Description of Nickel-Vanadium Alloys
Nickel-Vanadium alloys consist of highly refined nickel and vanadium, along with minimal quantities of aluminium, silicon and tantalum. The alloy exhibits a reflective surface, and the vanadium content can be adjusted. Vanadium is one of the principal constituents employed for precipitation hardening of steel, and it may be added to improve the ductility of the metal. Nickel-Vanadium alloys are available in various forms, including ingots, plates, bars and foils.
Specifications of the Nickel-Vanadium Alloy
Element in %
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40Ni-60V
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Aluminium
|
1.50% Max.
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Vanadium
|
Minimum 60%
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Nickel
|
35% Max.
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Arsenic
|
0.004% Max.
|
Boron
|
-
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Carbon
|
0.05% Max.
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Chromium
|
0.04% Max.
|
Copper
|
-
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Iron
|
0.50% Max.
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Lead
|
0.001% Max.
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Magnesium
|
-
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Manganese
|
-
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Molybdenum
|
0.04% Max.
|
Niobium
|
-
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Phosphorus
|
-
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Selenium
|
0.002% Max.
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Silicon
|
0.30% Max.
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Silver
|
0.001% Max.
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Sulphur
|
0.03% Max.
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Tantalum
|
-
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Tin
|
0.003% Max.
|
Tungsten
|
-
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Yttrium
|
-
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Hydrogen
|
-
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Nitrogen
|
0.05% Max.
|
Oxygen
|
0.40% Max.
|
Applications of Nickel-Vanadium Alloys
- Used as semiconductors
- Utilised in magnetic materials
- Employed as superconductors
- Applied as sputter targets
- Used for memory alloys
Packaging of Nickel-Vanadium Alloys
For powder:
1 kg per bag
25 kg per metal container
100 kg or more per steel drum
All packaging materials are suitable for air, sea and road freight. For selected alloys, vacuum packaging is available. Measures are taken to ensure that no damage occurs during storage or transport.