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The difference between nickel titanium alloy and nickel titanium copper alloy

The difference between nickel titanium alloy and nickel titanium copper alloy

2025-10-25 11:19:49

The core difference between nickel titanium alloy (NiTi) and nickel titanium copper alloy (NiTiCu) lies in whether copper element is added, which directly leads to significant differences in phase transition temperature, mechanical properties, and application scenarios between the two.



Comparison Table of Core Differences


Comparison dimensionsNickel titanium alloy (NiTi)Nickel titanium copper alloy (NiTiCu)
Main components Nickel (about 50%~51%), Titanium (balance)Nickel, Titanium (base)+Copper (usually 5% ~10%, replacing some nickel)
Phase transition temperature rangeWide (usually 10~50 ℃, adjustable by composition)Extremely narrow (usually<5 ℃, even<2 ℃, more precise temperature control)
Phase transition lag large (about 15~30 ℃, large temperature difference between cold and hot phase transitions)extremely small (about 15 ℃, temperature difference between cold and hot phase transitions is close to the same)
Mechanical propertiesShape memory effect/excellent superelasticity, long fatigue life Slightly higher strength, increased rigidity, and more stable superelasticity at low temperatures
Processing difficultyConventional melting and rolling, mature processing technologyCopper element increases the difficulty of melting uniformity, resulting in higher processing costs
Core advantagesBalanced comprehensive performance, high cost-effectiveness, wide applicabilityAccurate phase change temperature, small hysteresis, suitable for temperature sensitive scenarios



Differences in typical application scenarios

Nickel titanium alloy: Due to its balanced comprehensive performance, it is often used in scenarios where temperature accuracy is not strictly required, such as:

Medical field: vascular stents, orthodontic wires, orthopedic internal fixators;

Industrial field: pipeline joints, intelligent valves, anti scalding devices.


Nickel titanium copper alloy: Due to its precise phase transition temperature and small hysteresis, it focuses on scenarios that require extremely high temperature control, such as:

Precision medicine: temperature triggered components of minimally invasive instruments (requiring precise deformation at specific human temperatures);

Electronics/Aerospace: Precision sensors, temperature control switches, and tiny drive components for spacecraft.


Nickel titanium copper alloy

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