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Raytron Technical Review RESEARCH ARTICLE ncc-50-high-conductivity

NCC-50% IACS: Higher Conductivity Grade

Gao-Lei Xu1 *

1RAYTRON Group Technology Research Center, China

*Corresponding author

Received: 2025-12 Accepted: 2026-02 Published: 03/2026
DOI: 10.1234/raytron.2026.WP-04-02

1. Introduction

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Figure Fig. 1 NCC grade conductivity comparison

2. Material Specifications

3. Performance Analysis

4. Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NCC-50%?

NCC-50% is a higher conductivity grade of Nickel-Clad Copper with 50% IACS conductivity, manufactured using clad and weld process. It offers an optimal balance between electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance.

How does NCC-50% compare to NCC-40%?

NCC-50% provides 25% higher conductivity (50% vs 40% IACS) with lower nickel content (25-35% vs 35-45%), making it ideal for applications where electrical efficiency is more critical than maximum corrosion resistance.

What applications benefit most from NCC-50%?

NCC-50% is ideal for applications requiring both good conductivity and corrosion resistance, such as battery terminals, electrical connectors, and industrial conductors in moderately corrosive environments.

What are the cost advantages of NCC-50%?

NCC-50% offers 20-30% cost savings compared to pure nickel conductors while maintaining excellent corrosion resistance and high-temperature performance, making it a cost-effective alternative.

Figures

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Fig. 1 NCC grade conductivity comparison

Tables

Table 1 Grade comparison
GradeConductivityNickel Volume Ratio
NCC-40%38-42%35-45%
NCC-50%48-52%25-35%
NCC-60%58-62%15-25%
Table 2 Performance parameters
PropertyValue
Conductivity48-52% IACS
Tensile Strength250-350 MPa
Max Temperature400°C

References

  1. ASTM International ASTM B355: Nickel-Coated Copper Wire ASTM (2020)
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Gaolei Xu

Senior Materials Scientist

Credentials & Honors

  • CTO, Raytron Group
  • Zhejiang Provincial High-level Talent Special Support Program - Young Talent
  • Shaoxing "Technology Vice President"
  • Shaoxing Science and Technology Commissioner
  • Member of National Technical Committee 243 on Heavy Metals (SAC/TC 243/SC2)

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Patents (Inventor) Search Patents

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Areas of Expertise

Copper-Clad Aluminum (CCA) Technology Copper-Clad Steel (CCS) Manufacturing Bimetallic Composite Materials PV Ribbon for Solar Cells Battery Tab Materials for EV Applications Continuous Extrusion Technology

Selected Publications

  • Research and Application of Rolling Method for Manufacturing Metal Laminated Composites, Aluminum Processing Journal, 2008
  • Annealing Process Research of Copper-Aluminum Composite Strip
  • Research on Preparation Process of Copper/Aluminum Composite Strip for Cables
  • Interface Microstructure Evolution of Rolled Copper/Aluminum Composite Strip During Annealing

Mr. Xu Gaolei is a distinguished expert in non-ferrous metal processing with over 15 years of experience. He is recognized as a Young Talent under the Zhejiang Provincial High-level Talent Special Support Program. He leads R&D initiatives in bimetallic composite technologies and has contributed significantly to the standardization of copper and bimetallic materials in China.

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