From Mill to Customer: Ni200 Success Story – ASTM B160 Bright Bar Order Completed for Taiwan Market
ZYTC Alloy is proud to announce the successful completion and shipment of a Pure Ni200 Bright Bar order to Taiwan, produced in full compliance with ASTM B160 specifications. The order comprised Ni200 round Bars in size 25(-0.021/0) × 3000 mm, and the customer imposed extremely tight dimensional tolerances – which our production team satisfied with consistent accuracy.
This delivery reflects ZYTC Alloy's deep commitment to standardization, process-driven workflow, and professional craftsmanship at every stage. From incoming nickel raw material to final packaging, each step of the Ni200 manufacturing chain follows documented procedures.
What Is Ni200?
Ni200 (UNS N02200), also called Nickel 200 or commercially pure nickel, is a wrought Nickel alloy containing a minimum of 99.0% nickel. This pure nickel grade offers an outstanding balance of mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and physical properties, making it essential across many industrial sectors.
As a commercially pure wrought nickel product, Ni200 exhibits high ductility over a broad temperature range and excellent resistance to neutral and moderately reducing environments. It is ferromagnetic and provides higher thermal and electrical conductivity than most nickel-base alloys, stainless steels, and low-alloy steels.
Chemical Composition of Ni200 per ASTM B160
The composition of Ni200 is tightly controlled under ASTM B160 to ensure reproducible performance:
| Element | Min (%) | Max (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | 99.0 | – |
| Copper (Cu) | – | 0.25 |
| Iron (Fe) | – | 0.40 |
| Carbon (C) | – | 0.15 |
| Silicon (Si) | – | 0.35 |
| Manganese (Mn) | – | 0.35 |
| Sulfur (S) | – | 0.01 |
Typical nickel purity often exceeds 99.6%, which guarantees stable conductivity, robust corrosion resistance, and consistent mechanical behavior. Low gas content further improves the integrity of Ni200 during welding and forming.
Mechanical Properties of Ni200 (Annealed Bar – ASTM B160)
For annealed bar products, ASTM B160 sets the following minimum mechanical requirements:
| Property | Minimum Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 55 ksi (380 MPa) |
| Yield Strength (0.2% offset) | 15 ksi (105 MPa) |
| Elongation | 40% |
Typical annealed Ni200 values range from 55–75 ksi tensile, 15–30 ksi yield, and 55–40% elongation. The alloy retains good strength up to moderate temperatures, although service above 315°C (600°F) is generally avoided due to possible graphitization.
Physical Properties of Ni200
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 8.89 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 1446°C (2635°F) |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 204 kN/mm² (29,588 ksi) |
| Electrical Resistivity | 9.6 μΩ·cm |
| Thermal Conductivity | 70.2 W/m·°C |
| Coefficient of Expansion | 13.3 μm/m·°C (20–100°C) |
Additionally, Ni200 offers good magnetostrictive behavior, low work-hardening rate, and excellent formability – all of which are valued in electrical and electronic applications.
Key Applications of Ni200
Thanks to its unique property profile, Ni200 is widely used in:
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Chemical processing: reactors, tanks, and piping for caustic alkaline services, especially sodium hydroxide
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Electronics: battery terminals, lead wires, heating element connections, and other electrical components
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Food equipment: where purity and corrosion resistance are critical
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Aerospace: aircraft and missile structural parts
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Synthetic fiber production: equipment for viscose rayon manufacturing
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Marine environments: components exposed to salt water and humid atmospheres
The alloy shows exceptional resistance to caustic alkalis (even molten), as well as good performance in many acid, alkaline, and neutral salt solutions.
ZYTC Alloy's Full Ni200 Product Range
We manufacture Ni200 in virtually all mill forms, including:
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Ni200 strips and ribbons
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Ni200 wires and rods
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Ni200 tubes and pipes
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Custom Ni200 parts produced to customer drawings
All production strictly follows ASTM B160 and other relevant nickel standards. Every batch is processed via controlled melting, hot rolling, and precision machining to achieve uniform grain structure, tight tolerances, and superior surface finish.
Quality Assurance and Full Traceability
ZYTC Alloy enforces a standardized, documented, and professional production and inspection system for every Ni200 order. Each product is accompanied by complete production records that enable full traceability – from melt source to final dimensional check. The recently completed Ni200 Bright Bar order for Taiwan (size 25(-0.021/0)×3000 mm, per ASTM B160) passed all inspections with zero deviations, demonstrating our ability to handle the most demanding customer specifications.
Why Partner with ZYTC Alloy for Ni200?
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Fast delivery – competitive lead times
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Competitive pricing – cost-effective nickel solutions
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High quality – strict adherence to ASTM B160 and international norms
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Custom manufacturing – we produce Ni200 to your drawings
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Full traceability – detailed records for every lot
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Professional support – technical expertise for your nickel alloy applications
Contact ZYTC Alloy today for any Ni200 requirement – whether standard Bright Bar, plate, wire, or custom-engineered components. We deliver quality and reliability you can count on.
