IQS Newsroom Articles on Nickel Forgings
Nickel Forgings
Nickel forgings are resistant to oxidation and heat deformation and can withstand very high temperatures up to 1800 degrees Fahrenheit (982 degrees Celsius). They are almost always forged as an alloy; metals often include aluminum, iron, and
titanium. The high chromium content in nickel alloys also helps them retain their shape at high temperatures and to resist corrosion. Due to its unique characteristics, nickel forgings are utilized for specific applications.
Nickel alloy forgings are commonly used in jet engines and other aerospace parts as well as in chemical processing, petroleum refining, electronics, and fresh or salt water applications.
Like other metals, nickel alloys can be forged into a wide variety of shapes. Almost always, the results are very strong and high quality.
Cold forging of nickel requires frequent intermediate annealing in order restore its temper because nickel work hardens easily. In addition, its superior resistance to heat can cause nickel alloys to be among the most difficult to forge, requiring temperatures near the material's melting point. This aspect limits the applications of nickel forgings to situations in which the properties of nickel are absolutely necessary.