| Property | Nickel-based Alloy Rods |
| Material Composition | Primarily made of nickel with other elements such as iron, chromium, molybdenum, and sometimes cobalt or titanium. Common alloys include Inconel, Hastelloy, and Monel. |
| Diameter Range | Typically ranges from 5 mm to 250 mm or more, depending on the specific alloy and application requirements. |
| Applications | Used in the manufacturing of shafts, bolts, fasteners, valve stems, springs, and other high-strength components in industries like aerospace, chemical processing, and power generation. |
| Mechanical Properties | High strength, excellent toughness, good ductility, and resistance to wear and deformation, even under extreme conditions. |
| Corrosion Resistance | Highly resistant to oxidation and corrosion in harsh environments such as high-temperature and corrosive media (e.g., acidic, alkaline environments). |
| Thermal Resistance | Excellent thermal stability, withstanding high temperatures (up to 1000°C or more) without losing strength or becoming brittle. |
| Forming & Fabrication | Can be forged, hot-rolled, cold-rolled, or machined into various shapes. Nickel-based alloy rods are versatile and can be heat treated for additional strength. |
| Heat Treatment | Can be heat-treated to improve mechanical properties such as hardness and tensile strength. Typically annealed or solution-treated depending on the alloy. |
| Welding & Joining | Generally weldable with special techniques (e.g., TIG or MIG) for specific alloys, providing strong joints in critical applications. |
| Examples of Alloys | Inconel 600, Inconel 718, Hastelloy C-276, Monel 400, Nimonic 90. |
| Cost | Higher cost compared to regular carbon steel due to the high nickel content and manufacturing processes involved. |
| Common Standards | ASTM B166, ASTM B472, AST |