Nickel

Nickel based alloys

Nickel based alloys are chosen because of the corrosion resistance, heat resistance/high and low temperature properties.

Applications for nickel alloys

Nickel alloys are used in a variety of industries, such as: aircraft gas turbines, steam turbine power plants, nuclear power systems and the chemical- and petrochemical industries. Overall, nickel alloys offer a combination of strength, corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and versatility that makes them valuable in demanding industrial applications. Their properties make them suitable for environments where other materials may fail, allowing for improved performance, durability, and reliability.

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High temperature grade stainless tube

Sterling Tubes (Halesowen, UK), part of the Sandvik Group, has set up a stock of T310 stainless steel, high temperature grade seamless pipe and tube in order to supply and support independent distributor customers who specialise in and stock high-temperature alloys.

Prudential catalogue

Prudential Stainless Pipe (Avenel, New Jersey, USA) has published a new 64-page catalogue listing is recently expanded inventory.

High-temperature grade tubing

Sterling Tubes, part of the Sandvik Group, has set up a stock facility for Sterling 310, stainless steel, commercial high temperature grade tubing in order to supply its independent distributor customers.

RTI to supply titanium to Inco

RTI International Metals Inc. is to provide the titanium alloy for a USD 1.4 billion nickel-cobalt mining facility being developed by Inco Ltd. at Goro in the French Overseas Territory of New Caledonia.

New stock alloy from Philip Cornes

Nickel alloy and special stainless steels distributor Philip Cornes has announced that it now has stock availability of the nickel, chromium, molybdenum alloy C-22 (UNS N06022).

Composite beats normal electroless nickel coatings

Poeten Industries (Gloucester, UK) has introduced a new material, Apticote 425, a super-corrosion-resistant electroless nickel composite claimed to outperform traditional electroless nickel coatings by up to 20 times.

Tiny actuators with but one moving part

Addressing the large applications gap between macroscopic motors and micro-electromechanical systems, Nanomuscle actuators from Steadlands International (Northumberland, UK) use the properties of shape-memory alloys to create tiny actuators that can be produced at a fraction of the size and cost of traditional electric motors.

TW Metals expands UK stock

Investment in increasing its stocks of stainless steel instrumentation tubes has enabled TW Metals to claim the widest range available from stock in the UK.

Gibson appoints new director

Gibson Tube Inc. (North Branch, New Jersey, USA), a specialist in welded stainless steel, nickel and duplex alloy tubing, has recently opened a new office in Houston, Texas.

Major investment in Brazil

Brazilian companies that use large amounts of electric power plan to invest 4bn reais (US$1.6bn) in generation projects over the next five years.


Nickel alloys are a group of metallic materials that contain a significant amount of nickel as their primary alloying element, typically combined with other elements such as chromium, iron, copper, molybdenum, and others. These alloys exhibit unique properties that make them useful in a wide range of applications across various industries. Below we collected some key points about nickel alloys:

High Strength and Corrosion Resistance: Nickel alloys are known for their excellent combination of high strength and corrosion resistance. They can withstand harsh environments, including high temperatures, extreme pressures, and corrosive substances.

Versatile Applications: Nickel alloys find applications in diverse industries, including aerospace, chemical processing, oil and gas, power generation, marine engineering, and electronics. They are used in components such as turbine blades, valves, heat exchangers, chemical reactors, and electrical resistance wires.

Heat Resistance: Nickel alloys possess excellent heat resistance, making them suitable for high-temperature environments. They maintain their strength and structural integrity at elevated temperatures, making them ideal for applications such as gas turbines.

Corrosion Resistance: Nickel alloys have exceptional resistance to corrosion, particularly in harsh environments where other materials might fail. They resist attack from acids, alkalis, seawater, and various corrosive gases, making them valuable in chemical processing, marine, and offshore applications.

Magnetic Properties: Nickel alloys can exhibit ferromagnetic or paramagnetic properties depending on their composition and processing.

Weldability and Fabrication: Nickel alloys can be welded, allowing for the fabrication of complex structures and components. However, they require specialized welding techniques and proper heat treatment to maintain their desired properties.

Cost: Nickel alloys tend to be more expensive than common steels due to the higher cost of nickel and the complexity of their production. However, their unique properties often justify their use in critical applications where their performance outweighs the cost considerations.