Nitinol Tube Description
Nitinol Tube is a specialized alloy composed of nickel (55%) and titanium (45%), known for its remarkable shape memory and superelasticity properties. This tube is commonly used in medical devices, robotics, and other advanced technological applications. Upon heating or cooling, the Nitinol Tube returns to its pre-programmed shape, offering immense versatility in design and function. In addition, its unique superelastic characteristics allow it to withstand significant deformation while retaining its original form, making it an ideal material for critical applications requiring flexibility and reliability.
Nitinol Tube Specifications
Main Composition
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Ni: 54.5-57.0%, Ti: Bal.
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Form
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Tube
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Standard
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ASTM F2633-13, ASTM F2063
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Surface Finish
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Outer Surface: Oxide/Center-less-ground
Inner Surface: Etched/Oxide
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Guide Tube Dimensions
OD
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OD Tolerance
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ID Tolerance
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≤0.118 in. (≤3.0 mm)
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±0.0002 in. (±0.005 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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0.012-0.059 in. (0.3-1.5 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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0.059-0.098 in. (1.5-2.5 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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0.098-0.138 in. (2.5-3.5 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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0.138-0.394 in. (3.5-10.0 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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>0.394 in. (>10 mm)
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±0.0012 in. (±0.030 mm)
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±0.0012 in. (±0.030 mm)
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Stent Tube Dimensions
OD
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OD Tolerance
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WT Tolerance
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0.012-0.024 in. (0.3-0.6 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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0.024-0.059 in. (0.6-1.5 mm)
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±0.0005 in. (±0.013 mm)
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±0.0005 in. (±0.013 mm)
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0.059-0.098 in. (1.5-2.5 mm)
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±0.0006 in. (±0.015 mm)
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±0.0006 in. (±0.015 mm)
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0.098-0.138 in. (2.5-3.5 mm)
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±0.0006 in. (±0.015 mm)
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±0.0006 in. (±0.015 mm)
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0.138-0.197 in. (3.5-5.0 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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±0.0010 in. (±0.025 mm)
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0.197-0.315 in. (5.0-8.0 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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±0.0010 in. (±0.025 mm)
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>0.315 in. (>8.0 mm)
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±0.0012 in. (±0.030 mm)
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±0.0012 in. (±0.030 mm)
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* Other sizes are customizable. Please contact us for more details.
Nitinol Tube Applications
- Medical Devices: Used in stents, catheters, and other implants for its biocompatibility and ability to return to a predetermined shape under body temperature.
- Robotics: Employed in actuators, sensors, and control systems due to its ability to respond to temperature changes, mimicking muscle movements.
- Aerospace: Used for components that need to maintain shape under variable stress and temperature conditions, including actuators and control mechanisms.
- Consumer Electronics: Ideal for connectors and mechanical parts that require both strength and flexibility in dynamic environments.
Nitinol Tube Packing
Our Nitinol Tubes are carefully packaged to maintain their quality and performance during storage and shipping. The product is typically packaged in wooden crates to prevent any damage during transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is Nitinol used for?
Nitinol is widely used for applications requiring shape memory and superelasticity, such as in medical devices, actuators, and robotics.
Q2: Is Nitinol biocompatible?
Yes, Nitinol is highly biocompatible, making it an ideal material for medical implants and devices.
Q3: What are the advantages of using Nitinol in medical applications?
Nitinol's shape memory and superelastic properties allow it to adapt to the body’s natural movements, making it ideal for stents, catheters, and other implants.
Q4: How does Nitinol react to temperature changes?
Nitinol can return to its original shape when heated or cooled, making it highly versatile in various applications.
Q5: Is Nitinol corrosion-resistant?
Yes, Nitinol has excellent corrosion resistance, especially in harsh environments, making it suitable for long-term use in medical and industrial applications.
Specification
Main Composition
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Ni: 54.5-57.0%, Ti: Bal.
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Form
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Tube
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Standard
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ASTM F2633-13, ASTM F2063
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Surface Finish
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Outer Surface: Oxide/Center-less-ground
Inner Surface: Etched/Oxide
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Guide Tube Dimensions
OD
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OD Tolerance
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ID Tolerance
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≤0.118 in. (≤3.0 mm)
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±0.0002 in. (±0.005 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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0.012-0.059 in. (0.3-1.5 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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0.059-0.098 in. (1.5-2.5 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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0.098-0.138 in. (2.5-3.5 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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0.138-0.394 in. (3.5-10.0 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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>0.394 in. (>10 mm)
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±0.0012 in. (±0.030 mm)
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±0.0012 in. (±0.030 mm)
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Stent Tube Dimensions
OD
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OD Tolerance
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WT Tolerance
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0.012-0.024 in. (0.3-0.6 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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±0.0004 in. (±0.010 mm)
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0.024-0.059 in. (0.6-1.5 mm)
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±0.0005 in. (±0.013 mm)
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±0.0005 in. (±0.013 mm)
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0.059-0.098 in. (1.5-2.5 mm)
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±0.0006 in. (±0.015 mm)
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±0.0006 in. (±0.015 mm)
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0.098-0.138 in. (2.5-3.5 mm)
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±0.0006 in. (±0.015 mm)
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±0.0006 in. (±0.015 mm)
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0.138-0.197 in. (3.5-5.0 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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±0.0010 in. (±0.025 mm)
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0.197-0.315 in. (5.0-8.0 mm)
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±0.0008 in. (±0.020 mm)
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±0.0010 in. (±0.025 mm)
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>0.315 in. (>8.0 mm)
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±0.0012 in. (±0.030 mm)
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±0.0012 in. (±0.030 mm)
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* Other sizes are customizable. Please contact us for more details.