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Open-Cell Nickel Foam 20 PPI 200×200×2 mm ATOMFAIR®
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Open-Cell Nickel Foam 20 PPI 200×200×2 mm ATOMFAIR®

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Research-grade open-cell nickel foam sheet, 20 PPI, 200 × 200 × 2 mm, with 60–98% porosity and ≥98% through-pore rate. Order now.

SKU: AF-AF-F-N020-T002-CVAR
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Laboratory Open-Cell Nickel Foam, 20 PPI, 200 × 200 × 2 mm, 1/5 pcs
Research-grade laboratory product
Product Overview

Open-cell nickel foam with 20 PPI is a lightweight, electrically conductive porous-metal sheet built around a continuous three-dimensional nickel skeleton. In this 200 × 200 × 2 mm format, the approximately 1.27 mm nominal pore pitch creates a regular open network with extensive internal surface exposure, allowing gases, liquids and electrochemical reactants to move through the material instead of remaining confined to the outer faces.

The interconnected framework gives the sheet a useful balance of permeability, formability and structural continuity. It can be cut, bent or bonded into laboratory assemblies while preserving the open pathways needed for filtration, catalytic contact, electrode loading and heat transfer. The nickel matrix also makes the foam relevant where electrical conduction, thermal response, corrosion resistance, acoustic attenuation or electromagnetic shielding must be combined with a low-mass cellular structure.

This specification is suitable for evaluating battery and fuel-cell electrodes, nickel-carbon composite electrode structures, catalyst carriers, exhaust and air-purification media, oil-water separation, industrial filtration, hydrogen electrolysis, electrocatalysis, heat-pipe wicks, condenser structures and distillation packing. Select the PPI, sheet dimensions and thickness around the intended flow, surface-area and integration requirements; choose a 1-piece pack for initial evaluation or a 5-piece pack for repeated trials and small-batch assembly.
Technical Specifications
Parameter Specification / Available Values
Atomfair Model AF-N20-20T02
Material Foamed nickel
Product Form Open-cell nickel foam sheet
Cell Structure Homogeneous three-dimensional open-pore network
Pore Density 20 PPI
Nominal Pore Pitch / Approx. Pore Size 1.27 mm
General Pore-Size Capability 0.1–10 mm (5–120 PPI)
General Pore Count per Linear Inch 5–130
Porosity 60–98%
Through-Pore Rate ≥98%
Bulk Density 0.1–0.8 g/cm³
Specific Gravity 0.2–0.3
Sheet Size 200 × 200 × 2 mm
Thickness 2 mm
General Custom Size Capability Up to 500 × 1000 mm
Tensile Strength 8–50 MPa
Compressive Strength ≥250 kPa
Mechanical Strength ≥2–7 MPa
Listed Temperature Resistance ≥500°C
Listed High-Temperature Capability >1100°C
Heat-Transfer Coefficient >3 W/(m²·K)
Package Options 1 pc; 5 pcs
Typical Applications Battery electrodes, catalyst carriers, filtration and separation media, electrochemical processes, heat-transfer structures, acoustic control, vibration damping and electromagnetic shielding
Key Features and Advantages
  • 20 PPI open-cell structure with an approximately 1.27 mm nominal pore pitch.
  • 200 × 200 mm sheet dimensions with a 2 mm nominal thickness.
  • Homogeneous three-dimensional network with 60–98% stated porosity and at least 98% through-pore rate.
  • Stated bulk-density range of 0.1–0.8 g/cm³ and specific gravity of 0.2–0.3.
  • The listed specific gravity is approximately one-quarter that of water, one-third that of wood, one-tenth that of aluminum and one-thirtieth that of iron.
  • Broad-frequency sound absorption and additional sound-insulation capability after suitable treatment.
  • Listed electromagnetic-wave shielding performance is approximately 90 dB with a relatively thin material section.
  • Can be cut, bent and bonded for downstream fabrication and installation.
  • Stable porous structure supports filtration and steady gas or liquid flow.
  • Thermally conductive network supports rapid heating and heat-transfer applications.
  • Fire-resistant, recyclable metallic structure with listed resistance to high-temperature and acid/alkali conditions.
  • Can be processed for interior decorative and functional surface applications.
  • Available as a single sheet for initial evaluation or a 5-piece pack for repeated trials and small-batch assembly.
Application Scope

Suitable for laboratory and engineering evaluations that require a 20 PPI open nickel network in a 200 × 200 × 2 mm format. Application areas include nickel-metal-hydride, nickel-cadmium and fuel-cell positive and negative electrodes; nickel-carbon composite electrodes for lithium batteries; catalyst and exhaust-purification carriers; air purification, oil-water separation and industrial filtration; hydrogen electrolysis, electrocatalysis and electrochemical metallurgy; infrared-burner surfaces and industrial or domestic drying-heater structures; heat-pipe wicks and condenser heat-transfer media; distillation-tower packing; and functional damping, acoustic, vibration-buffering, electromagnetic-shielding, thermal-insulation and decorative structures.
SELECTION GUIDANCE: Confirm PPI, nominal pore pitch, porosity requirement, through-pore rate, sheet length and width, thickness, bulk-density range, operating environment and required quantity before quotation. Confirm application-critical corrosion, temperature, mechanical and integration requirements before ordering.
HANDLING & INSPECTION: Store the sheets in a clean, dry area and protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing and contamination. After delivery, check the package condition, sheet dimensions and visible pore structure before cutting, bonding or installing the material.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Custom dimensions are available upon consultation. For a dimensional feasibility review by e-mail, provide the target length, width, thickness, PPI and estimated quantity.
LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT
For PPI selection, sheet-dimension confirmation, package support or application-specific configuration review, contact our technical sales team.
E-MAIL: inquiry@atomfair.com
Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®

Store the nickel foam sheets in a clean, dry area to prevent contamination and structural damage. Protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination during handling and storage.

  • Storage and Handling: Store the sheets in a clean, dry area and protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination.

How does the 20 PPI pore density of this nickel foam influence its suitability for gas diffusion electrodes in fuel cells?

The 20 PPI (pores per inch) with a nominal pore pitch of 1.27 mm provides an open-cell structure with high through-pore rate (≥98%) and porosity (60–98%), enabling efficient gas transport and electrolyte penetration. This makes it suitable for fuel cell electrodes where uniform reactant distribution and low pressure drop are critical. The nickel matrix also offers electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance in alkaline environments.

Can this nickel foam be integrated into high-temperature catalytic reactors without degradation?

Yes, the foam is listed with temperature resistance ≥500°C and high-temperature capability >1100°C, along with resistance to acid/alkali conditions. The open-cell structure maintains mechanical integrity with tensile strength 8–50 MPa and compressive strength ≥250 kPa, making it suitable for catalyst carrier applications in harsh thermal and chemical environments.

What storage and handling precautions are required to preserve the foam's structural integrity?

Store sheets in a clean, dry area and protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination. After delivery, inspect package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure before cutting, bonding, or installing. The foam can be cut, bent, and bonded for fabrication, but care should be taken to avoid deforming the pore network.

This 20 PPI open-cell nickel foam sheet offers high porosity (60–98%) and ≥98% through-pore rate for efficient fluid transport, combined with thermal stability above 1100°C and acid/alkali resistance, making it suitable for battery electrodes, catalysis, and filtration. However, its low mechanical strength (8–50 MPa tensile) and requirement for clean, dry storage with protection from impact and contamination necessitate careful handling and application-specific verification before ordering.

Positive

  • High pore interconnectivity: The open-cell structure with 60–98% porosity and ≥98% through-pore rate provides extensive internal surface area and unimpeded flow for gases, liquids, and electrochemical reactants, enabling efficient filtration, catalytic contact, and electrode loading.
  • Broad thermal and chemical stability: Listed temperature resistance ≥500°C with capability above 1100°C, combined with acid/alkali resistance, allows the foam to operate in harsh environments such as high-temperature catalysis, hydrogen electrolysis, and corrosive filtration media.

Trade-offs

  • Mechanical fragility under load: With tensile strength of 8–50 MPa and compressive strength ≥250 kPa, the foam's low-density structure (bulk density 0.1–0.8 g/cm³) is susceptible to crushing and deformation under heavy impact or excessive force, requiring careful handling and integration.
  • Application-specific verification required: The selection guidance mandates confirmation of PPI, porosity, dimensions, and operating environment before ordering, as the fixed 20 PPI, 200×200×2 mm format may not suit all applications without custom consultation, adding lead time and design effort.

Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.

To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.

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Package Quantity

1 pcs, 5 pcs

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