Monel is a group of alloys of nickel (from 52 to 68%) and copper, with small amounts of iron, manganese, carbon, and silicon. Monel is not a cupronickel alloy because it has less than 60% copper. Stronger than pure nickel, Monel alloys are resistant to corrosion by many aggressive agents, including rapidly flowing seawater. They can be ...

2014年3月10日 · Because of Monel’s exceptional corrosion resistance, it is often the metal of choice for industries such as chemical processing, petro-chem, and high pressure/temperature steam applications. For a range of marine applications, Monel is ideal.

Corrosion resistance: Nitric oxides and sulfur dioxides, combined with water, are very corrosive to Monel. Nitric and nitrous acids can be very corrosive to Monel at room temperature

Monel is well known as a corrosion strong, rust-resistant material. It is resistant to corrosion and acids, and some alloys can withstand a fire in pure oxygen.

2011年5月15日 · There is a shaft of a cooling water pump (sea water) that corroded seriously. The shaft is made of Monel K500. Since K500 is famous for its resistence to corrosion and is usually used for marine service, I have no idea what happened to this shaft. Can someone give me some suggestion on this issue? I do really appreciate any help from you.

2002年10月31日 · I received an old paper by Harry Copson and C.F. Cheng on observations of corrosion on Monel in HF environments. They showed that exposure of Monel to HF in oxidizing, moist conditions can generate both transgranular and intergranular stress corrosion cracking.

Monel was born out of joint research into a more affordable route to nickel silver by three metallurgists, David H. Browne, Victor Hybinette and Robert C. Stanley. Stanley ultimately solved the process and refined the first proto super-alloy ingot; fortuitous given his presidency of the future International Nickel Company fifteen years later.

2024年3月26日 · Monel alloys are significantly more resistant to the corrosion then steel materials, and they can function steadily in a variety of challenging conditions, including acids, alkalis, salts, and oxides, for extended periods of time.

2023年11月1日 · By studying the effect of marine temperature on tribocorrosion behavior of Monel 400 alloy, effective protective measures can be taken according to the tribocorrosion behavior of metal in different sea areas and seasons, so as to achieve stable operation of marine equipment.

Monel, a nickel-copper alloy, is known for its superior corrosion resistance, especially in marine environments. Stainless steel, an iron-chromium alloy, offers versatility, affordability, and corrosion resistance across many industries. This article will compare their key differences, helping you make an informed decision. What is Monel?