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Grades: Inconel 625 (UNS N06625), Monel 400 (UNS N04400)
Inox Steel India is a trusted manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of Nickel Alloy Forged Bars, supplying high-performance forged solutions in Inconel 625 and Monel 400 to industries across India, GCC, Middle East, Africa, Europe, and North & South America.
Nickel alloy forged bars are engineered for extreme corrosion, high-temperature, and high-stress environments, where conventional stainless or alloy steels fail. These alloys deliver exceptional resistance to oxidation, pitting, crevice corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking, along with superior mechanical stability.
At Inox Steel India, nickel alloy forged bars are produced using controlled hot forging and precise heat treatment, ensuring compliance with ASTM and ASME standards and consistent performance in critical applications.
🔧 What Are Nickel Alloy Forged Bars?
Nickel alloy forged bars are solid metal sections manufactured by hot forging nickel-based alloy billets under high compressive force, refining grain structure and eliminating internal defects.
Compared to steel-based alloys, nickel alloy forged bars provide:
These properties make nickel alloy forged bars essential for aerospace, offshore, chemical processing, marine, and energy industries.
⚙️ Manufacturing Process Followed at Inox Steel India
1️⃣ Billet Selection
Certified billets conforming to Inconel 625 (UNS N06625) and Monel 400 (UNS N04400) chemistry are sourced from approved mills.
2️⃣ Hot Forging
Billets are forged using open-die or closed-die forging, ensuring uniform grain flow and internal integrity.
3️⃣ Heat Treatment
4️⃣ Rough Machining (Optional)
Forged bars can be supplied in rough-machined condition for efficient CNC processing.
5️⃣ Inspection & Testing
All bars undergo UT, PMI, mechanical testing, and dimensional inspection.
⭐ Key Advantages of Nickel Alloy Forged Bars
✔ Exceptional resistance to corrosion and oxidation
✔ High mechanical strength at elevated temperatures
✔ Superior fatigue and creep resistance
✔ Excellent performance in seawater and chemical media
✔ Reliable service life in extreme environments
✔ Reduced maintenance and downtime
MASTER TECHNICAL DATASHEET – NICKEL ALLOY FORGED BARS
Grades: Inconel 625 (UNS N06625) · Monel 400 (UNS N04400) | Inox Steel India
| Parameter | Inconel 625 Forged Bars | Monel 400 Forged Bars |
|---|---|---|
| Material Type | Nickel–Chromium–Molybdenum Alloy | Nickel–Copper Alloy |
| Standard / Specification | ASTM B446 / ASTM B564 | ASTM B164 / ASTM B564 |
| UNS Designation | N06625 | N04400 |
| Product Form | Forged Bars | Forged Bars |
| Forging Process | Open Die / Closed Die Forging | Open Die / Closed Die Forging |
| Supply Condition | Solution Annealed | Annealed |
| Diameter Range | 30 mm – 700 mm | 30 mm – 650 mm |
| Length | Random / Cut Lengths | Random / Cut Lengths |
| Yield Strength (MPa) | ≥ 414 MPa | ≥ 240 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | ≥ 827 MPa | ≥ 550 MPa |
| Elongation (%) | ≥ 30% | ≥ 35% |
| Hardness | ≤ 220 HB | ≤ 185 HB |
| Corrosion Resistance | Exceptional (Oxidation, Pitting, SCC) | Excellent (Seawater, HF Acid) |
| Temperature Service | Up to 980 °C | Up to 540 °C |
| Creep Resistance | Excellent | Moderate |
| Fatigue Resistance | Very High | High |
| Machinability | Moderate | Good |
| Testing Performed | UT, PMI, Mechanical | UT, PMI, Mechanical |
| Inspection Standard | ASTM | ASTM |
| Certification | EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 | EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 |
| Typical End Use | Aerospace, Offshore, Chemical | Marine, Chemical, Heat Exchangers |
| HS / HSN Code | 7505 / 7228 | 7505 / 7228 |
🧪 Grade-Wise Overview & Selection Guidance
🔹 Inconel 625 Forged Bars
Inconel 625 is a nickel–chromium–molybdenum alloy offering outstanding strength and corrosion resistance across a wide temperature range. It is widely used in aerospace components, offshore structures, chemical processing equipment, and high-temperature applications.
🔹 Monel 400 Forged Bars
Monel 400 is a nickel–copper alloy known for excellent resistance to seawater, hydrofluoric acid, and alkalis. It is commonly used in marine hardware, heat exchangers, pumps, and chemical processing equipment.
🌍 Global & Indian Demand Insight
In India, nickel alloy forged bars are used in offshore oil & gas, chemical plants, power stations, and marine industries, particularly in coastal and refinery zones.
International demand includes:
Inox Steel India supports global supply with ready stock and export dispatch via JNPT, Mundra, and Hazira ports.
Nickel Alloy Forged Bars – Applications, Sizes, Pricing & Quality
Nickel Alloy Forged Bars supplied by Inox Steel India are designed for extreme corrosion resistance, high-temperature strength, and long-term reliability in the most aggressive industrial environments. Each grade is selected based on chemical exposure, operating temperature, pressure, and fatigue requirements, ensuring safe and consistent performance in critical applications.
🧩 Applications by Grade & Industry
🔹 Inconel 625 Forged Bars (UNS N06625)
Service Focus: High-temperature, high-stress, and severe corrosion service
Typical Applications:
Industries Served:
Aerospace | Offshore Oil & Gas | Chemical Processing | Power & Energy | Marine
🔹 Monel 400 Forged Bars (UNS N04400)
Service Focus: Seawater, chemical, and alkaline environments
Typical Applications:
Industries Served:
Marine & Offshore | Chemical | Desalination | Oil & Gas | Heat Transfer Equipment
📐 Size & Dimensional Range
Inox Steel India supplies nickel alloy forged bars in standard and custom-engineered dimensions, suitable for rough machining or precision CNC manufacturing.
| Form | Size Range |
|---|---|
| Forged Round Bars | 30 mm – 700 mm Ø |
| Forged Square Bars | 30 mm – 500 mm |
| Forged Flat Bars | Up to 550 mm width |
| Custom Forged Shapes | As per drawings |
| Rough Machined Bars | As per machining allowance |
📌 Near-net forgings and custom cut lengths available on request.
💰 Nickel Alloy Forged Bars – Indicative Price Range (2025)
| Grade | Price Range (INR / Kg) | Price Range (USD / Kg) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inconel 625 | ₹ 2,400 – ₹ 3,200 | $ 28.50 – $ 38.00 | High-performance nickel alloy |
| Monel 400 | ₹ 1,600 – ₹ 2,200 | $ 19.00 – $ 26.00 | Marine & chemical resistant |
🧾 Prices vary depending on size, heat treatment, testing, machining, and quantity.
🔢 HS / HSN Code – Nickel Alloy Forged Bars
🧪 Testing & Quality Assurance
All nickel alloy forged bars supplied by Inox Steel India undergo strict quality control and testing to meet international standards.
Standard Tests Conducted:
✔ Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
✔ Positive Material Identification (PMI)
✔ Tensile, Yield & Elongation Tests
✔ Hardness Testing
✔ Dimensional & Visual Inspection
Optional Third-Party Inspection:
SGS · TUV · BV · DNV · Lloyd’s
All materials are supplied with EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 Mill Test Certificates.
🚢 Packaging & Export Readiness
Ports of Dispatch: JNPT (Mumbai) · Mundra · Hazira
Nickel Alloy Forged Bars Manufacturer & Exporter – Inox Steel India
🏭 Why Choose Inox Steel India for Nickel Alloy Forged Bars?
Inox Steel India is a trusted manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of nickel alloy forged bars, serving industries where material failure is not an option and performance under extreme conditions is critical.
Our key strengths include:
✔ Approved nickel-alloy forging sources with strict chemistry control
✔ Expertise in solution annealing and annealing cycles
✔ Capability to supply large-diameter and heavy-section forgings
✔ Full compliance with ASTM, ASME & international standards
✔ EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 certification with complete traceability
✔ Competitive pricing for high-value nickel alloys
✔ Proven export experience in offshore, marine & aerospace sectors
We focus on supplying high-integrity nickel alloy forgings that perform reliably in corrosive, high-temperature, and high-stress environments.
🧩 Industries & Applications Served
| Industry | Application | Preferred Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Offshore Oil & Gas | Subsea connectors, manifolds | Inconel 625 |
| Marine Engineering | Shafts, propeller & seawater parts | Monel 400 |
| Chemical Processing | Reactors, heat exchangers | Inconel 625 |
| Desalination Plants | Pumps, valves, fittings | Monel 400 |
| Aerospace | Structural & engine components | Inconel 625 |
| Power & Energy | High-temp pressure components | Inconel 625 |
| Heat Transfer Equipment | Tubesheets, fittings | Monel 400 |
Yes. Nickel alloys provide better strength retention and corrosion resistance at elevated temperatures. Yes. We supply near-net and rough-machined forgings as per customer drawings. HSN code is 7505 (final classification depends on supply condition). Yes. PMI and UT are standard for all nickel alloy forgings. Yes. We export to GCC, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Are nickel alloy forged bars stronger than stainless steel?
Can nickel alloy forged bars be supplied in rough-machined condition?
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Do you perform PMI and UT testing?
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