ASTM B162 UNS N02200, N02201 Nickel Plate and Sheet
Grade: UNS N02200 (Nickel 200), UNS N02201 (Nickel 201)
ASTM B162 Nickel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for UNS N02200 and UNS N02201
Golden Sunbird Metals supplies ASTM B162 UNS N02200 (Nickel 200) and UNS N02201 (Nickel 201) nickel plate and sheet for applications that require excellent corrosion resistance, dependable mechanical performance, and high purity. This product covers plate, sheet, and strip forms with a thickness range of 1–50 mm, and it is available to ASTM B162 / ASME SB162, DIN 17750, ISO 6208, BS 3072-3073 (NA12), and SAE AMS 5553 requirements. Nickel 200 and Nickel 201 are widely used in caustic solution handling, chemical tanks and vessels, food processing equipment, battery components, electrical contacts, electronics, aerospace, marine, and decorative applications. Golden Sunbird Metals provides strict quality control, inspection certificates such as EN 10204 3.1 and 3.2, and reliable packing options to support international project needs. For industries seeking durable nickel plate and sheet with stable performance, our ASTM B162 products offer a trusted solution.
Chemical Composition (wt.%) of ASTM B162 UNS N02200, N02201 Nickel Plate and Sheet
| Element | UNS N02200 | UNS N02201 |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | min 99.0 | min 99.0 |
| Copper (Cu) | max 0.25 | max 0.25 |
| Iron (Fe) | max 0.40 | max 0.40 |
| Manganese (Mn) | max 0.35 | max 0.35 |
| Carbon (C) | max 0.15 | max 0.02 |
| Silicon (Si) | max 0.35 | max 0.35 |
| Sulfur (S) | max 0.01 | max 0.01 |
Mechanical Properties of ASTM B162 UNS N02200, N02201 Nickel Plate and Sheet
| Condition (Temper) | Material Type | Tensile Strength (min, psi) | Yield Strength (0.2% offset, min, psi) | Elongation (min, %) | Rockwell Hardness (B Scale) |
| Hot-Rolled Plate | |||||
| Annealed | UNS N02200 | 55,000 | 15,000 | 40 | – |
| As-rolled | UNS N02200 | 55,000 | 20,000 | 30 | – |
| Annealed | UNS N02201 | 50,000 | 12,000 | 40 | – |
| As-rolled | UNS N02201 | 50,000 | 12,000 | 30 | – |
| Cold-Rolled Sheet/Strip | |||||
| Annealed | UNS N02200 | 55,000 | 15,000 | 40 | – |
| Quarter-hard | UNS N02200 | – | – | – | 70-80 |
| Half-hard | UNS N02200 | – | – | – | 79-86 |
| Three-quarter-hard | UNS N02200 | – | – | – | 85-91 |
| Hard | UNS N02200 | 90,000 | 70,000 | 2 | – |
| Spring temper | UNS N02200 | – | – | – | 95 min |
| Annealed | UNS N02201 | 50,000 | 12,000 | 40 | – |
| Quarter-hard | UNS N02201 | – | – | – | 70-80 |
| Half-hard | UNS N02201 | – | – | – | 79-86 |
| Three-quarter-hard | UNS N02201 | – | – | – | 85-91 |
| Hard | UNS N02201 | 90,000 | 70,000 | 2 | – |
| Spring temper | UNS N02201 | – | – | – | 95 min |
Features
- ASTM B162 nickel plate, sheet, and strip for UNS N02200 (Nickel 200) and UNS N02201 (Nickel 201).
- Commercially pure nickel with excellent resistance to caustic alkalies and many reducing chemicals.
- Nickel 200 offers excellent corrosion resistance together with high thermal and electrical conductivity.
- Nickel 201, with lower carbon content, is preferred for service above 600°F (315°C).
- Available in plate, sheet, and strip forms for fabrication, forming, and machining.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Standard | ASTM B162/ ASME SB162, DIN 17750, ISO 6208, BS 3072-3073 (NA12), SAE AMS 5553 |
| Grade | UNS N02200 (Nickel 200), UNS N02201 (Nickel 201) |
| Type | Plate, Sheet, Strip |
| Thickness | 1-50mm |
| Length | 1000 – 12000mm |
| Width | 500 – 2500mm |
| Inspection Certificate | EN 10204 Type 3.1 (Mill Test Certificate), EN 10204 Type 3.2 (Witness Testing or 3rd Party Inspection) |
| Tests | Bend Test (ASTM E290), Impact Test (ASTM E23), Intergranular Corrosion Test (Various ASTM Standards), Specific Corrosion Testing |
Applications
- Caustic soda and alkali-handling equipment.
- Chemical processing tanks, vessels, and process equipment.
- Food processing equipment where product purity and corrosion resistance are important.
- Electrical and electronic components that benefit from nickel’s conductivity.
- Battery components, synthetic fiber equipment, and laboratory hardware.
- Higher-temperature service where Nickel 201’s low-carbon chemistry is advantageous.
