Nickel-Copper Alloy Monel Wire Mesh
MONEL ALLOY MESH is a high-performance wire mesh fabricated from nickel‑copper Monel alloys, mainly Monel 400 (UNS N04400) and precipitation‑hardened Monel K500 (UNS N05500). It is available in woven (plain/twill/Dutch) and welded formats, designed for extreme corrosion, pressure, and temperature environments.
| Monel Grade | UNS Code | Main Composition |
|---|---|---|
| Monel 400 | N04400 | Ni 63% / Cu 32% |
| Monel K-500 | N05500 | Ni 63% / Cu 29% / Al + Ti |
| Monel 401 | N04401 | Ni 65% / Cu 28% |
| Monel 404 | N04404 | Ni 52% / Cu 30% |
| Monel 450 | N04450 | Ni 70% / Cu 30% |
| Monel R-405 | N04405 | Ni 63% / Cu 30% / S |
Key Properties
Corrosion Resistance: Excellent resistance to salt water, hydrofluoric acid, sulfuric acid, and alkalis. It is particularly favored in marine environments because it is virtually immune to chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking.
High Strength: It has high tensile strength and retains its strength over a wide temperature range (from sub-zero up to about 1000°F / 538°C).
Non-Magnetic: Monel 400 is generally non-magnetic, though it can become slightly magnetic after cold working.
Acid Resistance: Performs well in deaerated acids but is not recommended for strong oxidizing acids like nitric acid.
Common Applications
Marine Industry: Propeller shaft packing, fishing line screens, and sea water strainers.
Chemical Processing: Filtering acids, catalyst recovery, and manufacturing pickling nets.
Textile Industry: Used in the production of synthetic fibers (since Monel resists the chemicals used in dyeing and finishing).
Battery Production: As a current collector or grid in nickel-based batteries.
Aerospace: Fuel filters and hydraulic systems.
