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Nickel and Nickel Alloys

Nickel and nickel alloys are available in both round and flat forms and are primarily used for resistance wire applications.

Composition Nickel 201 NiMn2 80/20 NiCr
Nickel 98% 98% 80%
Iron (Fe) 0.40% 0.06%  
Copper 0.25%    
Manganese (Mn)   1.8%  
Chrome (Cr)     20%
Others Total <0.02% Balance  
 
Properties Nickel 201 NiMn2 80/20 NiCr
Resistivity at 20oC 0.085 Ω x mm2 /m 0.109 Ω x mm2 /m 1.09 Ω x mm2 /m
Temperature coeff. of resistance 0.0050 / 1oC > 20oC 0.0041 / 1oC > 20oC 0.0001 / 1oC > 20oC
Density 8.9 kg/m3 8.81 kg/m3 8.4 kg/m3
Tensile Strength in soft condition 450 – 550 N/mm2 450 – 550 N/mm2 600 – 700 N/mm2
Elongation at soft temper >25% >25% >25%

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