Nickel alloy tubes
Nickel’s high solubility with other metals allows for the creation of many nickel alloys with a variety of uses.
Nickel’s versatility is one of its most valuable attributes, primarily due to its ability to form alloys with a wide range of metals. Its high solubility with copper, iron, and chromium enables the creation of numerous alloy combinations, each offering unique properties.
This adaptability makes nickel an essential component in developing specialized materials for diverse applications, from corrosion-resistant alloys used in marine environments to high-strength alloys in aerospace and industrial settings.
Our Nickel alloy products
N04400 – Nickel-copper alloy 400 – BS 3074NA13
Nickel-copper alloy 400 (UNS N04400) is renowned for its high strength and exceptional corrosion resistance across a variety of acidic and alkaline environments, particularly under reducing conditions. This alloy also boasts good ductility and thermal conductivity, making it highly versatile for demanding applications.
Its robust performance in harsh environments, combined with its mechanical properties, makes alloy 400 an ideal choice for industries such as marine engineering, chemical processing, and oil and gas, where both strength and resistance to corrosion are critical.
UNS no.
Properties *
Metric
English
Density
8.80 g/cc
0.318 lb/in³
Tensile strength – annealed min.
483 MPa
70 ksi
Tensile strength – stress relieved min.
586 MPa
85 ksi
Yield strength – annealed min.
125MPa
28 ksi
Yield strength – stress relieved min.
379 MPa
55 ksi
CTE, linear
14.2 μm/m•°C @ 100°C
7.7 in/in/°F x 10-6 @ 200°F
Specific heat capacity
445 J/kg•°C @ 100°C
0.105 Btu/lb/°F @ 200°F
Thermal conductivity
24.0 W/m•°C @ 100°C
167 Btu-in/h/ft2/°F @ 200°F
Melting point
1300 – 1350°C
2370 – 2460°F
Our Nickel alloy products
N08800 – Iron-nickel-chromium alloy 800 – BS 3074NA15
Iron-nickel-chromium alloy 800 (UNS N08800) is particularly valued for tube applications due to its excellent strength and resistance to oxidation and carburization in high-temperature environments. These properties make it ideal for use in heat exchanger and furnace tubes, where prolonged exposure to extreme heat is common.
The alloy’s stability in its austenitic structure ensures that it maintains its integrity and performance over long durations, even under severe thermal conditions. Additionally, alloy 800’s resistance to corrosion in various aqueous environments further enhances its suitability for demanding tube applications in industries such as power generation, chemical processing, and petrochemical plants.
UNS no.
Properties *
Metric
English
Density
7.94 g/cc
0.287 lb/in³
Tensile strength – min.
517 MPa
75 ksi
Yield strength – min.
207 MPa
30 ksi
CTE, linear
14.40 μm/m•°C @ @ 100°C
7.90 in/in/°F x 10-6 @ 200°F
Specific heat capacity
460 J/kg•°C @ 100°C
0.11 Btu/lb/°F @ 200°F
Thermal conductivity
13 W/m•°C @ 100°C
89 Btu-in/h/ft2/°F @ 200°F
Melting point
1357 – 1387°C
2475 – 2525°F
* The information provided on this page includes typical values which are only for general reference and information. These values are not intended for exact specification, design or engineering purposes.
OUR COPPER ALLOY PRODUCTS
We manufacture the following copper alloys:
C12200 – DHP copper –
ISO Cu-DHP
These tubes offer high thermal conductivity and resistance to corrosion.
C44300 – Admiralty brass –
ISO CuZn28Sn1
The anti-corrosive properties of Admiralty brass are well-suited to use with contaminated water.
C68700 – Aluminum brass –
ISO CuZn22AI2
Strong corrosion resistance makes this alloy excellent for use with high cooling water velocities.
C70600 – CuNi 90-10% –
ISO CuNi10Fe1Mn
Superior durability and corrosion resistance for optimal results in marine applications.
C71500 – CuNi 70-30% –
ISO CuNi30Mn1Fe
The highest durability among all copper alloys, for use in the most demanding conditions.