTC · EN 10204 3.1 included

Heat number traceability

Every delivery traceable by heat number

Mechanical testing

Included with every delivery

Thread inspection

GO / NO-GO gauging · sampled inspection

Methods, sampling and acceptance criteria follow the agreed specification. PMI, third-party inspection and additional records are agreed separately.

Before production and at delivery

During quotation, a redacted certificate from a previous order can show the document format and recorded tests. It is a historical example, not certification of this product or a new order. Shipment documents must correspond to the material and batch actually supplied.

How to read a historical certificate sample ↗

Prepare your enquiry

Send a drawing and quantity.
No drawing? Use these details.

Size
d × L
Diameter × under-head length
Quantity
Pieces
Required quantity per size
Thread
Metric / UNC / UNF
Pitch or TPI + thread class
Coverage
Full / Partial
For partial, include threaded length
Full material checklist

Oxidation duty

Process atmosphere, peak / continuous temperature and heating frequency.

Distinguishes cyclic exposure from a steady-temperature enquiry.

Joint load

Required mechanical properties and test temperature under the project specification.

Resistance to scaling is not evidence of allowable bolt load.

Material evidence

N06601 certificate, specified condition and traceable inspection lot.

Prevents 600 and 601 being grouped under an unspecified nickel-alloy designation.

Commercial terms

Indicative terms; confirmed in your quotation.

Typical MOQ

10pieces

Subject to product and material review.

Conditions

MOQ is typically 10 pieces, subject to product, material and manufacturing-route review.

Sample review

~20days

Freight, import duties and taxes are separate.

Conditions

Samples are typically reviewed on an approximately 20-day basis. BYBOLT may cover agreed sample manufacturing; buyer freight, import duties and taxes remain separate.

Production review

25–35days

Urgent requirements can be discussed.

Conditions

Regular production is commonly reviewed on a 25–35 day basis. Urgent requirements can be discussed against the complete specification.

Typical deposit

30%

T/T or LianLian. Balance before dispatch.

Conditions

Payment can be arranged by T/T or LianLian. A typical order uses a 30% deposit, with the balance completed before dispatch.

Technical help

Does Inconel 601 use the same standards as Inconel 600?

B166 covers stock for both grades, and the reviewed F2281 classification places both in Type III, Class A for inch fasteners. Keep N06601 explicit on a 601 order and select the final condition; a shared standard does not authorize a grade change.

What should I compare before changing a 600 bolt to 601?

Compare the process atmosphere, thermal cycling, joint load and required final properties. The oxidation-focused reason for considering 601 is one part of that review; retain the drawing, thread and acceptance requirements when comparing quotations.

Read a thread designation Metric / UNC / UNF

M12 × 1.75–6g12 mm diameter · 1.75 mm pitch · external class 6g

1/2-13 UNC-2A1/2 inch · 13 TPI · coarse · external class 2A

1/2-20 UNF-2A1/2 inch · 20 TPI · fine · external class 2A

Examples explain designations, not available sizes. Specify fine pitch explicitly. UNC and UNF do not mate; full or partial threading is a separate choice.

Thread classes and inspection ↗
Related material guides

Download the PO and receiving checklist (PDF)

Guides for your enquiry

Specify your Inconel 601 bolt

Send a drawing or add your dimensions and quantity.

Continue to enquiry ↗
Combine several products in one enquiry
Inconel 601 hex boltsEnquire ↗
Request a Quote