Monel
What is Monel?
Monel is a group of nickel-copper alloys known for their superior corrosion resistance, high strength, and excellent durability in harsh environments. Typically containing about 65-70% nickel and 20-29% copper, Monel also includes small amounts of iron, manganese, carbon, and silicon.
Asiad Steel Industries is a trusted supplier of premium Monel products, offering customized grades and dimensions to meet specific industrial requirements.
Key Features
Thermal
Stability
Durable
Construction
Precision
Finish
Wide
Compatibility
Corrosion
Resistant
Specifications
| Specification Category | Parameter / Feature | Details / Options |
|---|---|---|
| Size Range | Nominal Size | 10 mm × 10 mm to 500 mm × 500 mm (custom sizes available) |
| Pressure Ratings | ANSI / ASME Class | Class 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, 2500 |
| PN Ratings | PN6, PN10, PN16, PN25, PN40, PN64 | |
| Product Types | Monel Pipes | ERW & Seamless, standard wall thickness |
| Monel Sheets / Plates | 2B, Hot Rolled, Matt, Mirror Finish, Coloured | |
| Monel Rods / Bars | Round, Hex, Square | |
| Monel Fittings | Elbows, Tees, Reducers, Couplings | |
| Material Options | Monel Grades | Monel 400, Monel K500 |
| Other Alloys | Nickel-Copper Alloys, Inconel (optional) | |
| Standards & Certifications | ASTM | ASTM B127, ASTM B165, ASTM B446, ASTM B564 |
| ASME / ANSI | ASME B36.10, ASME B36.19 | |
| European Standards | EN 10204, EN 10210 | |
| Certifications | ISO 9001, PED 2014/68/EU, NACE MR0175, AS9100 | |
| Design Features | Wall Thickness | As per ASTM / EN standards, customized options available |
| End Connections | Plain Ends, Beveled Ends | |
| Tolerance | As per ASTM / ASME / EN standards | |
| Coating & Surface Finish | Anti-Corrosion Coating | Passivation, Nickel Plating |
| Optional Coatings | PTFE, PVD, Anodizing | |
| Surface Finish | Mill Finish, Pickled, Polished, Bead Blasted | |
| Testing & Inspection | Pressure Testing | Hydrostatic, Pneumatic |
| Non-Destructive Testing | Radiography (RT), Ultrasonic (UT), Dye Penetrant (DPT) | |
| Destructive Testing | Tensile, Hardness, Impact |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value | Unit / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 450 – 750 | MPa (Monel 400, Monel K500) |
| Yield Strength | 150 – 400 | MPa |
| Hardness | 100 – 220 | HB (Brinell) |
| Elongation | ≥ 25 – 40 | % |
| Density | 8.8 – 8.9 | g/cm³ |
| Impact Toughness | ≥ 30 – 80 | J (Charpy, grade-dependent) |
| Modulus of Elasticity (E) | ~200 | GPa |
| Fatigue Strength | 220 – 450 | MPa |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent | – |
| Thermal Conductivity | 11 – 22 | W/m·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 12 – 14 ×10⁻⁶ | /°C |
| Yield Ratio (YS/UTS) | 0.35 – 0.60 | – |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.29 – 0.31 | – |
| Brinell Hardness Range | 100 – 220 | HB |
| Surface Finish | Mill, Pickled, Polished | – |
| Welding Type | TIG, MIG, Resistance | – |
| Operating Temperature Range | -200 to 400 | °C (grade-dependent) |
| Pressure Rating | Class 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, 2500 | ASME B16.5 Standards |
Chemical Composition
| Element | Monel 400 (%) | Monel K500 (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | 63.0 min | 63.0 min |
| Copper (Cu) | 28.0 – 34.0 | 27.0 – 33.0 |
| Iron (Fe) | 2.5 max | 2.0 max |
| Manganese (Mn) | 2.0 max | 1.5 max |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.50 max | 0.50 max |
| Carbon (C) | 0.30 max | 0.25 max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.024 max | 0.010 max |
| Aluminum (Al) | — | 2.3 – 3.15 |
| Titanium (Ti) | — | 0.35 max |
| Other Elements | — | ≤ 2.0 (total) |
Applications of Monel
Construction &
Infrastructure
Automotive & Heavy
Equipment
Manufacturing &
Fabrication
Medical & Laboratory
Equipment
Electrical &
Electronics Assembly
Oil, Gas & Petrochemical
Installations
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