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Laboratory Open-Cell Nickel Foam, 30 PPI, 200 × 200 × 10 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.
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Store the nickel foam sheets in a clean, dry area to prevent moisture-induced degradation. Protect the open cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination to maintain structural integrity.
- Storage and Handling: Store in a clean, dry environment and avoid mechanical deformation or contamination.
How does the 30 PPI pore density of this nickel foam balance permeability and surface area for electrochemical applications?
The 30 PPI specification corresponds to a nominal pore pitch of approximately 0.85 mm, creating a regular open network with extensive internal surface exposure. With a porosity range of 60–98% and a through-pore rate of at least 98%, this foam provides high permeability for gas and liquid flow while maintaining sufficient surface area for catalytic contact or electrode loading. Compared to higher PPI foams (smaller pores), the 30 PPI variant offers lower flow resistance at the expense of reduced geometric surface area per volume, making it suitable for applications where convective transport is critical, such as in flow-through electrodes or filtration media.
Is this nickel foam compatible with alkaline electrolytes used in hydrogen electrolysis and battery applications?
Yes, the foamed nickel matrix is resistant to both acid and alkali conditions as stated in the product specifications, with a listed temperature resistance of ≥500°C and high-temperature capability >1100°C. This makes it suitable for use in alkaline electrolysis cells, nickel-metal-hydride batteries, and nickel-cadmium batteries where the electrolyte is typically potassium hydroxide (KOH). The open-cell structure also supports efficient gas evolution and electrolyte wetting, which are critical for electrode performance in these systems.
What storage and handling precautions are recommended to preserve the structural integrity of this 10 mm thick nickel foam sheet?
The sheets should be stored in a clean, dry area and protected from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination to prevent deformation or clogging of the open-pore network. After delivery, inspect the package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure before cutting, bonding, or installing the material. The foam can be cut, bent, or bonded for downstream fabrication, but care should be taken to avoid compressive forces that could collapse the cellular structure, as the compressive strength is ≥250 kPa and mechanical strength is ≥2–7 MPa.
This 30 PPI open-cell nickel foam in a 200×200×10 mm sheet combines a continuous conductive nickel skeleton with a ≥98% through-pore network and 60–98% porosity, making it suitable for battery electrodes, filtration, catalysis, and heat-transfer assemblies, provided the crush-sensitive cellular surface is handled carefully and application-specific chemical limits are validated.
Positive
- High through-pore open-cell structure: With ≥98% through-pore rate and 60–98% porosity, this foam allows gases, liquids, and electrochemical reactants to move through the 3D network, supporting filtration, catalytic contact, electrode loading, and heat-transfer applications.
- Lightweight high-temperature metal matrix: Specific gravity of 0.2–0.3 and documented temperature resistance above 1100°C enable low-mass assemblies that retain structural continuity and thermal stability for high-temperature and heat-transfer applications.
Trade-offs
- Crush-sensitive open-pore structure: The open cellular surface must be stored in a clean, dry area and protected from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination to preserve the pore structure and flow characteristics required for reproducible performance.
- Environment-dependent chemical compatibility: Listed acid/alkali and high-temperature resistance is general; buyers must confirm corrosion, temperature, mechanical, and integration requirements for the specific operating environment before ordering or installing the material.
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).







