Welcome to Maduka Metals, your trusted partner in Abuja for premium industrial materials. We specialize in supplying high-quality Invar bar and rod, a unique alloy engineered for exceptional stability. In a climate of fluctuating temperatures, our products provide the reliability that Nigerian engineers and fabricators need to ensure their projects stand the test of time, offering peace of mind for critical applications where precision is non-negotiable.
Invar is a remarkable nickel-iron alloy, typically composed of 36% nickel, which gives it its defining characteristic: an extremely low coefficient of thermal expansion. This means it barely expands or contracts with changes in temperature. The material also boasts good tensile strength and excellent machinability, allowing it to be worked into precise components without losing its fundamental stability, making it both a strong and predictable engineering choice.
| Standards : | ASTM F1684, ASME SF1684 |
| Dimensions : | EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI |
| Wire : | Thickness starting from 0.05mm |
| Round bar size : | Diameter: 3-~800mm |
| Hex Bar size : | 2-100mm A/F |
| Flat bar size : | Thickness: 2 -100mm / Width: 10 to 500mm |
| Square bar size : | 4 to 100mm |
| Rectangular Bars Size : | 33 x 30mm to 295 x 1066mm |
| Hollow Bar : | 32mm OD x 16mm ID to 250mm OD x 200mm ID |
| Tolerance : | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| Finish : | Black, Bright Polished, Rough Turned, NO.4 Finish, Matt Finish, BA Finish |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | Fe | Ni | Cr | P | Mo | Co |
| Invar 36 | 0.10 max | 0.06 max | 0.35 max | 0.025 max | Rem | 35-38 | 0.50 max | 0.025 max | 0.50 max | 1.0 max |
| Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| Psi – 71,000 , MPa – 490 | Psi – 35,000 , MPa – 240 | 42 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS |
| Invar 36 | 1.3912 | K93600 |
Yes, for Invar bar welding, specialized consumables like Invar welding rods, Invar electrodes, or Ni-based filler metals such as ERNi-1 or ERNiCrMo-3 are commonly used to ensure optimal bonding and minimize thermal expansion issues.
Yes, Invar bar and rod can be welded, typically using TIG or MIG welding techniques. However, it requires careful control of heat to avoid distortion due to its low expansion properties.
Invar rods, primarily composed of iron and nickel, are generally resistant to galvanic corrosion. However, when paired with more reactive metals, they may experience corrosion if exposed to electrolyte solutions.
The primary use of Invar bar and rod is in applications where dimensional stability is absolutely critical. You’ll find it essential in precision instruments, large-scale architectural frameworks, and molds for aerospace components. In Nigeria, it’s particularly valuable for surveying equipment, support structures for scientific apparatus, and specialized tooling, ensuring that measurements and alignments remain accurate despite the heat, making it a cornerstone for innovation and quality in demanding technical fields.






We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Maduka Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Abuja, Nigeria
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