Nickel 200 Round Bar UNS N02200 2.4066 ASTM B160 Standard Nickel Alloy Round Bar

Nickel 200 Round Bar is a solid, cylindrical bar made from commercially pure nickel (99.6% nickel content). It is a high-performance material known for its excellent corrosion resistance, high thermal and electrical conductivity, and good mechanical properties. Nickel 200 is widely used in industries that require resistance to corrosive environments and high temperatures.

Material Composition:

The chemical composition of Nickel 200 typically includes:

Nickel (Ni): 99.6% min

Carbon (C): 0.15% max

Iron (Fe): 0.40% max

Manganese (Mn): 0.35% max

Silicon (Si): 0.35% max

Copper (Cu): 0.25% max

Sulfur (S): 0.01% max

Key Properties:

• Excellent Corrosion Resistance:

Nickel 200 is highly resistant to corrosion in a wide range of environments, including alkaline solutions, neutral and acidic salts, and organic acids.

It performs well in reducing environments but is less suitable for oxidizing conditions.

• High Thermal and Electrical Conductivity:

Nickel 200 has excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, making it suitable for applications in electronics and heat exchangers.

• Good Mechanical Properties:

Nickel 200 offers good strength and ductility, even at elevated temperatures.

Typical mechanical properties:

Tensile Strength: 462 MPa (67 ksi)

Yield Strength: 148 MPa (21.5 ksi)

Elongation: 47%

• Low Gas Content:

Nickel 200 has low gas content, making it suitable for applications requiring high purity, such as in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

• Magnetic Permeability:

Nickel 200 is non-magnetic at room temperature, making it suitable for applications where magnetic interference must be minimized.

Applications:

Nickel 200 Round Bar is used in a variety of industries and applications, including:

• Chemical Processing: For equipment such as reactors, heat exchangers, and piping systems exposed to corrosive chemicals.
• Electronics: For components requiring high electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance.
• Food and Pharmaceutical Industries: For equipment requiring high purity and resistance to corrosion.
• Aerospace: For components exposed to high temperatures and corrosive environments.
• Marine Engineering: For parts exposed to seawater and marine atmospheres.
• Power Generation: For heat exchangers and other components in power plants.

Standards and Specifications:

• ASTM B160: Standard specification for nickel rod and bar.
• ASME SB160: Equivalent to ASTM B160, used for pressure vessel and boiler applications.
• UNS N02200: Unified Numbering System designation for Nickel 200.

Advantages:

• Excellent corrosion resistance in a wide range of environments.
• High thermal and electrical conductivity.
• Good mechanical properties at both room and elevated temperatures.
• Suitable for high-purity applications.