Choosing the correct Nitinol wire can be the key to your product’s success. Because of its unique thermo-mechanical properties, selecting the wrong type can result in poor performance or even failure. Edgetech Industries offers guidance and custom solutions to ensure our clients always get the right wire for their applications.
The first thing to consider is the application environment. Will the Nitinol wire be used in a static or dynamic system? Is it for a medical or industrial use? In medical devices, biocompatibility and flexibility are essential. For actuators, precise transformation temperatures are crucial.
Next, consider mechanical properties. Nitinol wire comes in superelastic and shape memory forms. Superelastic Nitinol wire is used where flexibility is required, while shape memory wire is selected for its ability to return to a pre-defined shape upon heating.
Diameter and tolerance are also critical. Small deviations can significantly impact performance in precision devices. At Edgetech Industries, we provide wire in tight tolerances, cut-to-length options, and different finishes.
Lastly, look at transformation temperature. This refers to the temperature range at which the alloy changes phase. It can be tailored during processing, and understanding this property is essential for design engineers.
If you’re unsure which type of Nitinol wire is best, Edgetech’s experts are ready to assist you with engineering support and material selection tailored to your application.