Introduction:
Monel K500 wire is an alloy material widely used in the field of
high temperature furnaces. It is a nickel-copper alloy with
excellent high-temperature properties and corrosion resistance, so
it is widely used in high-temperature furnace equipment and
systems.
First, Monel K500 wire has excellent high temperature performance.
In a high-temperature furnace environment, the temperature is
usually very high, which places strict requirements on the heat
resistance of the material. Monel K500 wire can maintain its stable
performance under high temperature conditions and is not easy to
soften, deform or fail. It can withstand high temperature thermal
cycles and thermal expansion in high temperature furnaces, ensuring
the reliability and long-term stable operation of the equipment.
Secondly, Monel K500 wire has excellent corrosion resistance. In
the operation of high-temperature furnaces, various corrosive
gases, acid and alkali solutions and chemical reaction substances
are often involved. Monel K500 wire can resist the erosion of these
corrosive media and is not prone to corrosion, oxidation or
sulfurization reactions, maintaining its stable performance and
extending its service life. For some highly corrosive media, Monel
K500 wire exhibits high corrosion resistance, making it an ideal
choice for high-temperature furnace equipment.
In addition, Monel K500 wire also has good mechanical properties
and thermal expansion characteristics. It has high strength and
excellent plasticity, and can withstand the stress and pressure in
high-temperature furnaces. At the same time, the thermal expansion
coefficient of Monel K500 wire matches that of some commonly used
high-temperature furnace materials, which can reduce the occurrence
of thermal stress and thermal cracks caused by differences in
thermal expansion and improve the stability and reliability of the
equipment.
Parameter:
Chemical composition:
Nickel (Ni): about 63%
Copper (Cu): about 29.5%
Aluminum (Al): about 2.7%
Titanium (Ti): about 0.6%
Iron (Fe): about 2%
Manganese (Mn): about 1.5%
Silicon (Si): about 0.5%
Carbon (C): up to 0.25%
Physical properties:
Density: about 8.05g/cubic centimeter
Melting point: about 1288-1343 degrees Celsius
Thermal Conductivity: Approximately 17.2 Watts/meter-Kelvin
Linear expansion coefficient: approximately 13.9 x 10^-6 degrees
Celsius^-1 (room temperature to 100 degrees Celsius)
Mechanical behavior:
Yield Strength (Tensile Strength): Minimum approximately 790 MPa
(80,000 psi)
Tensile Strength: Minimum approximately 1100 MPa (110,000 psi)
Elongation: minimum value is about 20%
Item | Ni | Cu | Al | Ti | Fe | Mn | S | C | Si |
Monel K500 | ≥63 | 27-33 | 2.3-3.15 | 0.35-0.85 | ≤2 | ≤1.5 | ≤0.01 | ≤0.25 | ≤0.5 |
Item | Density | Melting point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation |
Monel K500 | 8.05 g/cm3 | 1288-1343℃ | 1100 | 790 | 20% |
Monel K500 | Bar/Rod | Forging | Pipe | Sheet/Strip | Welding Wire |
Standard | ASTM B864 | AMS4676 | ASTM B865 | ASTM B564 | ErNiCu-7 |
Advantage:
Monel K500 alloy wire is a high-strength, corrosion-resistant alloy
material composed of elements such as nickel and copper. It is
widely used in the field of high temperature furnaces, mainly due
to the following characteristics and advantages:
- High temperature resistance: Monel K500 alloy wire can maintain
good mechanical properties and corrosion resistance in high
temperature environments. It can withstand the high temperature
atmosphere and thermal cycle in the high temperature furnace, is
not prone to deformation and rupture, and has a long service life.
- Anti-oxidation properties: Monel K500 alloy wire exhibits excellent
anti-oxidation properties and can resist oxidation reactions at
high temperatures. This enables it to maintain stable performance
in high-temperature furnaces for a long time and is less prone to
oxidation and corrosion.
- Thermal fatigue resistance: Monel K500 alloy wire has good thermal
fatigue resistance and can withstand cyclic thermal loads at high
temperatures. In high-temperature furnaces, materials are often
subject to thermal expansion and contraction, which can lead to
thermal fatigue damage. Monel K500 alloy wire can effectively
reduce the risk of thermal fatigue and improve the reliability and
durability of high-temperature furnace components.
- Corrosion resistance: Monel K500 alloy wire has good corrosion
resistance in high temperature furnaces. It can withstand corrosive
media in high-temperature environments, including oxidizing
atmospheres, acidic and alkaline atmospheres, etc. This makes Monel
K500 alloy wire an ideal material for manufacturing internal
components of high-temperature furnaces and heat treatment tools.
Application:
In the field of high-temperature furnaces, the specific
applications of Monel K500 alloy wire include but are not limited
to the following aspects:
- Furnace components: Furnace components used to manufacture
high-temperature furnaces, such as furnace walls, furnace tops,
furnace doors, and furnace bottoms.
- Heating elements: Heating elements used in the manufacture of
high-temperature furnaces, such as resistance wires, heaters, and
heating coils.
- Heat treatment equipment: used in the manufacture of heat treatment
equipment in high-temperature furnaces, such as furnace baskets,
furnace plates, and furnace meshes.
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Q&A:
Q: What are the differences between Monel 400 and K500 wire?
A: The main difference lies in their composition and mechanical
properties. Monel 400 wire is primarily composed of nickel and
copper, offering excellent corrosion resistance in various
environments.
Q: What are the advantages of using Monel 400 and K500 wire?
A: The advantages include exceptional corrosion resistance, high
mechanical strength, and durability. Monel 400 wire is highly
resistant to seawater, acids, and alkalis, making it ideal for
marine and chemical applications.
