Nickel Metal Foam (Ni, Purity : >99.9%, PPI: 50)

Nickel Metal Foam

Nickel metal foam is a versatile material with a unique open-cell structure that provides a combination of high surface area, conductivity, and mechanical strength.

Electrochemical Applications

Battery Electrodes: Nickel metal foam is widely used as a current collector and structural support in battery electrodes, especially in nickel-cadmium (NiCd), nickel-metal hydride (NiMH), and lithium-ion batteries. The foam’s large surface area enhances the efficiency of charge storage and discharge processes.

Supercapacitors: In supercapacitors, nickel foam serves as a conductive scaffold for the active materials, providing a high surface area that improves energy storage capacity and power delivery.

Fuel Cells: Nickel foam is used in fuel cells, particularly as electrodes or catalyst supports, to improve the efficiency of electrochemical reactions by providing an extensive reactive surface.

 Catalysis and Chemical Processing

Catalyst Support: Nickel foam’s high surface area and stability under harsh conditions make it an ideal support material for catalysts in chemical reactions, such as hydrogenation, methanation, and the reforming of hydrocarbons.

Electrolysis: Nickel foam is used in water electrolysis systems to produce hydrogen. Its conductive and porous nature facilitates the efficient generation and separation of hydrogen gas.

Thermal Management

Heat Exchangers: Nickel metal foam is employed in heat exchangers to enhance heat transfer efficiency. Its high thermal conductivity and large surface area make it effective in dissipating heat in applications such as cooling systems and industrial processes.

Heat Sinks: The foam is used as a heat sink in electronics and other high-temperature environments, where it helps to dissipate heat away from sensitive components, maintaining optimal operating temperatures.

 Filtration and Separation

Gas and Liquid Filtration: Nickel foam’s porous structure allows it to function as a filter for gases and liquids, trapping particles while maintaining a good flow rate. It is used in applications like air purification, water filtration, and industrial gas separation.

Electrochemical Filtration: In electrochemical systems, nickel foam can act as a filter and electrode simultaneously, removing impurities while facilitating electrochemical reactions.