Monel® Alloy
Monel® is a metal superalloy created at the beginning of the 20th century that contains 65-70% nickel, 20-29% copper, 5% manganese, and additional elements. Monel® metal is well known for its high resistance to chemical corrosion, salt water, acids, and alkaline solutions. The corrosion resistance and durability of Monel® make it ideal in industries such as oil, marine, chemical processing, and other industries with demanding environments in which equipment is subject to corrosion. Monel® alloy is offered in many forms, such as Monel® 400, Monel® R405, and Monel® K500 that contains each unique makeup and properties to better suit tough applications.
Magellan Metals provides several forms of our Monel® material from our nickel alloys selection in single-item orders or full bills. Contact us for more information about our Monel® metal or request a quote for more detailed options.
Types of Monel® Available
Magellan Metals offers a wide range of premium Monel® alloys available in various forms, including wire, bar, sheet, plate, tube, pipe, and more. Each grade of Monel® is engineered with unique properties to meet the demands of tough, long-lasting applications. Explore our selection below to learn more about the Monel® alloys we supply.Monel® 400 | UNS N04400
Monel® 400 is a nickel-copper alloy that is hardened by cold working only. The processes and chemical makeup cause Monel® 400 to maintain good weldability and moderate to high strength metal characteristics. Monel® 400 exhibits excellent resistance against multiple corrosive agents such as seawater, high-temperature steam, caustic solutions, and salt. The Monel® 400 series is available in a variety of thicknesses and lengths depending on the form. With the top resistance and weldability, Monel® 400 is extremely useful in temperatures up to 1,000°F (538°C) and is frequently used in aerospace, chemical processing, and machine engineering in specific applications such as:- Industrial heat exchangers
- Boiler feed water heaters
- Chlorinated solvents
- Marine engineering
Monel® R405 | N04405
Monel® R405 is the free machining version of the Monel® 400 series by adding sulfur. The added sulfur to the Monel® material acts as chip breakers during machining, providing better machability than the 400 grade. The Monel® R405 alloy also provides excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and weldability. The Monel® alloy meets a variety of industrial and international specifications such as UNS N04405, ASME SB-164, AMS 4674, and QQ-N-281. Several applications include:- Meter & Valve parts
- Fasteners
- Screw machine products
- Oil Refinery piping
Monel® K500 | N05500
Monel® K500 contains increased property features by adding aluminum and titanium to the nickel-copper base. The addition of these materials results in a high-strength Monel® variant with increased hardness and strength from precipitation hardening heat treatments. The higher-strength Monel® K500 material makes this suitable for applications needing top corrosive resistance, including:- Doctor blades and scrapers
- Oil-well drill collars and instruments
- Electronic components
- Springs
Monel® Material Advantages
The chemical composition and corrosion resistance of each Monel® alloy provide its own unique set of features depending on the application. Monel® material maintains high corrosion resistance, which makes Monel® ideal for saltwater, freshwater, and other challenging environments. In addition, Monel® is very malleable and can be brazed, welded, and soldered. This results in Monel® alloy being formed into multiple shapes, including sheet, pipes, rods, plates, flanges, and more. Monel® also has a high alkali resistance to make it resistant to acids, and also a low coefficient of thermal expansion.Monel® Metal for Corrosion Resistance Applications
The high-strength and good machinability of Monel® metal make this suitable for many tough applications in a variety of industries. The Monel® superalloys are commonly utilized in environments and applications that require high corrosion resistance and increased strength. Direct applications include:- Marine components
- Pump shafts
- Chemical processing equipment
- Heat exchangers
- Valves and fittings
Monel® vs Stainless Steel
While both Monel® and stainless steel possess corrosion resistance properties, it is important to note the differences between the two alloys. Monel® provides increased corrosion protection against acids, alkalis, and chemicals in high-temperature environments, whereas stainless steel would not be as suited to these types of applications. Since Monel® is a superalloy, this provides enhanced characteristics and makes it more applicable in volatile conditions. Therefore, Monel® metal is generally more expensive than stainless steel.Magellan Metals is Your Monel® Alloy Supplier
For over 35 years, Magellan Metals has been a global supplier of premium metals in both single items and full bill material orders for almost any project. As an ISO 9001-certified industry-leading supplier of various metals, we are sure to provide you with the materials for any specification. We pride ourselves on top customer service and can customize our metal through our various services to for many industrial needs. We are sure to find the right Monel® solution for even the most enduring applications.Contact Us for Your Monel® Needs
With many forms and types of our Monel® materials, we are sure to supply the right metal for your high-performance application requirements. Contact us to learn more about our Monel® metal or request a quote for more pricing options.