Customization: | Available |
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Type: | Coil |
Standard: | AISI, ASTM, DIN, JIS, GB, BS |
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Alloy Name | Kovar (4J29) |
Chemical Composition | ~29% Nickel, ~17% Cobalt, Balance Iron |
Density | 8.3 g/cm³ |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE) | ~5.5 × 10 /°C (20-200°C) |
Melting Point | ~1450°C |
Curie Point | ~435°C |
Magnetic Properties | Ferromagnetic below Curie point |
Corrosion Resistance | Moderate; often plated for protection |
Applications | Hermetic seals, electronic components, CRTs, and glass-to-metal or ceramic-to-metal seals |
Key Features | Matches expansion rates of glass and ceramics, excellent sealing properties |
Kovar is a nickel-cobalt-iron alloy specifically designed for applications requiring a precise match of thermal expansion rates with materials like glass and ceramics. It is widely used for hermetic sealing.
Kovar's thermal expansion closely matches that of specific glasses and ceramics over a wide temperature range, preventing stress and ensuring airtight seals during thermal cycling.
Kovar has moderate corrosion resistance. For improved performance in humid or aggressive environments, it is often plated with materials like nickel, gold, or tin.
Yes, Kovar can be annealed or heat-treated to relieve internal stresses or optimize mechanical properties without affecting its thermal expansion characteristics.
While Invar has a lower thermal expansion, Kovar is specifically engineered to match the thermal expansion of glasses and ceramics, making it better suited for sealing applications.
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