HTS (High-Temperature Superconducting) Tape
Hastelloy® C-276 HTS Tape
Light Gauge Strip for High-Temperature Superconductor Applications
High-temperature superconductors (HTS) are ultra-thin, tape-like materials that carry tremendous amounts of electricity with zero resistance—meaning, no energy is lost as heat. They deliver very high current at low voltage when cooled to low temperatures. Elgiloy Specialty Metals produces superior C276 HTS tape substrates engineered to meet the most demanding specifications.
Manufacturing Excellence – The Elgiloy Specialty Metals Advantage
Our substrates serve as dependable foundations for advanced superconductor applications, providing consistent performance and reliability during the critical layering process of HTS cable production. Leveraging our specialized processing capabilities, we engineer exceptional mechanical properties into every tape substrate. The superior corrosion resistance of Hastelloy® C-276 contributes to extending the service life of your finished cable product.
With decades of precision strip processing experience, Elgiloy Specialty Metals understands the unique demands of high-temperature superconductor tape manufacturers. We combine advanced materials science with precision manufacturing to deliver substrates that exceed expectations for flatness, temper control, and dimensional accuracy. Whether your HTS tape is used in nuclear, medical, or energy transmission, we have the expertise to meet your specifications and needs.
Critical Requirements
- Ultra-smooth surface finish for enhanced layer adhesion and performance
- Uniform straightness for precise winding and assembly in manufacturing
- Extremely close dimensional tolerances for thickness, flatness, and width
- High-performance alloys including Hastelloy® C-276 and potential 310S
- Engineered to meet exact specifications for every application
Elgiloy Specialty Metals delivers HTS tape substrates engineered to exacting standards. Our commitment to precision ensures consistent performance across every production run.
Flatness
- Engineered within extremely tight tolerances to ensure proper layer adhesion and tape performance during winding and operation.
Temper
- Precisely controlled mechanical properties deliver the exact temper required for your specific superconductor tape application.
Gauge
- Maintained within strict dimensional tolerances to meet the unique requirements of buffer layer deposition and final tape assembly.
Surface
- Ultra-smooth surface minimizes defects and enhances adhesion of superconducting and buffer layers.
Who Uses HTS Tape?
- Power Transmission: High-capacity power cables that transmit electricity with zero resistance losses, reducing energy waste in utility grids.
- Medical Imaging: MRI systems and other diagnostic equipment requiring ultra-strong, stable magnetic fields for precise imaging capabilities.
- Energy Storage: Superconducting magnetic energy storage (SMES) systems for grid stabilization and backup power applications.
- Research & Science: Laboratory magnets, particle accelerators, and experimental equipment requiring extreme magnetic field strengths.
- Transportation: Magnetic levitation (maglev) systems and advanced propulsion technologies powered by superconducting magnets.
- Industrial Applications: Specialized industrial equipment leveraging the unique properties of superconductivity for enhanced performance.
Ready to Explore HTS Tape Substrates?
Whether you’re a superconductor tape manufacturer seeking a reliable substrate partner or an engineer evaluating HTS technology, Elgiloy Specialty Metals is here to support your success. Our expertise in precision strip processing and advanced alloys makes us an ideal partner for your HTS applications.
