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Invar 36 Bar and Rod Supplier | Nickel-Iron Low Expansion Alloy

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Invar 36 nickel iron low thermal expansion alloy round bar and rod
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Description (English)

Invar 36 bar and rod are nickel-iron alloy products containing approximately 36% nickel. The alloy is known for low thermal expansion over a specific temperature range and is used in selected precision machining and instrument applications. Material Characteristics Low thermal expansion over a defined temperature range Suitable for selected precision-machined components Available material conditions depend on supplier capability Technical documentation subject to supplier confirmation

Size Range

  • Diameter: 3–280 mm
  • Length: 500–6,000 mm

Grade Specification

SystemValue
Material NameInvar 36 / Alloy 36
Number1.3912
UNS DesignationK93600 / K93603
StandardASTM F1684
Material FamilyNickel-Iron Controlled Expansion Alloy
Nominal Nickel ContentApproximately 36% Iron: Balance

Chemical Composition

ElementValue
Ni35.0–38.0%
FeBalance
C≀ 0.10%
Mn≀ 0.60%
Si≀ 0.35%
P≀ 0.025%
S≀ 0.025%
Cr≀ 0.50%
Mo≀ 0.50%
Co≀ 1.00%

Mechanical Properties

PropertyValue
Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)483 MPa
Tensile Strength:621 MPa
Elongation 20%
Hardness90 HRB

Applications

  • precision fixtures
  • measuring instruments
  • optical assemblies
  • machined components
  • specialized industrial equipment