The main characteristic of Nickel 205 is its ability to withstand relatively high temperatures without deterioration.
Nickel 205 is a high-purity commercial Nickel. Nickel 205 is available in sizes down to 0.07 mm.
Physical and Mechanical Properties
| | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum continuous operating temperature in air | °C | 600 |
| Nominal composition | % | Ni > 99.5 |
| Mn 0.3 max | ||
| Fe 0.2 max | ||
| Mg 0.05 max | ||
| Cu 0.1 max | ||
| C 0.02 max | ||
| Density at 20°C | g/cm³ | 8.9 |
| Resistivity at 20°C | µΩcm | 8.75 |
| Temperature Coefficient of Resistance, 20 – 100°C | 1/K | 0.0045 |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion, 20 – 300°C | 1/K | 14.3 x 10^6 |
| Thermal conductivity at 20°C | W/mK | 71 |
| Specific heat capacity at 20°C | kJ/kgK | 0.456 |
| Melting point (approx.) | °C | 1452 |
| Tensile strength Rm, 0.5 mm wire – annealed | N/mm² | 350 |
| Tensile Strength, 0.5 mm wire – fully cold worked | N/mm² | 700 |
| Tensile Strength, 0.1 mm wire – fully cold worked | N/mm² | 1050 |
| Elongation at break, 0.5 mm wire - annealed | % | > 25 |
| Elongation at break – fully cold worked | % | 2 |
The figures given in these tables represent nominal or typical values.
Information contained within this technical data sheet is based upon the general experience of Scott Precision Wire Ltd and is believed to be correct at the time of issue.
No warranty is given or is to be implied from the details above.
Customers are advised to carry out independent tests in order to determine the suitability of any Scott Precision Wire Ltd product for an application.