Monel 400 Alloy / Monel UNS N04400 For Marine Engineering

Monel 400 Alloy High-Strength, Corrosion-Resistant Material Ideal For Marine And Chemical Processing Applications

Monel 400 Alloy Product Introduction:

Monel 400 alloy, also known as UNS N04400, is a nickel-copper alloy renowned for its excellent combination of high strength and outstanding corrosion resistance in a wide range of environments. It consists predominantly of Nickel (Ni) and Copper (Cu), with small amounts of Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Carbon (C), and Silicon (Si).

Key Features:

• Chemical Composition: Nickel provides about 63% of the alloy's composition, with Copper contributing 28-34%. The remaining elements enhance specific properties, ensuring optimal performance.

• Mechanical Properties: Monel 400 alloy exhibits impressive tensile strength ranging from 550 MPa to 800 MPa (annealed condition) and yield strength between 240 MPa and 450 MPa (0.2% offset).

• Physical Properties: It has a density of 8.80 g/cm³ and a melting point between 1300°C and 1350°C, making it suitable for high-temperature applications.

• Thermal and Electrical Conductivity: Monel 400 alloy offers good thermal conductivity (21 W/m·K at 20°C) and electrical conductivity (34% IACS in the annealed condition).

• Corrosion Resistance: It demonstrates exceptional resistance to corrosion in marine environments, including seawater, as well as in acidic and alkaline solutions.

• Machinability and Weldability: The alloy is relatively easy to machine and has good weldability, enabling it to be fabricated into various forms and structures.

Applications:

Monel 400 alloy finds extensive use in:

• Marine Engineering: For seawater handling equipment such as propeller shafts, pumps, and valves.
• Chemical Processing: Particularly in applications involving sulfuric acid, hydrofluoric acid, and other corrosive chemicals.
• Hydrocarbon Processing: Used in equipment for oil and gas production, including piping systems and heat exchangers.
• Aerospace and Defense: Components requiring high strength and corrosion resistance.

Certifications and Standards:

Monel 400 alloy meets ASTM B164, ASTM B127, and other international standards, ensuring reliability and performance in critical applications.

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Here is the chemical composition table for Monel 400 alloy: