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Laboratory Open-Cell Nickel Foam, 110 PPI, 200 × 200 × 3 mm, 1/5 pcs
Research-grade laboratory product
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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
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Store the sheet in a clean, dry area to prevent contamination and moisture damage. Protect the open-cell structure from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination during handling and storage.
- Inspection: Inspect the package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure upon delivery.
- Storage: Store the sheet in a clean, dry area to protect it from contamination and moisture.
- Handling: Protect the open-cell surface from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination.
- Fabrication: Cut, bend, or bond the sheet as needed for downstream assembly.
This procedure covers receiving, storing, and preparing the nickel foam sheet for laboratory use. It ensures the material is free from damage and contamination before integration.
- Inspect
Inspect the delivered package and sheet for damage, dimensions, and visible pore structure. - Store
Store the sheet in a clean, dry area to protect it from contamination. - Cut
Cut the sheet to the desired dimensions using an appropriate cutting tool. - Bend
Bend the sheet to the required shape if needed. - Bond
Bond the sheet to other components using a suitable adhesive or method.
How does the 110 PPI pore density of this nickel foam influence its suitability for gas diffusion electrodes in fuel cells?
The 110 PPI open-cell structure with an approximately 0.23 mm nominal pore pitch provides a high surface area and a through-pore rate of at least 98%, which supports efficient gas transport and reactant distribution in fuel-cell electrodes. The porosity range of 60–98% and the continuous three-dimensional nickel skeleton further enhance permeability while maintaining electrical conductivity, making this foam a viable substrate for gas diffusion layers.
Can this nickel foam be used directly as a current collector in nickel-metal hydride batteries without additional coating?
Yes, the foamed nickel material is inherently electrically conductive and corrosion-resistant under alkaline conditions, making it suitable as a direct current collector for nickel-metal hydride positive and negative electrodes. The source lists battery electrodes as a typical application and notes the nickel matrix provides electrical conduction combined with a low-mass cellular structure, though specific compatibility with the electrode paste should be verified during assembly.
What are the recommended storage conditions and handling precautions for this nickel foam to prevent damage to the pore structure?
Store the sheets in a clean, dry area and protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination. After delivery, inspect the package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure before cutting, bonding, or installing the material to ensure the open-cell network remains intact.
This 110 PPI open-cell nickel foam sheet (200×200×3 mm) combines a high-porosity interconnected network with ≥98% through-pore rate and lightweight mechanical properties, making it suitable for battery electrodes, catalyst carriers, and heat-transfer systems. Its high temperature resistance and corrosion resistance support demanding applications, but careful handling is required to avoid cell deformation.
Positive
- High-surface-area open-cell network: The 110 PPI open-cell structure with ~0.23 mm pore pitch provides a continuous three-dimensional network with 60-98% porosity and ≥98% through-pore rate, enabling efficient gas/liquid transport and high internal surface exposure for catalytic and electrochemical reactions.
- Lightweight with high-temperature resistance: With a specific gravity of 0.2-0.3 and bulk density of 0.1-0.8 g/cm³, the foam is ultra-lightweight while offering tensile strength of 8-50 MPa and resistance to temperatures above 500°C (up to >1100°C), making it suitable for thermal and structural applications.
Trade-offs
- Sensitive to crushing and contamination: The open cellular structure must be protected from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination; storage in a clean, dry area is required to preserve the integrity of the pore network and avoid blockage.
- Fixed sheet size and thickness: The standard 200×200×3 mm format may not fit all integration requirements; custom dimensions up to 500×1000 mm are available but require consultation, and thickness is fixed at 3 mm for this variant.
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.
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).







