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4J29 / Kovar Alloy Tube | Fe-Ni-Co Controlled Expansion Alloy

Place of Origin CHINA
Brand Name HUONA
Certification SGS
Model Number WIRE
Minimum Order Quantity 10kg
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Packaging Details Wooden case / Carton / Vacuum packing
Delivery Time 30days
Payment Terms T/T
Supply Ability 1000kg /Monthe

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Product Details
Alloy Grade 4J29 / Kovar / ASTM F15 / UNS K94610 Material Structure Fe-Ni-Co Controlled Expansion Alloy
Thermal Expansion Match Compatible With Borosilicate Glass, Alumina Ceramics, Sealing Glass Tube Types Available Seamless Tube / Capillary Tube / Precision Cut Lengths
Corrosion Resistance Good Resistance In Vacuum, Inert Gases, And Reducing Atmospheres Electrical Properties Stable Electrical Resistivity Suitable For Electronic Packaging
Formability Suitable For Cold Drawing, Deep Processing, Machining, Welding
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4J29 Kovar alloy tube

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Product Description

Product Overview

4J29 tubing (Kovar tube) is an iron–nickel–cobalt controlled-expansion alloy widely used for hermetic sealing, electronic packaging, and glass-to-metal or ceramic-to-metal joints.
Its thermal expansion closely matches borosilicate glass and alumina ceramics, ensuring excellent sealing performance and long-term dimensional stability.

The material features high strength, excellent air-tightness, and stable thermal properties, making it ideal for high-reliability applications in aerospace, electronics, sensors, medical devices, and vacuum components.

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Key Features

  • Controlled Thermal Expansion: Matches the expansion of borosilicate glass and 95%–99% alumina ceramics.

  • Excellent Hermeticity: Ensures tight, leak-free glass-to-metal and ceramic-to-metal seals.

  • High Strength & Stability: Maintains mechanical performance under thermal cycling and long-term service.

  • Good Machinability & Formability: Suitable for drawing, deep processing, precision machining, and welding.

  • Reliable in High-Vacuum Environments: Low outgassing and excellent structural stability.


Main Applications

Industry Typical Application Description / Purpose
Electronics Vacuum tubes, transistor housings, IC packages Hermetic glass-to-metal sealing
Aerospace Sensor housings, feedthroughs High-reliability expansion-matched components
Medical Devices Laser housings, X-ray components Stable sealing in vacuum/sterile environments
Optical & Laser Laser tubes, photodiode housings Dimensional stability under thermal load
Instrumentation Precision connectors, relays For controlled-expansion components

Chemical Composition (Typical, %)

Element Ni Co Fe Mn Si C P S
Content 28.5–29.5 16.5–17.5 Balance ≤ 0.3 ≤ 0.3 ≤ 0.02 ≤ 0.02 ≤ 0.02

Complies with ASTM F15 / GB 4J29 / UNS K94610.


Technical Specifications

Item Value
Material Type Fe-Ni-Co Controlled Expansion Alloy
Standard ASTM F15 / GB 4J29
Density 8.2 g/cm³
Tube OD Range 0.3 mm – 60 mm (custom available)
Wall Thickness 0.05 mm – 5 mm
Melting Range 1450 – 1500 °C
Thermal Expansion (20–300°C) 4.6 × 10⁻⁶ /K
Condition Annealed / Bright Annealed / Cold Drawn
Surface Bright / Clean / Oxide-Free
Form Tube / Capillary Tube / Precision Cut Length

Supply Capability

  • Regular Stock: ≥ 8 tons/month

  • Lead Time: 7 – 12 working days

  • OEM / ODM: Available (cut-to-length, machining, custom dimensions)

  • Export Regions: Europe | Southeast Asia | Middle East | North America


Custom Attributes

Attribute Value
Grade 4J29 / Kovar / ASTM F15
Color Metallic Silver
Tensile Strength ≥ 450 MPa
Hardness 130–180 HV (Annealed)
Application Field Electronics / Aerospace / Medical / Laser
Tube Type Seamless Tube / Capillary Tube
Packaging Wooden case / Carton / Vacuum packing




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