Nickle

Nickel is a silvery-white metal known for its corrosion resistance, strength, and durability. It is widely used in alloys such as stainless steel, coinage, and batteries due to its ability to withstand extreme temperatures and resist oxidation. Nickel is also magnetic and plays a key role in producing high-strength materials for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. Its resistance to corrosion makes it ideal for marine environments, chemical processing, and energy industries. Nickel is used in electroplating to enhance the appearance and durability of metals. Due to its ability to form alloys with many metals, it is highly versatile and valuable in various manufacturing processes. Nickel is also essential for producing rechargeable batteries like those used in electric vehicles and electronics.

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Equivalent

Alloy British Standard Werkstoff Nr UNS Designation
Ni 200/201 BS 3075 (NA11) 2.4060 N02200 / N02201
Ni 205 / 205 LC 2.4061 N02205

Chemical Compositions

Alloy Ni Mn Fe Si Cu C Ti
Ni 200 Min 99.2 Max 0.30 Max 0.20 Max 0.10 Max 0.20 Max 0.10 Max 0.10
Ni 201 Min 99.2 Max 0.30 Max 0.20 Max 0.10 Max 0.20 Max 0.05 Max 0.10
Ni 205 Min 99.6 Max 0.20 Max 0.20 Max 0.10 Max 0.10 Max 0.05 Max 0.05
Ni 205 LC Min 99.6 Max 0.20 Max 0.20 Max 0.10 Max 0.10 Max 0.02 Max 0.05

Mechanical Properties

Alloy Tensile Strength (N/mm²) Elongation % at L₀ = 100 mm
Min Max Min Max
Ni 200 / 201 400 550 20 30
Ni 205 / 205 LC 400 530 20 30