4J50 wire is a precision iron-nickel soft magnetic alloy containing approximately 50% nickel and is equivalent to ASTM F15 standard. It is designed for applications requiring a close thermal expansion match with borosilicate glass and ceramic materials, making it ideal for glass-to-metal sealing.
This alloy wire offers excellent soft magnetic properties, good mechanical stability, and consistent thermal performance. It is widely used in electronic tubes, relays, vacuum devices, sensors, and microelectronic packaging. 4J50 wire is often referred to as a Kovar-type sealing material and is compatible with a wide range of high-reliability electronic and aerospace applications.
Matched thermal expansion to borosilicate hard glass
Stable magnetic and mechanical performance
Excellent glass-sealing and vacuum compatibility
Smooth surface and high dimensional precision
Good formability, weldability, and corrosion resistance
Low outgassing for vacuum or hermetically sealed applications
Glass-to-metal sealed headers and pins
Vacuum tubes, electronic relays, and sensors
IC package leads and transistor enclosures
Aerospace instrumentation and feedthroughs
Medical electronics and hermetically sealed devices
Thermal expansion matched sealing for glass/ceramic components
Element | Typical Content (%) |
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Nickel (Ni) | 49.0 – 51.0 |
Cobalt (Co) | ≤ 0.50 |
Manganese (Mn) | 0.30 – 0.60 |
Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.30 |
Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.05 |
Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.02 |
Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.02 |
Iron (Fe) | Balance |
Property | Typical Value |
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Tensile Strength | ≥ 450 MPa |
Yield Strength (0.2%) | ≥ 250 MPa |
Elongation | ≥ 30% |
Hardness | ≤ 160 HV |
Density | ~8.2 g/cm³ |
Thermal Expansion (20–300°C) | ~5.0 × 10⁻⁶ /°C |
Max Service Temp | ~500°C (932°F) |
Item | Details |
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Wire Diameter Range | 0.02 mm – 3.0 mm |
Form | Spools, coils, cut lengths |
Surface Finish | Bright, oxide-free, annealed |
Standards | ASTM F15, GB/T 14986, YB/T 5231 |
Condition | Annealed (soft), hard drawn |
Packaging | Plastic spool 1 kg – 15 kg, vacuum packed available |
Certification | ISO 9001, ROHS, EN 10204 3.1 |
Country of Origin | China (OEM and logo customization available) |
Vacuum packaging or plastic spools
Anti-corrosion treatment
Air/sea/express delivery available
Delivery time: 7–15 business days