Sahil Metals, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, stands out as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of high-performance metal products tailored for specialized industrial needs. Among its key offerings is **Invar 42 Bar and Rod**, a nickel-iron alloy celebrated for its low thermal expansion and remarkable dimensional stability. Designed with precision in mind, this alloy is perfect for applications in electronics, aerospace, telecommunications, and sealing. Sahil Metals ensures that Invar 42 is supplied in line with international standards, catering to the rigorous demands of industries throughout Saudi Arabia and the GCC.
**Invar 42 Bar and Rod** consists of roughly 42% nickel and 58% iron. This specific composition grants the alloy its distinctive ability to control thermal expansion, closely aligning with the expansion rates of certain glasses and ceramics. With a low thermal expansion coefficient up to about 300°C, Invar 42 also boasts impressive mechanical properties, including a tensile strength ranging from 450 to 650 MPa and excellent machinability. Its stability under thermal stress makes it an excellent choice for applications that require tight dimensional tolerances.
| Standards : | ASTM F30, ASME SF30 |
| Dimensions : | EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI |
| Wire : | Thickness starting from 0.05mm |
| Round bar size : | Diameter: 3-~800mm |
| Hex Bar size : | 2-100mm A/F |
| Flat bar size : | Thickness: 2 -100mm / Width: 10 to 500mm |
| Square bar size : | 4 to 100mm |
| Rectangular Bars Size : | 33 x 30mm to 295 x 1066mm |
| Hollow Bar : | 32mm OD x 16mm ID to 250mm OD x 200mm ID |
| Tolerance : | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| Finish : | Black, Bright Polished, Rough Turned, NO.4 Finish, Matt Finish, BA Finish |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | Fe | Ni | Cr | P | Mo | Cu | Mo |
| Invar 42 | 0.1 max | 0.6 max | 0.35 max | 0.025 max | Balance | 35.0 – 37.0 | 0.5 max | 0.025 max | 0.5 max | 0.5 max | 0.5 max |
| Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Tensile Strength | Elongation | Hardness |
| Ksi – 36 , MPa – 248 | Ksi – 71 , MPa – 490 | 40 % | 40 |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS |
| Invar 42 | 1.3917 | K94100 |
Yes, laser welding can be used for Invar 42 bars. Its low thermal expansion properties make it suitable for precision welding, though attention is needed to manage heat input and distortion.
Yes, Invar 36 bar and rod can be welded, but it requires special care due to its low expansion properties. Proper welding techniques, such as TIG or MIG, are recommended.
Yes, specific welding consumables for Invar 36 bar and rod include Invar 36 electrodes, TIG rods, and MIG wires. These materials ensure proper fusion and minimize thermal expansion issues during welding.
**Invar 42 Bar and Rod** finds extensive use in glass-to-metal seals, electronic components, lead frames, vacuum tube devices, and precision instrumentation. Its matched expansion characteristics make it ideal for hermetic seals and electronic packaging, where maintaining a reliable seal between materials with different thermal behaviors is crucial. Furthermore, it’s utilized in aerospace systems and magnetic shielding applications, thanks to its dependable performance across varying temperature conditions and stable physical properties over time.






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