Description

Nickel Tetrafluoroborate Hexahydrate is an inorganic salt primarily valued as a soluble source of nickel(II) ions in specialized electroplating and surface treatment processes. Its key commercial value lies in providing a stable, high-purity nickel feed for applications requiring precise metal deposition and controlled film properties. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the electronics, metal finishing, and catalyst preparation industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Electroplating & Electroforming: Used as a primary nickel source in specialized plating baths for depositing bright, low-stress, and highly adherent nickel coatings on substrates like steel, copper, and aluminum.
• Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Manufacturing: Employed in the metallization of through-holes and vias to ensure reliable electrical connectivity in multi-layer boards.
• Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing nickel-based catalysts used in hydrogenation, reforming, and other organic synthesis reactions.
• Surface Treatment & Conversion Coatings: Applied in processes to enhance corrosion resistance, improve paint adhesion, or modify surface conductivity of metal parts.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a nickel source in CVD processes for creating thin metallic films on semiconductors or other advanced materials.
• Research & Development: Utilized in laboratories for electrochemical studies, material science research, and the development of new nickel-containing compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nickel Tetrafluoroborate Hexahydrate
CAS No.	15684-36-3
Molecular Formula	Ni(BF4)2 · 6H2O
Molecular Weight	340.41 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Nickel(II) Tetrafluoroborate Hexahydrate; Nickel Fluoborate Hexahydrate; Tetrafluoroboric Acid Nickel(II) Salt Hexahydrate; Nickel Borofluoride; Nickel Difluoroborate; Ni(BF4)2·6H2O; Bis(tetrafluoroborato)nickel hexahydrate
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Quality Control

Our Nickel Tetrafluoroborate Hexahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for nickel content, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or decomposition. Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Ni content)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	2.0 - 4.0
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Copper (Cu)	≤ 0.001 %
Zinc (Zn)	≤ 0.001 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.