When offshore chemical processing plants sought solutions that combined exceptional corrosion resistance with superior mechanical strength, the choice of Monel K-500 Sheets redefined reliability, delivering longer-lasting components capable of resisting sour gas embrittlement, cavitation, and saltwater corrosion. Aurico Alloys LLP supplies certified Monel K-500 Sheets trusted globally by chemical, oil & gas, marine, pharmaceutical, and power industries for their combination of durability and strength.
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Monel K-500 (UNS N05500, ASTM B164) is a nickel-copper alloy strengthened by discrete aluminum and titanium additions via precipitation hardening, greatly enhancing its tensile and yield strength while maintaining corrosion resistance comparable to Monel 400. The alloy is highly resistant to chloride stress corrosion cracking (SCC), hydrogen embrittlement, and pitting corrosion, performing excellently in challenging marine, chemical, and sour gas environments with service temperature capabilities up to 315°C.
Aurico Alloys LLP offers Monel K-500 Sheets in variable thicknesses and finishes including cold-rolled, hot-rolled, and annealed, all with full mill test certification and ASTM compliance. Our inventory enables rapid delivery and precision cutting, supporting OEMs, fabricators, and maintenance teams worldwide with premium material solutions.
Specifying Aurico’s Monel K-500 Sheets ensures access to one of the highest strength nickel-copper alloys with proven corrosion protection, helping industries optimize equipment lifespan, reduce downtime, and comply with stringent industrial standards.
High-quality Monel K 500 Sheets ready for industrial use.
Specification Overview
| Supplier & Manufacturer | Aurico Alloys LLP |
|---|---|
| Grade | Monel K-500 (UNS N05500) |
| Standards | ASTM B164, AMS 4638, AMS 5882 |
| Thickness Range | 0.5 mm – 25 mm |
| Width Range | Custom widths up to 1500 mm |
| Finish | Cold rolled, hot rolled, annealed, pickled |
| Forms | Sheets, plates, strips, coils |
| Certification | Full mill test certificates (MTC), ASTM/AMS compliance, RoHS/REACH certified |
| Price | INR 2,500 – 7,000 per kg. Indicative USD 29 – 82 per kg; quoted against grade, form, size and quantity. |
Equivalent Grades & Standards
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| UNS number | N05500 |
| Werkstoff / EN number | 2.4375 |
| Density | 8.44 g/cm3 |
| Melting range | 1315-1350 °C |
| Modulus of elasticity (tension) | 26.0 × 10³ ksi |
| Modulus of elasticity (torsion) | 9.5 × 10³ ksi |
| Poisson's ratio (aged material at room temperature) | 0.32 |
| Plate, sheet and strip specification | QQ-N-286 |
Identifiers and physical constants for Monel K-500. A dash means no such designation is published for this grade.
Stock & Product Availability
Aurico Alloys LLP maintains extensive inventory of Monel K-500 Sheets and supports rapid shipments with custom sizing for chemical, oil & gas, marine, pharmaceutical, and power generation applications worldwide.
Chemical Composition
| Element | Min (%) | Max (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | 63.0 | — |
| Carbon (C) | — | 0.25 |
| Manganese (Mn) | — | 1.5 |
| Iron (Fe) | — | 2.0 |
| Sulfur (S) | — | 0.01 |
| Silicon (Si) | — | 0.5 |
| Copper (Cu) | 27.0 | 33.0 |
| Aluminium (Al) | 2.30 | 3.15 |
| Titanium (Ti) | 0.35 | 0.85 |
Composition limits for Monel K-500. These are specification limits for the grade, not measured values for a lot; the mill test certificate supplied with your order states the actual analysis.
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | 900 – 1100 |
| Yield Strength (MPa) | 480 – 830 |
| Elongation (%) | 3 – 30 (depending on temp and heat treatment) |
| Hardness (HRC) | 25 – 40 |
| Service Temperature (°C) | Up to 482 (900°F) |
Applications & Benefits
- Offshore oil & gas components exposed to sour gas and seawater corrosion
- Valves, pump shafts, compressor components requiring high strength and erosion resistance
- Chemical processing and petrochemical equipment handling corrosive fluids and gases
- Marine hardware facing cavitation, saltwater corrosion, and mechanical wear
- Pharmaceutical reactors, sterilizers, and processing lines needing corrosion and stress resistance
- Power generation turbine blades and high-temperature mechanical components
FAQ & Insights
Global Export Destinations
We ship worldwide from Mumbai. See every destination we export to on our export markets page.
Domestic Supply Network
We deliver across India from our Mumbai stockyard. See every city we supply on our supply locations page.
Conclusion
Aurico Alloys LLP’s Monel K-500 Sheets offer the ultimate combination of strength, corrosion resistance, and reliability demanded by chemical, oil & gas, marine, pharma, and power industries where failure interrupts operations and costs escalate. Are you prepared to enhance your assets’ performance with Aurico’s certified Monel K-500 Sheets the trusted material for the harshest environments?