Cell Lab 3N8 (99.98%) Nickel Wire for Thin Films, Vacuum Deposition, Electronics and Battery Research with High Purity and Stability
Cell Lab 3N8 (99.98%) Nickel Wire for Thin Films, Vacuum Deposition, Electronics and Battery Research with High Purity and Stability

Cell Lab 3N8 (99.98%) Nickel (Ni) Wire Evaporation Materials

Cell Lab 3N8 (99.98%) Nickel (Ni) Wire Evaporation Materials [0.5 mm Dia × 20 m L] High-Purity Nickel Wire for Vacuum Coating and Electronic Applications General Description Cell Lab 3N8 (99.98%) Nickel (Ni) Wire is a silvery-white, lustrous metal with a...
Vendor: Cell Lab
SKU: ST0065
Product type: Evaporation Materials
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Cell Lab 3N8 (99.98%) Nickel (Ni) Wire Evaporation Materials [0.5 mm Dia × 20 m L]

High-Purity Nickel Wire for Vacuum Coating and Electronic Applications

General Description

Cell Lab 3N8 (99.98%) Nickel (Ni) Wire is a silvery-white, lustrous metal with a slight golden tint, engineered for vacuum evaporation, thin-film deposition, and surface coating applications. Nickel’s combination of ductility, corrosion resistance, and thermal stability makes it one of the most widely used materials in microelectronics, fuel cells, solar collectors, and battery research.

This high-purity Ni wire is also used in hydrogenation catalysis, rechargeable battery cathodes, and alloy coating to improve the corrosion resistance and adhesion of steel, aluminium, and magnesium alloys. Its smooth, uniform composition ensures clean, stable evaporation behaviour and superior coating adhesion.

Key Features

  • High Purity (99.98%) – Ensures minimal contamination and stable electrical properties.

  • Excellent Corrosion Resistance – Ideal for protective coatings and electrode applications.

  • Superior Thermal and Electrical Conductivity – Enables efficient and uniform film deposition.

  • Versatile Industrial Uses – Suitable for decorative coatings, magnetic films, and solar collectors.

  • Customisable Dimensions – Available in various diameters and lengths for research or production use.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Name Nickel
Chemical Formula Ni
CAS Number 7440-02-0
Atomic Number 28
Molecular Weight 58.69 g/mol
Appearance Lustrous, Silvery Metallic
Purity 99.98% (3N8)
Diameter 0.5 mm
Length 20 m
Thermal Conductivity 91 W/m·K
Melting Point 1,453 °C
Theoretical Density 8.91 g/cm³
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 13.4 × 10⁻⁶ /K
Z Ratio 0.331
E-Beam Compatibility Excellent
Thermal Evaporation Techniques Boat: W (Alumina Coated); Crucible: Al₂O₃
E-Beam Crucible Liner Material Copper, Graphite
Temperature (°C) for Vapour Pressure (Torr) 10-8:  927
10-6:  1,072
10-4:  1,262

Applications & Industries

  • Vacuum Coating & Thin-Film Deposition – For magnetic, decorative, and anti-corrosion coatings.

  • Fuel Cell and Battery Cathodes – Used as a stable and conductive electrode material.

  • Photovoltaic and Optical Coatings – Enhances light absorption on solar collector receivers.

  • Catalytic Hydrogenation – Serves as an effective catalyst support.

  • Microelectronics and Sensors – For circuit layers, magnetic storage media, and MEMS devices.

FAQ

Q1: Can this nickel wire be used for electron-beam evaporation?
Yes, it is fully compatible with E-beam evaporation systems and maintains stable deposition rates with minimal spatter.

Q2: What are common substrates for Ni coatings?
Nickel coatings adhere well to steel, magnesium, and aluminium alloys, as well as ceramic and glass substrates.

Q3: Does the wire require pre-cleaning before use?
It is recommended to ultrasonically clean the wire in ethanol or acetone before loading into the vacuum chamber to ensure optimal purity.

Q4: Is custom diameter available for higher-current applications?
Yes. Cell Lab offers custom diameters (e.g. 0.8 mm, 1.0 mm) and lengths on request.

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