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What are nickel alloys?

Nickel-based alloys are a group of metallic materials composed primarily of nickel with the addition of various other elements. These alloys exhibit exceptional corrosion resistance, high-temperature strength, and excellent mechanical properties. They are widely used in industries such as aerospace, chemical processing, power generation, and oil and gas. Nickel-based alloys can be tailored to meet specific requirements by adjusting the composition and heat treatment processes.

Why select nickel based alloys?

There are several reasons to select nickel alloys or Ni-hard for various applications: the corrosion resistance, high-temperature strength, oxidation resistance, it’s versatility, high strength and toughness, the compatibility with other materials and finally its electrical and magnetic properties.

Alloy 330 plates

Sandmeyer Steel Co. has added Alloy 330 to its extensive line of heat resistant stainless steel and nickel alloy plate products.

SS market remains dull

According to Meps, world output of crude stainless steel in the first half of this year was recently reported to have reached 12.9 million tonnes, an increase of almost 6% on the same period of 2004.

KTM motorcycles

KTM sports motorcycles use sheeting and piping made from special, high-alloy or standard steels and are welded by 160 qualified welders of both sexes.

Baker oil tools plants

Two Baker oil tools plants in Scotland - one at Bridge of Don near Aberdeen and the other at East Kilbride - manufacture down-hole completions and other equipment for export to oil fields around the world.

Corrosion resistance chains

Based on its experience of supplying attachment chains to the food and packaging industry, power transmission specialist Cross+Morse, has extended its range to include stainless steel and corrosion protection chains; and introduced a manufacturing technique for associated attachments.

Instrumentation for Kashagan field

Parker Instrumentation has signed a framework agreement for the supply of the instrumentation valves, manifolds and tube fittings for the giant Kashagan oil project in Kazakhstan.

SS strip materials

Sandvik Materials Technology has introduced a new product form and launched a range of surface engineered stainless steel strip materials.

Clasp locks off switches

Castell Iso-Lok (UK) has introduced a “thin-haspâ€? Multi-Clasp for machine isolation.

Low cost duplex hollow sections

Stalatube Oy has the capability to manufacture square and rectangular hollow sections in a new grade called ’Lean duplex’.

New CLIX plug connectors

Stahl Schaltgerate (Germany) has launched an updated version of its mini CLIX plug connector system.


Nickel alloys or Ni-Hard find extensive use in a wide range of applications across various industries due to their desirable properties. Some common applications include:

Aerospace Industry: Nickel alloys are utilized in aircraft engines, gas turbines, and other aerospace components due to their high-temperature strength, corrosion resistance, and excellent mechanical properties.

Chemical Processing: Nickel alloys are well-suited for chemical plants where they are used in reactors, heat exchangers, piping systems, and valves. Their exceptional resistance to corrosion and high-temperature environments make them ideal for handling corrosive chemicals and acids.

Oil and Gas Industry: Nickel alloys are crucial in this industry for applications such as oil well drilling tools, valves, pumps, and tubing. Their resistance to corrosion, high strength, and ability to withstand harsh environments make them suitable for offshore and onshore operations.

Power Generation: Nickel alloys are used in power plants, particularly in turbines, generators, and heat exchangers. Their high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance make them ideal for efficient energy production.

Medical Industry: Nickel alloys find applications in medical devices such as implants, surgical instruments, and dental equipment. They offer biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and mechanical strength necessary for medical applications.

Automotive Industry: Nickel alloys are employed in exhaust systems, catalytic converters, and engine components due to their high-temperature strength and corrosion resistance.

Marine Industry: Nickel alloys are used in marine applications, including shipbuilding and offshore structures, due to their resistance to seawater corrosion and high strength.

These are just a few examples, and nickel alloys have numerous other applications in fields such as desalination, food processing, nuclear power, and more.