When a leading pharmaceutical company faced corrosion issues in their high-purity chemical processing vessels, the switch to Nickel 200 / 201 Round Bars proved transformative. The inherent resistance to chlorides, acids, and high purity environments sharply reduced maintenance and cycle downtime. This success story highlights how industries like chemical, marine, oil & gas, and power are turning to nickel alloys for durability and reliability in their most corrosive applications.

Nickel 200 (UNS N02200) and Nickel 201 (UNS N02201) are commercially pure nickel alloys prized for their excellent corrosion resistance, thermal stability, and good mechanical properties. Nickel 200 offers high purity and good formability, while Nickel 201 has a slightly higher carbon content for increased strength. Both grades are used extensively in chemical processing, marine hardware, and electrical components where chloride or acid exposure is prevalent. They maintain excellent performance even in extreme environments with pH levels that would corrode standard steels.

Aurico Alloys LLP supplies Nickel 200/201 round bars globally, available in diameters from 6mm to 150mm in various finishes including bright, polished, or custom-finished. Each batch is supplied with full mill test certificates, traceability, and compliance with ASTM B160, ASTM B160, ASTM B160, and ISO standards. These bars are easy to weld, form, and machine, facilitating their use in critical applications from piping to high-purity vessels, ensuring safety, longevity, and performance.

Industries demanding high corrosion resistance, such as chemical manufacturing and marine operating environments, prefer Nickel 200 and 201 basal alloys for their outstanding resistance to chlorides, acids, and seawater. The alloy’s low corrosion rate in aggressive environments reduces maintenance costs and extends operational lifetimes, offering true value over common stainless steels. Their electrical conductivity also opens up applications in electronics and instrumentation where stability and durability are paramount.

Polished Nickel 200 / 201 round bars laid side by side

High-quality Nickel 200 / 201 Round Bars ready for industrial use.

Specification Overview

Supplier & ManufacturerAurico Alloys LLP
GradeNickel 200 and Nickel 201
StandardsOne rod and bar specification per grade – listed in Equivalent Grades & Standards below. Inspection certificates to EN 10204.
Diameter Range6mm – 150mm
Length100mm – 6000mm
FinishBright, polished, rough turned, custom
DeliveryISO Certified, batch certificates, traceability, export packaging
PriceINR 3,000 – 4,000 per kg. Indicative USD 35 – 47 per kg; quoted against grade, form, size and quantity.

Equivalent Grades & Standards

Nickel 200

Equivalent designations and physical constants for Nickel 200
PropertyValue
UNS numberN02200
Werkstoff / EN number2.4060 / 2.4066
Density8.89 g/cm3
Melting range1435-1446 °C
Specific heat456 J/kg·°C
Curie temperature360 °C
Rod and bar specificationASTM B160

Identifiers and physical constants for Nickel 200. A dash means no such designation is published for this grade.

Nickel 201

Equivalent designations and physical constants for Nickel 201
PropertyValue
UNS numberN02201
Werkstoff / EN number2.4061 / 2.4068
Density8.89 g/cm3
Melting range1435-1446 °C
Specific heat456 J/kg·°C
Curie temperature360 °C
Rod and bar specificationASTM B160

Identifiers and physical constants for Nickel 201. A dash means no such designation is published for this grade.

Stock & Product Availability

Aurico Alloys LLP stocks and supplies Nickel 200 & 201 round bars with full certifications for global industries. Sizes and finishes are tailored to meet exact application needs, from chemical vessels to marine hardware, with rapid dispatch and full traceability.

Chemical Composition

Nickel 200

Chemical composition limits for Nickel 200
ElementMin (%)Max (%)
Nickel (Ni)99.0—
Copper (Cu)—0.25
Iron (Fe)—0.40
Manganese (Mn)—0.35
Carbon (C)—0.15
Silicon (Si)—0.35
Sulfur (S)—0.01

Composition limits for Nickel 200. These are specification limits for the grade, not measured values for a lot; the mill test certificate supplied with your order states the actual analysis.

Nickel 201

Chemical composition limits for Nickel 201
ElementMin (%)Max (%)
Nickel (Ni)99.0—
Copper (Cu)—0.25
Iron (Fe)—0.40
Manganese (Mn)—0.35
Carbon (C)—0.02
Silicon (Si)—0.35
Sulfur (S)—0.01

Composition limits for Nickel 201. These are specification limits for the grade, not measured values for a lot; the mill test certificate supplied with your order states the actual analysis.

Mechanical & Physical Properties

PropertyTypical Value
Tensile Strength (MPa)> 415
Yield Strength (MPa)≥ 210
Elongation (%)≥ 40
Electrical ConductivityHigh in all conditions

Uses & Applications

  • Chemical processing: tanks, piping, heat exchangers, reactors
  • Marine: seawater piping, desalination, ship hull fittings
  • Oil & Gas: sour gas handling, downhole equipment, offshore platforms
  • Electronics: corrosion-resistant wiring and connectors
  • Power: high-strength, corrosion-resistant turbine components and heat exchangers
  • Industrial: chemical spillage containment, pharmaceutical processing, pumps, valves