Nickel Foil (0.1–0.5 mm) – Industrial & High Purity
Nickel foil in the thickness range of 0.1–0.5 mm is a versatile material widely used across industrial, chemical, aerospace, and electronics applications due to its excellent mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and thermal/electrical conductivity. When manufactured to high purity standards, it offers enhanced performance for critical environments.
Key Features:
Thickness Range: 0.1 mm to 0.5 mm
Purity Levels: Typically ≥99.0% (commercial grade), up to ≥99.9% (high purity)
Forms Available: Coils, sheets, strips, or custom-cut shapes
Surface Finish: Bright annealed, matte, or as-rolled depending on application needs
Standard Sizes: Widths from 10 mm to 600 mm; lengths customized per request
Material Properties:
|
Property |
Value / Description |
|---|---|
|
Melting Point |
~1455 °C |
|
Density |
8.908 g/cm³ |
|
Electrical Resistivity |
~6.84 × 10⁻⁸ Ω·m |
|
Thermal Conductivity |
~90.7 W/m·K |
|
Tensile Strength |
380–550 MPa (annealed condition may vary) |
|
Elongation at Break |
20–40% |
|
Corrosion Resistance |
Excellent in alkaline, acidic (non-oxidizing), and chloride environments |
Applications:
Industrial Uses:
Chemical Processing: Reaction vessels, heat exchangers, lining for corrosive environments
Battery Manufacturing: Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) and nickel-cadmium (NiCd) batteries
Electroplating: Anode materials and plating baths
Furnace Components: Fixtures, baffles, and supports in high-temp furnaces
High-Purity Uses:
Electronics: Precision shims, shielding components, and contacts in semiconductors
Aerospace & Defense: EMI/RFI shielding, sensors, and specialized connectors
Medical Devices: Biocompatible components in instruments and diagnostic equipment
Research & Labware: Crucibles, boats, and evaporation materials in vacuum systems
Grades & Specifications:
ASTM B162: Standard specification for nickel plate, sheet, and strip
ASTM F106: Specification for nickel-chromium-iron alloy and nickel-chromium-cobalt-molybdenum alloy strip used in electronic applications
UNS N02200/N02201: Common designations for commercially pure nickel (Ni 200/201)
Handling & Fabrication:
Easily formed, rolled, cut, and welded using conventional techniques
Can be cleaned with standard solvents or acid pickling for oxide removal
Requires care during handling due to potential for work hardening
Storage Recommendations:
Store in a dry, non-reactive environment to prevent contamination
Avoid contact with sulfur-containing compounds and strong acids (e.g., nitric acid) unless passivated
Suppliers & Customization:
Available from specialty metal suppliers and manufacturers who offer:
Custom dimensions and tolerances
Slitting and shearing services
Surface treatment options (polishing, coating)
Certifications (Material Test Reports, RoHS, REACH compliance)
If you need assistance selecting the right thickness, grade, or format for your specific use case, feel free to provide more details about your application.