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Nial Sheets and Plates is a trusted manufacturer and supplier of Invar 42 Sheets and Plates based in Houston, USA. They cater to industries that demand precision, dimensional stability, and thermal consistency. Invar 42 is a nickel-iron alloy with about 42% nickel, known for its incredibly low coefficient of thermal expansion, which makes it perfect for applications where tight dimensional tolerances are essential. Nial provides Invar 42 Sheets and Plates in a variety of sizes and thicknesses, all crafted to meet rigorous quality and performance standards. With fast turnaround times and dedicated technical support, Nial guarantees a reliable supply for industries that prioritize precision.
Invar 42 Sheets and Plates consist of roughly 41–43% nickel, with the rest being iron, along with small amounts of carbon, manganese, silicon, and sulfur. This alloy boasts a very low coefficient of thermal expansion—around 4.5 × 10⁻⁶/°C—ensuring it remains dimensionally stable across a wide temperature range. It offers a tensile strength of about 485 MPa and a yield strength of around 275 MPa, along with good magnetic properties. Invar 42 is also known for its excellent machinability and moderate corrosion resistance in controlled environments.
| Standards : | Per Chem Mil-I-23011C CL 7, Boeing D-33028, ASTM B753, ASTM F1684, ASTM F30 |
| Dimensions : | ASTM, ASME, and API |
| Sheets Thickness : | Range from .008″ to .0125″ |
| Shims Thickness : | Range from .01″ to .0125″ |
| Plates Thickness : | Ranges from .0125″ to 5.00″ |
| Sheets/Plates Width : | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm, 2500mm, 3000mm, 3500mm, etc |
| Sheets/Plates Length : | 2000mm, 2440mm, 3000mm, 5800mm, 6000mm, etc |
| Tempers : | Annealed, 1/4, 1/2 Hard, 3/4 Hard, Full Hard |
| Hardness : | Soft, Hard, Half Hard, Quarter Hard, Spring Hard etc. |
| Value Added Service : | Cladding, Heat Treatment, Annealed, Pickling, Polish, Rolling, Cutting, Bending, Forging, Minor Fabrication Etc. |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS |
| Invar 42 | 1.3917 | K94100 |
| Element | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| Invar 42 | KSI (MPa) 36 / (248) | KSI (MPa) 71 / (490) | 40 % |
| Density | Melting Point | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Tensile Strength | Elongation |
| 8.8 g/cm3 | 1350 °C (2460 °F) | Psi – 35,000 , MPa – 240 | Psi – 80,000 , MPa – 550 | 40 % |
| Density | 0.293 lb/cu in |
| Specific Gravity | 8.12 |
| Curie Temp | 715 oF or 380oC |
| Melting Point | 2600 oF or 1427oC |
| Electrical Resistivity | 66 Micro-ohm-cm or 400 ohm-cir mil/ft |
| Thermal Conductivity | 10.7 W/cm oC or 74.7 BTU-in/sq. ft-hr |
| Specific Heat | 0.12 Cal/g- oC |
| Thermal Expansion | 5.0 ppm / oF (75oF to 842oF) or 9.0 ppm / oC (25oC to 450oC) |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Nial Sheets and Plates based in Houston, USA, is a leading supplier and stockist of high-quality metal products, including Sheets, Plates, Coils, Foils, Angles, Channels, Circles, and Slitting Coils, all offered with exceptional service and tailored to meet our customers specific requirements. With a focus on delivering superior products, we cater to a wide range of industries, providing reliable solutions for diverse applications. Our extensive inventory includes Known for our unique finishing techniques and commitment to quality. We are dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction through dependable service and top-notch products.
Invar 42 sheets and plates offer several advantages, primarily their low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE), making them ideal for precision applications that require minimal dimensional changes with temperature fluctuations. This makes them highly effective in industries like aerospace, electronics, and cryogenics. Invar 42 also exhibits excellent stability, high fatigue resistance, and good machinability. Its ability to retain dimensional accuracy in varying conditions ensures reliability in sensitive instruments and equipment. Additionally, the alloy’s good weldability and strength enhance its versatility across various engineering and manufacturing sectors.
Yes, we offer custom sizes for Invar 42Sheets and Plates to meet specific project needs. Our team at Nial Sheets and Plates is dedicated to providing tailored solutions for all your requirements. For more details, contact us at sales@aaronsheetsplates.com.
These Invar 42 Sheets and Plates find extensive use in the electronics, aerospace, telecommunications, and tooling sectors. They are commonly used in semiconductor components, shadow masks, integrated circuit lead frames, and precision measuring instruments. In the aerospace industry, Invar 42 is utilized for satellite structures and cryogenic components that require minimal thermal distortion. It’s also used in the medical device field and for tooling in composite molding. Thanks to its exceptional thermal stability, Invar 42 is the go-to choice for applications that demand high accuracy and sensitivity to temperature changes.
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