Vincent Metals handles Nickel 200 in rod, plate, sheet/strip, tube, and foil.
Nickel 200 is a 99.6% commercially pure nickel, hailed as one of the most durable metals in existence. Nickel 200 possesses great chemical properties and has high corrosion resistance. Additionally, it has high thermal and electrical conductivity. These qualities make Nickel 200 a material frequently used in chemical processing, power generation, and aerospace industries. Nickel 200 can be cold or hot worked and can withstand reducing chemicals. A few of the products that utilize Nickel 200 include:
- Wires
- Rocket motors
- Synthetic fiber processing
- Chemical transport drums
Chemical Data, Mechanical Properties and Specifications for Nickel 200
| Chemical Range for Nickel 200 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Element | Minimum | Maximum |
| Carbon (C) | -- | 0.15 |
| Copper (Cu) | -- | 0.25 |
| Iron (Fe) | -- | 0.4 |
| Manganese (Mn) | -- | 0.35 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 99.0 | |
| Silicon (Si) | -- | 0.35 |
| Sulphur (S) | -- | 0.01 |
| Typical Physical Data for Nickel 205 | |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.321 lb/in3 |
| Melting Point | 2615ºF-2635ºF |
| Specific Heat | 0.109 (Btu/lb · ºF) |
| Thermal Conductivity @ 70ºF | 487 (Btu · in/ft2 · h · ºF) |
| Electrical Resistivity @ 70ºF | 58 (ohm·circ mil/ft) |
| Applicable Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Rod & Bar | ASTM-B160, ASTM-B564 |
| Sheet & Plate | ASTM B162, ASTM A480 |
| Tube & Pipe | ASTM B161 |
| Forgings | ASTM B564 |