Your Professional Monel Supplier

 

JN is a company with more than 15 years of experience in providing high-quality Stainless steel and Nickel Alloys. Its product range covers Pipes, steel Plates, Flanges, Prefabricated welding products, etc. Since its establishment, we have been constantly pursuing technological innovation and excellent quality and have become a leader in the industry.Technical consultation: providing customers with professional technical support and consultation to help them choose the most suitable materials and processing solutions.

 
  • Monel 400 / UNS N04400 / 2.4360
    Type: . Pipes. Plates. Bars. Fittings. Forgings. Flanges. Prefabrication. We are Monel 400 manufacturer and supplier, top quality, competitive price, professional distribution and after-sales service team.
    read more
  • Monel K500 / UNS N05500 / 2.4375
    Type: . Pipes. Plates. Bars. Fittings. Forgings. Flanges. Prefabrication. We are Monel K500 manufacturer and supplier, top quality, competitive price, professional distribution and after-sales service team.
    read more
 
 
Why Choose Us
 
01/

Product Application
Oil and Gas, Power Plants, Chemical and Petrochemical, Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Automotive, Aerospace, Marine and many other Industries.

02/

One-stop Services
We provide high-quality products according to customer needs, and we can also recommend suitable products to customers according to their needs.

03/

Production Market
We are mainly engaged in pipelines for oil and gas plants, and the main markets are Southeast Asia, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, some countries in North America and South America, and some other countries in need. Because these customers recognize our company, they will also introduce local customers to us.

04/

Our Certificate
We have passed a series of quality certifications: CE, ISO 9000, PED EU pressure equipment manufacturing license, GOOST, Special equipment manufacturing license (TS), Factory accreditation certificate (MA) of the United States Classification Society, ect.

 

Monel K500 / UNS N05500 / 2.4375

Types of Monel Alloys

 

 

Monel 400 (UNS N04400)

Monel 400 is a nickel alloy renowned for exceptional corrosion resistance in reducing and marine environments. Its solid-solution strengthening mechanism enables robust performance across temperatures ranging from cryogenic (−240°C) to elevated (540°C) conditions. It resists seawater pitting/crevice corrosion and biofouling, outperforming 316 stainless steel in stagnant or high-velocity seawater.

Monel K500 (UNS N05500)

Monel K500 is a nickel alloy by adding Al and Ti. This composition enables age hardening via gamma prime phase formation during thermal treatment, significantly enhancing mechanical properties over its non-hardenable counterpart Monel 400. The alloy achieves a yield strength of 550–1100 MPa while retaining 30–120 ksi ductility. It combines outstanding corrosion resistance to seawater, hydrofluoric acid, and alkaline solutions with high fatigue strength and non-magnetic behavior.

 

 

Chemical Composition Comparison

 

 

Element

Monel 400

Monel K500

Ni

63%-70%

63%-70%

Cu

28%-34%

27%-33%

Fe

≤ 2.5%

≤ 2.0%

Mn

≤ 2.0%

≤ 1.5%

C

≤ 0.3%

≤ 0.25%

Si

≤ 0.5%

≤ 0.5%

Al

2.3%-3.15%

Ti

0.35%-0.85%

S

≤ 0.024%

≤ 0.01%

 

 

Advantages of Monel

 

 

 

High corrosion resistance: Monel is highly resistant to corrosion in a wide variety of aggressive environments, including seawater, acids and alkalis.

 
 

Resistance to high temperatures: It can withstand high temperatures without compromising its mechanical properties.

 
 

Good mechanical strength: It stands out for being a hard and tough alloy, which makes it ideal for applications where high mechanical strength is required.

 
 

Non-magnetic: It is perfect for use in applications where the material must not interfere with magnetic fields.

 
 

Ease of machining: Especially in comparison to other nickel alloys, it is easy to machine.

 
 

Fire resistance: It withstands very high temperatures without suffering any damage to its shape or composition, maintaining its integrity.

 
 

Good fatigue resistance: It can stand up to continuous loading and unloading cycles.

 
 

High resistance to cracking: For example, it resists stress caused by substances such as chlorides, which quickly degrade other metals.

 

 

 

Physical Properties Comparison

 

 

Property

Monel 400

Monel K500

Density (g/cm³)

8.8

8.44

Melting Point (°C)

1350-1390

1350-1390

Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K)

21.8

17.5

Electrical Resistivity (µΩ·m)

0.51

0.44

 

Application of Monel

Marine Engineering:

Due to their outstanding resistance to seawater corrosion, these nickel-copper alloys are extensively used in marine engineering, including shipbuilding, underwater pipelines, and seawater valves.

 

 

Chemical and Hydrocarbon Processing:

Their resistance to acids and alkalies makes them ideal for chemical plants, oil refineries, and hydrocarbon processing equipment, commonly used in heat exchangers, valves, and processing vessels.

Aerospace and Defense:

These alloys are utilized in aerospace for aircraft construction and military hardware due to their high strength and corrosion resistance, with components such as pump shafts, fasteners, and propeller shafts benefiting from their durability.

Electrical and Electronic:

Their good electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance make these alloys suitable for electronic components and devices, including electronic vacuum tubes and specialized electronic equipment.

Medical Equipment:

The biocompatibility and resistance to bodily fluids of these materials make them suitable for medical instruments and surgical implants, used in various medical applications where corrosion resistance and durability are critical.

 

 

Mechanical Properties Comparison

 

 

Property

Monel 400

Monel K500

Tensile Strength (MPa)

550-700

965

Yield Strength (MPa)

240-345

690

Elongation (%)

20-30

15-20

Hardness (Rockwell B)

65-80

90-100

 

 

FAQ

 

 

Q: Is Monel better than stainless steel?

A: Monel is harder than many types of stainless steel, including 316 stainless steel, due to its higher nickel and copper content. This makes Monel suitable for applications where both hardness and corrosion resistance are required.

Q: What are the special properties of Monel?

A: Monel offers exceptional resistance to hydrofluoric acid in all concentrations up to the boiling point. It is perhaps the most resistant of all commonly used engineering alloys. The alloy is also resistant to many forms of sulfuric and hydrochloric acids under reducing conditions.

Q: Why is Monel so expensive?

A: This is due to it being a range of nickel-based alloys, based on up to 67% nickel content. Nickel is one of the most expensive individual elements used in the production of corrosion resistant metals, and its price can also be quite volatile also.

Q: What is Monel metal used for?

A: Monel is used for marine engineering, chemical and hydrocarbon processing equipment, valves, pumps, shafts, fittings, fasteners, and heat exchangers. It is also used as part of metal instruments and frames of eyeglasses.

Q: When to use Monel?

A: Monel often replaces stainless steel as the ideal material for corrosion resistance. Monel 400, in particular, is used for handling sulfuric acid solutions under reducing conditions. Alloys such as Monel 400, R-405, and K-500 are resistant to chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking.

As one of the leading monel manufacturers and suppliers in China, we warmly welcome you to buy high-grade monel for sale here from our factory. All our products are with high quality and competitive price.

alloy trade, alloy malleability, alloy alloying element
Send Inquiry
Come To Us
And Start Your RFQs Now.
contact us