Inconel Pressure Relief Valve

Grade: 600 Grade: 625 Grade: 718 Grade: 800 Grade: 825

Manufactured for high-temperature, high-strength and corrosive services where nickel-chromium alloy performance is required. Inconel pressure relief valves are suited for thermal cycling, oxidation resistance and demanding process environments.

Technical Specifications: Inconel Pressure Relief Valve

Design & Configuration
DESIGN TYPE: ANGLE TYPE & STRAIGHT BODY CONSTRUCTION: FORGED BAR STOCK / FORGING VALVE TYPE: PRV (PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE) SPRING: COLOURED SPRING FOR DIFFERENT SET PRESSURES
Materials Overview (Inconel Focus)
MAIN GRADES: INCONEL 600 / 625 / 718 / 800 / 825 SEAL MATERIAL: VITON, PTFE, NITRILE, EPDM, PEEK, METAL SEAT, KALREZ
Operating Ratings & Set Pressures
PRESSURE RATING: UPTO 10,000 PSI (700 BAR) SET PRESSURES: 15 PSI TO 10,000 PSI / 1 BAR TO 700 BAR TEMPERATURE RATING: (-30) DEG C TO +350 DEG CELCIUS
Size & End Connections
SIZE RANGE: 1/8" TO 2" & 3 MM TO 50 MM CONNECTION TYPE: THREADED, TUBE FITTING, FLANGE END, BUTTWELD & SOCKETWELD PORT CONFIGURATION: MALE X FEMALE, TUBE END, FEMALE X FEMALE, FLANGED THREAD TYPE: NPT, BSPP, BSPT, METRIC & OTHER
Compliance, Finish & Traceability
BRAND: Pipe-Lok Vales & Fittings SURFACE FINISH: ELECTROPLATED, SHOT BLASTED TRACEABILITY: Pipe-Lok Vales & Fittings LOGO, MATERIAL GRADE, SET PRESSURE, CONNECTION SIZE, LOT NUMBER CERTIFICATION: NACE COMPLIANCE / ON REQUEST
Drawing / Datasheet
ON REQUEST

Types of Inconel Pressure Relief Valves

High-Performance Flow & Safety Instrumentation Solutions

Male x Female Pressure Relief Valve
Male x Female Pressure Relief Valve
Tube End Pressure Relief Valve
Tube End Pressure Relief Valve
Female x Female Pressure Relief Valve
Female x Female Pressure Relief Valve
Flanged Pressure Relief Valve
Flanged Pressure Relief Valve

Chemical Composition: Inconel 600 (UNS N06600)

Inconel 600 is a nickel-chromium alloy offering good oxidation resistance at high temperature along with freedom from chloride stress corrosion cracking.

Element Weight Percentage (%)
Nickel (Ni) 72.0 min
Chromium (Cr) 14.0 - 17.0
Iron (Fe) 6.0 - 10.0
Carbon (C) 0.15 max
Manganese (Mn) 1.00 max
Silicon (Si) 0.50 max
Copper (Cu) 0.50 max
Sulfur (S) 0.015 max

*Composition limits are as per the applicable ASTM/ASME specification for UNS N06600; actual limits may vary depending on valve component and product form.

Mechanical Properties: Inconel 600 (UNS N06600)

Inconel 600 retains useful strength and high ductility from cryogenic temperatures up to around 1100°C, suiting it to high temperature relief valve service.

Property Typical / Minimum Value
Tensile Strength 550 MPa min
0.2% Yield Strength 240 MPa min
Elongation 30% min
Hardness Approx. 150 HB
Density Approx. 8.47 g/cm³

*Mechanical requirements depend on product form, heat treatment and applicable ASTM/ASME specification. Confirm final values against the material specification used for the pressure relief valve component.

Chemical Composition: Inconel 625 (UNS N06625)

Inconel 625 is a nickel-chromium-molybdenum-niobium alloy offering high strength, oxidation resistance and excellent resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion.

Element Weight Percentage (%)
Nickel (Ni) 58.0 min
Chromium (Cr) 20.0 - 23.0
Molybdenum (Mo) 8.0 - 10.0
Niobium + Tantalum 3.15 - 4.15
Iron (Fe) 5.00 max
Carbon (C) 0.10 max
Manganese (Mn) 0.50 max
Silicon (Si) 0.50 max
Aluminum (Al) 0.40 max
Titanium (Ti) 0.40 max

*Composition limits are indicative for the listed grade family; applicable product specifications may vary depending on valve component and product form.

Mechanical Properties: Inconel 625 (UNS N06625)

Inconel 625 provides high tensile strength and excellent fatigue resistance without relying on precipitation hardening.

Property Typical / Minimum Value
Tensile Strength 827 MPa min
0.2% Yield Strength 414 MPa min
Elongation 30% min
Hardness Approx. 220 HB max
Density Approx. 8.44 g/cm3

*Mechanical requirements depend on product form, heat treatment and applicable ASTM/ASME specification. Confirm final values against the material specification used for the pressure relief valve component.

Chemical Composition: Inconel 718 (UNS N07718)

Inconel 718 is a precipitation hardenable nickel-chromium alloy strengthened by niobium, molybdenum, titanium and aluminium additions, giving very high strength up to approximately 700°C.

Element Weight Percentage (%)
Nickel (Ni) 50.0 - 55.0
Chromium (Cr) 17.0 - 21.0
Niobium + Tantalum (Nb+Ta) 4.75 - 5.50
Molybdenum (Mo) 2.80 - 3.30
Titanium (Ti) 0.65 - 1.15
Aluminium (Al) 0.20 - 0.80
Cobalt (Co) 1.00 max
Manganese (Mn) 0.35 max
Silicon (Si) 0.35 max
Copper (Cu) 0.30 max
Carbon (C) 0.08 max
Phosphorus (P) 0.015 max
Sulfur (S) 0.015 max
Boron (B) 0.006 max
Iron (Fe) Balance

*Composition limits are as per the applicable ASTM/ASME specification for UNS N07718; actual limits may vary depending on valve component and product form.

Mechanical Properties: Inconel 718 (UNS N07718)

In the solution treated and aged condition Inconel 718 offers the highest strength of the Inconel range, making it the preferred choice for springs, stems and high-pressure relief valve internals.

Property Typical / Minimum Value
Tensile Strength 1275 MPa min
0.2% Yield Strength 1035 MPa min
Elongation 12% min
Hardness 331 HB min
Density Approx. 8.19 g/cm³

*Mechanical requirements depend on product form, heat treatment and applicable ASTM/ASME specification. Confirm final values against the material specification used for the pressure relief valve component.

Chemical Composition: Incoloy 800 (UNS N08800)

Incoloy 800 is an iron-nickel-chromium alloy with controlled aluminium and titanium levels, providing good resistance to oxidation and carburisation at elevated temperature.

Element Weight Percentage (%)
Nickel (Ni) 30.0 - 35.0
Chromium (Cr) 19.0 - 23.0
Iron (Fe) 39.5 min
Aluminium (Al) 0.15 - 0.60
Titanium (Ti) 0.15 - 0.60
Manganese (Mn) 1.50 max
Silicon (Si) 1.00 max
Copper (Cu) 0.75 max
Carbon (C) 0.10 max
Sulfur (S) 0.015 max

*Composition limits are as per the applicable ASTM/ASME specification for UNS N08800; actual limits may vary depending on valve component and product form.

Mechanical Properties: Incoloy 800 (UNS N08800)

Incoloy 800 offers stable strength and good creep resistance during prolonged exposure at high temperature, with high ductility in the annealed condition.

Property Typical / Minimum Value
Tensile Strength 520 MPa min
0.2% Yield Strength 205 MPa min
Elongation 30% min
Hardness Approx. 150 HB
Density Approx. 7.94 g/cm³

*Mechanical requirements depend on product form, heat treatment and applicable ASTM/ASME specification. Confirm final values against the material specification used for the pressure relief valve component.

Chemical Composition: Incoloy 825 (UNS N08825)

Incoloy 825 is a nickel-iron-chromium alloy with molybdenum, copper and titanium additions, giving excellent resistance to both reducing and oxidising acids and to chloride stress corrosion cracking.

Element Weight Percentage (%)
Nickel (Ni) 38.0 - 46.0
Chromium (Cr) 19.5 - 23.5
Iron (Fe) 22.0 min
Molybdenum (Mo) 2.5 - 3.5
Copper (Cu) 1.5 - 3.0
Titanium (Ti) 0.6 - 1.2
Manganese (Mn) 1.00 max
Silicon (Si) 0.50 max
Aluminium (Al) 0.20 max
Carbon (C) 0.05 max
Sulfur (S) 0.03 max

*Composition limits are as per the applicable ASTM/ASME specification for UNS N08825; actual limits may vary depending on valve component and product form.

Mechanical Properties: Incoloy 825 (UNS N08825)

Incoloy 825 combines moderate strength with very high ductility and dependable corrosion performance in sulphuric and phosphoric acid service.

Property Typical / Minimum Value
Tensile Strength 586 MPa min
0.2% Yield Strength 241 MPa min
Elongation 30% min
Hardness Approx. 150 HB
Density Approx. 8.14 g/cm³

*Mechanical requirements depend on product form, heat treatment and applicable ASTM/ASME specification. Confirm final values against the material specification used for the pressure relief valve component.

Applications of Inconel Pressure Relief Valves

Designed for demanding pressure systems where material compatibility, corrosion resistance and reliable pressure protection are essential.

High Temperature Service

Used in heated process lines, thermal cycling systems and oxidation-prone environments.

01

Oil & Gas

Suitable for sour, chloride and high-pressure production equipment.

02

Chemical Processing

Reliable in corrosive process media where nickel alloy resistance is required.

03

Aerospace & Turbine

Selected for high-strength and heat-resistant pressure components.

04

Marine

Used in seawater-exposed systems requiring pitting and crevice corrosion resistance.

05

Power Generation

Suitable for boiler, steam and auxiliary high-temperature systems.

06

Swagelok® Equivalent Pressure Relief Valve Part Numbers

Pipe-Lok Vales & Fittings manufactures high-quality alternatives to the following standard industry part numbers

Swagelok Part No. Pipe-Lok Vales & Fittings Equivalent Availability
SS-4R3AAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A1Available Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A5Available Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A5-BUAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A5-EPAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A5-KZAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A5-NEAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A5-RTAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A-BUAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A-EPAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-4R3A-KZAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-6R3A-MMAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-8R3A-MMAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-R4M8F8Available Ready to Ship
SS-R4M8S8Available Ready to Ship
SS-R4S8Available Ready to Ship
SS-R4S12MMAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-RL3M4-F4Available Ready to Ship
SS-RL3M4F4-RTAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-RL3M4-S4Available Ready to Ship
SS-RL3S4Available Ready to Ship
SS-RL3S4-SC11Available Ready to Ship
SS-RL3S4-EPAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-RL3S4-MOAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-RL3S4-KZ-11002Available Ready to Ship
SS-RL3S6MMAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-RL3S8MMAvailable Ready to Ship
SS-RL4M8F8Available Ready to Ship
SS-RL4MR8Available Ready to Ship
SS-RL4S8Available Ready to Ship
SS-RL4S12MMAvailable Ready to Ship
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