Monel K500: A High-Performance Nickel-Copper Alloy for Demanding Applications

Monel K500: A High-Performance Nickel-Copper Alloy for Demanding Applications
Monel K500 is a precipitation-hardenable nickel-copper alloy offering superior corrosion resistance, high tensile strength, and excellent performance in extreme conditions. Enhanced with aluminum and titanium, this alloy surpasses Monel 400 in hardness and wear resistance through controlled aging processes. Widely adopted in marine, chemical, oil and gas, and aerospace sectors, Monel K500 meets stringent international standards. This article details its composition, properties, certifications, and industrial uses.

Product Standards
Monel K500 conforms to:

• ASTM B865 (UNS N05500)

• ASME SB-865

• DIN 17743

• ISO 6208

Applications

• Marine: Pump shafts, valve components, submarine fittings.

• Chemical: Reactors, heat exchangers.

• Oil & Gas: Drill collars, downhole equipment.

• Aerospace: Turbine blades, fuel injectors.

Technical Advantages

• Tensile Strength: 1,000–1,100 MPa (aged condition).

• Corrosion Resistance: Excellent in seawater, acids, and high-pressure CO₂/H₂S environments.

• Temperature Range: Stable performance from -200°C to 480°C.