Engine Piston: Parts, Types of Pistons, Working (PDF)
Aluminium 86.3 to 82.5%. The coefficient of expansion is actually only about 2% less than that of pure aluminum, but this improvement, combined with good war and heat-resisting qualities makes the alloy a variable one. 2. Invar Strut Pistons. In this type of piston, Invar is an alloy containing 36% nickel and 64% iron.