Inv 145

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Datasheet updated 2017-05-29 12:09 (supersedes all previous editions)

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Inv 145 is a nickel-iron alloy (NiFe alloy) for use at temperatures up to 200°C. The alloy has a low constant thermal expansion factor up to 180°C.

Typical applications for Inv 145 are in thermostats and thermostatic bimetals.

Mechanical properties

Yield strength	Tensile strength	Elongation	Hardness
R_p0.2	R_m	A
MPa	MPa	%	Hv
320	500	30	120

Physical properties

Density g/cm³	8.08
Electrical resistivity at 20°C, Ω mm²/m^-1	≤0.82

Coefficient of thermal expansion
Temperature °C	Thermal Expansion X10^-6 /K
30-130	1.9

Thermal conductivity
Temperature °C	100
W m^-1 K^-1	11

Specific heat capacity
Temperature °C	20
kJ kg^-1 K^-1	0.51

Melting point °C	1425
Magnetic properties	The material is magnetic up to approximately 180°C.