Nickel-Clad Copper and Pure Nickel
Use nickel-clad copper when the design calls for a nickel surface over a conductive copper core. Use pure nickel where the specified chemistry or environment requires nickel through the full section. Compare the finished joint, cut edges and exposed ends.
Engineering comparison
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| Decision | Nickel Clad Copper (NCC) | Pure Nickel | Acceptance basis | Your input or result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | Copper core with nickel outer layer | Nickel through the full section | Use the material chemistry and surface requirement of the part. | |
| Electrical and joint | Conductive copper section and specified nickel joining surface | Nickel section and joint specified for its grade and temper | Compare finished resistance, joint strength and forming. | |
| Exposed areas | Cut edges or ends may expose the copper core | Cut edges remain the selected nickel material | State which surfaces are exposed and the medium, temperature and duration. |
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Products and specifications
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