Based in the industrious city of Hamilton, Mason Tubefittings has built a reputation as a trusted local source for high-performance fluid handling solutions. We take pride in manufacturing and supplying the Monel K500 Ball Valve, a component designed for those particularly demanding environments where ordinary materials simply won’t hold up. Our focus is on delivering robust, reliable valves crafted with precision, ensuring they stand up to the toughest conditions right here in New Zealand and beyond.
The strength of the Monel K500 ball valve comes from its unique composition, a nickel-copper alloy enhanced with aluminum and titanium. This special formulation gives it the excellent corrosion resistance Monel is known for, but with significantly increased strength and hardness, similar to that of heat-treated steels. It’s this combination of toughness and durability that makes it suitable for high-load applications, offering a long service life even under constant mechanical stress.
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | Cu | Fe | Ni | S |
| K500 | 0.25 max | 1.5 max | 0.5 max | 27.00 – 33.00 | 0.5 – 2 | 63.00 min | 0.010 max |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.44 g/cm3 | 1350 °C (2460 °F) | Psi – 1,60,000 , MPa – 1100 | Psi – 1,15000 , MPa – 790 | 20% |
| STANDARD | WNR Material Number | UNS | JIS | GOST | BS | AFNOR | EN |
| K500 | 2.4375 | N05500 |
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When it comes to uses, the Monel K500 ball valve truly shines in challenging marine and industrial settings. You’ll find it essential in offshore oil and gas systems, shipboard service, and pumps handling seawater, where its resistance to saltwater corrosion is paramount. It’s also ideal for chemical processing, oil well components, and sour gas service, effectively resisting various corrosive acids and caustic solutions. Essentially, it’s the go-to choice for any critical application where failure is not an option due to extreme pressures or a highly corrosive environment.
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