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High-Stability Cu55Ni45 Precision Resistance Alloy Strip for Precision Resistor Manufacturing

High-Stability Cu55Ni45 Precision Resistance Alloy Strip for Precision Resistor Manufacturing

Brand Name: DLX
Model Number: 6J40
MOQ: 5kg
Payment Terms: L/C,D/A,D/P,T/T,VTB
Supply Ability: 1200 tons per month
Detail Information
Place of Origin:
China Jiangsu
Certification:
CE,ROHS
Packaging Details:
Spool package with Carton box, Coil package with polybag, Wooden case package
Supply Ability:
1200 tons per month
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6J40 Cu55Ni45 alloy strip

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copper nickel resistor strip

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precision resistor alloy strip

Product Description

Engineered for precision current sensing, high-stability shunts, and instrumentation resistors, our 6J40 (Cu55Ni45 Constantan) precision resistance alloy strip provides near-zero temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR), high electrical resistivity, and stable thermal EMF performance against copper.

6J40 alloy strip details

Product Overview

Our 6J40 Cu55Ni45 alloy strip is produced via vacuum induction melting (VIM), continuous precision cold rolling, and protective atmosphere bright annealing. This refined manufacturing route eliminates harmful non-metallic inclusions and ensures homogeneous grain boundaries, providing electronic component designers with unmatched batch-to-batch repeatability.

By maintaining strict control over minor alloying elements (such as Mn, Fe, and Si), our 6J40 strip exhibits a flat resistance-temperature characteristic between -40°C and +100°C, virtually eliminating thermal measurement drift in critical battery management and power metering circuits.

6J40 alloy strip process

Technical Specifications & Electrical Properties
Chemical Composition (Weight %)
Element Nickel (Ni) Manganese (Mn) Iron (Fe) Carbon (C) Silicon (Si) Copper (Cu)
Standard % 40.0 – 44.0 1.0 – 2.0 ≤ 0.50 ≤ 0.05 ≤ 0.15 Balance (Cu ~55%)
Physical & Electrical Characteristics
Property Parameter Typical Engineering Value Unit
Electrical Resistivity at 20°C 0.49 ± 0.03 μΩ·m
Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR, 20~100°C) -40 to +40 (Ultra-precision grade: ±15) × 10⁻⁶ / °C (ppm/°C)
Thermal EMF vs. Copper (0~100°C) ~ +45 μV/°C
Density 8.90 g/cm³
Melting Point 1220 – 1280 °C
Thermal Conductivity (20°C) 21.5 W/(m·K)
Tensile Strength (Soft Annealed / M-State) 420 – 540 MPa
Elongation at Break (Annealed) ≥ 25 %
Hardness (Annealed Condition) 90 – 130 HV
Available Dimensional Supply Range & Precision Tolerances
Dimension Form Thickness Range Width Range Thickness Tolerance Width Tolerance
Precision Strip / Ribbon 0.02 mm – 3.0 mm 2.0 mm – 350 mm ± 0.003 mm ± 0.05 mm
Foil / Ultra-thin Strip 0.01 mm – 0.05 mm 5.0 mm – 150 mm ± 0.002 mm ± 0.03 mm
Supply Delivery States Soft Annealed (M), Half-Hard (Y2), Full-Hard (Y) Custom burr-free slitting & edge leveling

Key Engineering Features & Competitive Performance Advantages
  • Ultra-Low Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR): Delivers near-zero resistance deviation across ambient and elevated temperatures, ensuring high measurement precision.
  • Superior Linear Resistance Consistency: Tight rolling gauge control guarantees uniform linear resistance (R/L) along the full coil length, minimizing scrap rates in automated resistor fabrication.
  • Excellent Solderability & Spot-Weldability: Optimal surface metallurgy allows smooth wetting for lead soldering, spot welding, and electron-beam welding in bimetal current shunts.
  • Corrosion & Oxidation Resistance: Forms a dense, self-healing protective surface oxide layer that resists industrial atmospheric exposure, humidity, and chemical contaminants.
  • Stable High-Temperature Ductility: Retains favorable mechanical ductility without embrittlement under continuous thermal cycles.

6J40 alloy strip comparison

Industrial Applications & Target Component Manufacturing
  • Current Sensing Shunts & SMD Power Resistors: Shunt resistors for Electric Vehicle (EV) battery management systems (BMS), industrial inverters, and smart electrical utility meters.
  • Precision Instrumentation & Potentiometers: Laboratory calibration standards, decade resistance boxes, slide-wire rheostats, and strain gauge sensing grids.
  • Thermal & Regulating Resistance Elements: Overload relays, motor speed controllers, and low-temperature heating elements requiring stable intermediate resistance.
  • Automotive Power Electronics: Current monitoring strips in automotive starter motors, alternator regulators, and charging distribution units.

6J40 alloy strip application field

Why Choose DLX
  • Scale Production Capacity: Modern melting, rolling, and continuous protective annealing facilities supporting a standardized monthly capacity of 1,200 tons, guaranteeing stable supply contracts for OEM manufacturers.
  • Full-Process Metallurgical Quality Control: 100% internal traceability from vacuum induction melting to online laser gauge monitoring, automated surface inspection, and digital TCR measurement.
  • Custom Slitting & Edge Conditioning: Specialized slitting lines capable of narrow precision ribbon cutting down to 2.0 mm with edge deburring and zero camber distortion.
  • Flexible B2B Order Terms: Dynamic MOQs based on strip thickness and custom dimensional specifications, combined with export-grade moisture-proof vacuum packing and palletized crating.

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High-Stability Cu55Ni45 Precision Resistance Alloy Strip for Precision Resistor Manufacturing

Frequently Asked Questions on 6J40 Cu55Ni45 Resistance Strip

Q1: What is the core electrical difference between 6J40 Cu55Ni45 and Manganin (6J12 / 6J13)?
A1: 6J40 (Constantan) provides higher nominal resistivity (0.49 μΩ·m vs. 0.43 μΩ·m) and a broader temperature stability range with superior oxidation resistance. While 6J40 generates a higher thermal EMF against copper (~45 μV/°C), it is widely preferred for AC current shunts, SMD current sensors, and general precision power resistors.

Q2: What dimensional tolerances can be guaranteed on cold-rolled 6J40 strips?
A2: We achieve thickness tolerances as tight as ±0.003 mm and width tolerances within ±0.05 mm on precision slitted coils. This tight dimensional control ensures linear resistance deviation remains within ±1.5% across entire production batches.

Q3: Which delivery tempers and surface conditions are available for 6J40?
A3: We supply 6J40 in bright soft annealed (M), quarter-hard, half-hard (Y2), and full-hard (Y) conditions. All strips feature a clean, bright, oil-free surface suitable for direct stamping, deep drawing, and continuous reel-to-reel bonding.

Q4: What are the standard packaging and minimum order quantity (MOQ) terms?
A4: Products are delivered on precision plastic spools, heavy-duty cardboard cores, or self-supporting coils wrapped in VCI anti-corrosion barrier packaging and sealed inside export wooden cases. MOQ is dynamically tailored according to required thickness, width, and slitting parameters.

6J40 alloy strip testing equipment

High-Stability Cu55Ni45 Precision Resistance Alloy Strip for Precision Resistor Manufacturing