1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip UNS K93600 High Initial Permeability

Product Specification

1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip (UNS K93600) : High Initial Permeability and Near‑Zero Thermal Expansion

Product Overview

1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip represents the pinnacle of low‑carbon nickel‑iron precision materials, delivering unparalleled magnetic performance and dimensional stability for critical electromagnetic applications. Engineered with 36 wt % nickel content and a balance of iron, this strip exhibits high initial permeability, low coercivity, and minimal hysteresis loss under alternating magnetic fields. Its exceptional resistance to corrosion in humid, saline, and hydrazine environments ensures reliable operation in South Asia’s monsoon climates, Southeast Asia’s tropical conditions, the arid Middle East, Europe’s precision instrumentation, and the automotive and aerospace sectors of the Americas. With a near‑zero thermal expansion coefficient and a Curie temperature above 230 °C, the 1J36 strip maintains tight dimensional tolerances across a broad temperature range, making it ideal for precision transformers, sensors, magnetic shielding, and compensation coils. Drawing upon decades of material‑science expertise, this alloy strip offers tensile strength exceeding 490 MPa and yield strength above 275 MPa, combined with elongation over 40%, ensuring mechanical integrity during forming and assembly. Tailored to standards such as GB/T 15018‑1994 and ASTM B388, it meets the rigorous demands of advanced control systems and high‑performance electronic assemblies.

Chemical Composition

Mechanical Properties of 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip

Physical Parameters of 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip

Standards Compliance for 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip

Key Features of 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip

• 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip exhibits high initial permeability (μ_i > 80,000) and low coercive force (< 5 A/m), ensuring efficient magnetic flux control.

• Exceptional saturation magnetic induction up to 0.7 T minimizes core losses in power conversion and signal processing.

• Low hysteresis loss under cyclic magnetization extends service life in dynamic applications.

• Near‑zero thermal expansion (< 1.3 × 10⁻⁶/°C) maintains dimensional stability across –200 °C to +200 °C.

• Superior corrosion resistance in moisture, salt spray, and hydrazine media supports reliability in harsh environments.

• Optimized electrical resistivity reduces eddy current losses at high frequencies.

• High mechanical strength (tensile > 490 MPa) supports precision stamping, winding, and forming without cracking.

Applications of 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip

1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip is widely used in:

• Power and distribution transformers for grid and industrial systems

• Inductive sensors, transducers, and magnetic amplifiers

• Magnetic shielding in medical imaging and electronic enclosures

• Compensation coils in temperature‑sensitive circuits

• Aerospace instrumentation and automotive control systems

• Precision relays, choke coils, and pulse transformers

Its versatile performance across diverse climates and industries—from tropical monsoons to cryogenic environments—makes it a go‑to material for advanced electromagnetic designs.

FAQ: 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip

Q1: What thickness and width ranges are available for 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip?
A1: Standard thickness ranges from 0.02 mm to 5.0 mm, with widths from 5 mm to 180 mm. Custom dimensions can be specified to suit unique design requirements.

Q2: How should 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip be heat treated?
A2: Optimal magnetic properties are achieved by annealing at 950–980 °C in a hydrogen or vacuum furnace, followed by rapid cooling to preserve fine-grained microstructure.

Q3: What environmental conditions can 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip withstand?
A3: The strip resists corrosion in high-humidity, saline, and hydrazine environments, and maintains magnetic stability from –200 °C to +200 °C.

Q4: How is 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip packaged to ensure protection?
A4: Each coil is wrapped in moisture‑proof paper, sealed in anti‑corrosion film, and secured on a sturdy wooden crate or pallet to prevent damage during transit.

Q5: Which industries benefit most from 1J36 Soft Magnetic Alloy Strip?
A5: Industries such as power generation, electronics, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and precision instrumentation leverage its superior magnetic and mechanical performance.