Open-Cell Nickel Foam 40 PPI 200×200×10 mm ATOMFAIR®

Laboratory Open-Cell Nickel Foam, 40 PPI, 200 × 200 × 10 mm, 1/5 pcs

Research-grade laboratory product

Product Overview

Open-cell nickel foam with 40 PPI is a lightweight, electrically conductive porous-metal sheet built around a continuous three-dimensional nickel skeleton. In this 200 × 200 × 10 mm format, the approximately 0.64 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-N40-20T10
Material	Foamed nickel
Product Form	Open-cell nickel foam sheet
Cell Structure	Homogeneous three-dimensional open-pore network
Pore Density	40 PPI
Nominal Pore Pitch / Approx. Pore Size	0.64 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 × 10 mm
Thickness	10 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

40 PPI open-cell structure with an approximately 0.64 mm nominal pore pitch.
200 × 200 mm sheet dimensions with a 10 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 40 PPI open nickel network in a 200 × 200 × 10 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®

What is the effective surface area and pore structure of the 40 PPI nickel foam for catalytic loading?

The foam features a homogeneous three-dimensional open-pore network with 40 PPI and a nominal pore pitch of approximately 0.64 mm, providing extensive internal surface exposure for catalyst deposition. Porosity ranges from 60–98% with a through-pore rate of at least 98%, ensuring high permeability and reactant access throughout the sheet.

Is this nickel foam compatible with acidic or alkaline electrolytes in electrochemical cells?

Yes, the nickel matrix is listed as resistant to acid/alkali conditions and is suitable for applications such as hydrogen electrolysis, electrocatalysis, and battery electrodes. Users should verify compatibility with their specific electrolyte concentration and operating temperature, as the specification does not provide detailed chemical resistance limits.

What are the mechanical handling limits for cutting and bending this 10 mm thick nickel foam without collapsing the pore structure?

The foam has a tensile strength of 8–50 MPa, compressive strength ≥250 kPa, and mechanical strength ≥2–7 MPa, allowing it to be cut, bent, and bonded for downstream fabrication. However, the open cellular surface must be protected from heavy impact and crushing during handling to preserve the pore network integrity.

Assessment

This 40 PPI open-cell nickel foam in a 200 × 200 × 10 mm sheet provides a continuous three-dimensional porous nickel skeleton with a 0.64 mm nominal pore pitch, ≥98% through-pore rate, and 0.2–0.3 specific gravity, supporting low-mass electrode, catalyst, filtration, and heat-transfer evaluations at temperatures above 1100°C. The variable listing’s 1-piece and 5-piece package options accommodate initial screening versus repeated small-batch assembly, while clean dry storage and application-specific compatibility checks remain necessary before use.

Positive

High through-pore open-cell network: The 0.64 mm nominal pore pitch and ≥98% through-pore rate create continuous three-dimensional pathways for gas, liquid, and electrochemical reactant transport, supporting filtration, catalytic contact, and electrode loading applications.
Lightweight thermal and electrical support: With a stated specific gravity of 0.2–0.3 and high-temperature capability above 1100°C, the conductive nickel skeleton offers a low-mass cellular structure for heat-transfer, electrochemical, and elevated-temperature assembly work.

Trade-offs

Clean dry storage and impact protection required: The open-cell surface must be kept clean and dry and protected from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination; package condition, dimensions, and visible pore structure should be inspected before cutting, bonding, or installing the sheet.
Application-specific compatibility must be pre-confirmed: PPI, pore pitch, porosity, through-pore rate, dimensions, thickness, bulk density, operating environment, and corrosion, temperature, mechanical, and integration requirements must be confirmed before ordering; this listing offers a fixed 200 × 200 × 10 mm sheet format with custom dimensions only on consultation.

Quality Standards & Performance Verification

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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.

Shipping & Returns

Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD excl. heavy equipment). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).