Nickel
High quality foundry nickel can improve alloy strength, enhance corrosion resistance, improve fluidity in casting and has superior heat resistance. Carpenter Brothers supplies nickel in many forms including pellets, briquettes, plates, shot, and more.
Pure nickel is best suited for shops that runs alloy steels that require nickel additions in the furnace. The melt-point of pure nickel is 2650 F. Pure nickel, comes in several different choices. Shown below are pellets that are less than 20 mm in diameter (approximately ¾”), which are easy to scoop and weigh. In addition to “pellets”, we also sell “squares” that are typically (1” x 1”) or (2” x 2”).
Getting pure nickel into solution in iron can be a challenge due to the higher melt-point, therefor nickel shot may be a better choice for shops that run Gray or Ductile Iron. It’s approximately 92% nickel. The balance is mostly Fe and Si. The process is to take pure nickel and melt it with 75% FeSi. By doing this, the melt-point is lowered (likely by 150 – 200 F). The smaller sizing and lower melt-point allow it to go into solution much easier. It is typically added to the ladle when tapping.
Nickel Products
High quality foundry nickel can improve alloy strength, enhance corrosion resistance, improve fluidity in casting and has superior heat resistance. Carpenter Brothers supplies nickel in many forms including pellets, briquettes, plates, shot, and more.
Foundry Products
We supply the necessary foundry products you need to make a quality casting. Whether you need Metals & Alloys, Melting & Melt Quality, Molding & Core Making, Casting & Shakeout, Finishing & Surface Preparation, or Environmental Compliance products, we have what you need.
About Us
Carpenter Brothers, Inc. is the leading supplier of equipment, consumables, and technical expertise for the metal casting industry. Founded in 1917, by Everett and Milton Carpenter, the brothers were able to use their unique foundry experiences to solve the problem of the day: a reliable sand source. They got their foot in the door by selling natural bonded molding sand, which was mined by hand, loaded into horse-drawn carts, and then delivered to customers. Not only did they sell the sand, but their technical expertise was readily available for all customers, big or small, to help manufacture the best castings. After surviving The Great Depression, Carpenter Brothers, Inc. slowly increased the number of products it distributed and expanded its sales territory into what it is today.
Carpenter Brothers, Inc. has committed itself to its customer's success by providing exceptional service to go along with the superior products and equipment they supply. With multiple warehouses around the United States we can get you the products you need when you need them. Our logistics team can handle getting your order to you by truck, plane, or train. Our technical sales and engineering staff all have experience in the industry, so when you buy from Carpenter Brothers you gain access to all of our knowledge.
