Nickel Alloys
Your Leading Nickel Alloys Supplier
Xi'an Baohui Steel Co., Ltd. is located in the ancient capital of China, Xi'an. We are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty metal materials. Our focus is on providing high-performance stainless steel, titanium alloys, copper alloys, aluminum alloys, and nickel alloys for our customers. Each batch undergoes chemical analysis, mechanical testing, and non-destructive testing to ensure internal and external quality.
Why Choose Us?
Advanced Production Facilities
We operate with modern heating furnaces, cold-rolling and cold-drawing mills, hot-extrusion presses, annealing lines, and full pickling/passivation systems to ensure stable and accurate tube and alloy processing.
Strict Quality Control
All finished tubes and alloy products are tested using eddy-current, ultrasonic, and direct-reading spectrometry to guarantee consistent mechanical performance and full compliance with customer specifications.
Large Capacity and Fast Delivery
With an annual capacity of over 3 million tons and a well-organized stock system, we can quickly support customized orders and meet tight delivery schedules.
Strong Production Market
Our products are exported to over 100 countries, including major markets in the US, Germany, France, Japan, Korea, Brazil, Italy, Turkey, and Southeast Asia, earning long-term trust from global industrial buyers.
Types of Nickel Alloys
Nickel 601
Nickel Alloy 601 (UNS N06601), a nickel-chromium alloy fortified with aluminum for exceptional high-temperature performance. This alloy demonstrates outstanding resistance to oxidation, carburization, and sulfidation, maintaining excellent mechanical properties in temperatures up to 1250°C.
Nickel 400
Our Nickel 400 is supplied in precision-rolled plates, sheets, and drawn bars, meeting and exceeding ASTM B127, B163, and B164 standards. We provide a mill-certified, ready-to-fabricate solution for the most demanding industrial applications.
Inconel 718 Pipe
Inconel 718 pipe (UNS N07718), a precipitation-hardenable nickel-chromium alloy containing significant amounts of iron, niobium, and molybdenum. The alloy's ability to be welded and aged without significant susceptibility to post-weld cracking makes it particularly suitable for piping systems in demanding aerospace, oil and gas, and chemical processing applications.
Parameters of Nickel Alloys
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Parameter |
Details |
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Standard Designations |
UNS N04400, W.Nr. 2.4360 and 2.4361, ASTM B127, B163, B164, ASME SB-127, SB-163, SB-164 |
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Form |
Plate, Sheet, Bar, Round Bar |
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Thickness (Plate/Sheet) |
0.5mm - 150mm (Custom sizes available) |
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Width |
Up to 2000mm |
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Length |
Up to 6000mm (Custom lengths available) |
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Diameter (Bar) |
5mm - 500mm |
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Condition |
Hot Rolled, Cold Rolled, Annealed, Solution Annealed |
• Corrosion/oxidation resistant
• High strength
• Heat resistance up to 980°C
• Highly ductile, won't break easily if bent
• Magnetic, can easily be magnetized and demagnetized
• Weldability with various welding methods (although could develop hot or warm cracking and porosity)
• Low thermal conductivity, higher with nickel-copper alloys
• Low electrical conductivity, less than pure copper or silver
• Low thermal expansion coefficient, great for precision
• Varying colors depending on alloying element
Customization Options
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Material Grade |
Pure Nickel, Inconel, Incoloy, Monel, Hastelloy, and other nickel-alloy grades as requested |
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Size/(OD) & (WT) |
Custom OD and wall thickness per buyer specification |
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Length |
Custom cut-to-length or standard pipe/tube lengths (up to 12 meters) |
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Process Type |
Customizable |
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Surface Treatment |
Mill finish, polished, cleaned, or customized |
Application Industries of Nickel Alloys
Aerospace industry
Nickel alloys are used in the aerospace industry to manufacture Inconel, Hastelloy, turbine engines, and exhaust systems. Since nickel can withstand high temperatures, it is an ideal option for these parts. Moreover, parts made with nickel can withstand extreme heat and stress, making them ideal for the manufacture of jet engines, rocket motors, and other aerospace parts.
Power generation industry
Nickel alloys are significant in nuclear, thermal, and geothermal power generation plants. Since they are temperature-resistant, they are used to produce and manufacture the necessary parts for electricity and power generation plants. These alloys are also resistant to radiation damage and heat.
Electronic industry
Some nickel alloy variants, like Kovar, Invar, and Monel, are perfect for producing different parts used in the electronics industry. These nickel variants are stable and good conductors of electricity. Moreover, these variants can bond with glass and ceramics. Hence, nickel alloy is commonly used in battery electrodes, lead wires, and electrical connectors.
Automation industry
Nickel alloys are used in the automation industry, especially for electric vehicles. These alloys are strong and resistant to wear and tear, making them essential for the critical parts of cars. This helps enhance the vehicle's performance. Moreover, nickel alloys provide reliability and longevity for high-performance environments.
Medical devices and equipment manufacturing
Nickel alloys are used to manufacture surgical instruments, dental implants, and stents. They are vital for the dental industry because they have non-magnetic properties, which make them easier to use in MRIs. Nickel alloy is a medically compatible metal, and hence, it is commonly used in different equipment manufacturing in the healthcare industry.
Our Certificates
① Raw Material Inspection – All incoming materials are checked for quality and specification accuracy before production.
② In-Process Inspection – Critical production stages are monitored to maintain stable processes and consistent product quality.
③ Final Product Inspection – Finished products are tested to verify performance and ensure compliance with customer requirements.
④ Pre-Shipment Inspection – Dimensions, surface quality, packaging, and documents are checked prior to dispatch.
⑤ We welcome inspections from any accredited third-party agency upon request.
⑥ We provide cutting, machining, surface finishing, and heat-treatment services to support customized orders.
Packaging & Transportation
Packaging Details:The standard export packaging, plastic film, or craft paper is covered. Awooden case or wooden pallet is adopted to protect products from damage during delivery. In addition, clear labels are tagged on the outside of the packages for easy identification of the products and quality information.
