Monel 400, also known as UNS N04400, is a nickel-copper alloy renowned for its exceptional corrosion resistance, high strength, and excellent mechanical properties across a wide temperature range. This solid-solution alloy is composed primarily of nickel (63% min) and copper (28-34%), with small additions of iron, manganese, and silicon to enhance its durability and performance in harsh environments.
Monel 400 is widely used in marine, chemical processing, oil & gas, and aerospace industries due to its resistance to seawater, acids, and alkaline solutions. The alloy maintains its strength and toughness even at sub-zero temperatures, making it ideal for cryogenic applications.
ASTM B164 Specification for Monel 400 Bar, Rod & Wire
The ASTM B164 standard governs the production of Monel 400 (N04400) and Monel 405 (N04405) in the form of hot-worked and cold-worked rods, bars, and wires.
Chemical Composition
| Weight % | C | S | Ni+Co | Fe | Mn | Si | Cu |
| Monel 400 | 0.30 max | 0.024 max | 63.0 max | 2.50 max | 2.0 max | 0.50 max | 28-34 |
Mechanical Properties
| Material | Form and Condition | Tensile Strength MPa | Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) MPa | Elongation (%) | Hardness Rockwell B |
| Alloy 400 | Annealed Rod and Bar | 517-620 | 172-345 | 60-35 | 60-80 |
Specifications For ASTM B164 Monel 400 Round Bar
| Dimensions | ASTM, ASME and API |
| Standard Specification | ASTM B 164, B 865, ASME SB 164, SB 865 |
| Size | 6 mm to 120 mm. |
| Length | Random, Fix & Cut Length |
Manufacturing Process of Monel 400 Bars & Rods
As a leading Monel 400 round bar manufacturer and exporter in China, Lork Group follows stringent production processes to ensure high-quality ASTM B164-compliant products:
Melting & Casting
Raw materials (Ni, Cu, Fe, Mn) are melted in electric arc furnaces.
Precise composition control ensures corrosion resistance.
Hot Working (Forging/Rolling)
Heated billets are hot-rolled or forged into bars/rods.
Enhances grain structure and mechanical properties.
Cold Drawing (for Precision Bars)
Improves dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
Increases strength through work hardening.
Heat Treatment (Annealing)
Relieves stresses and optimizes ductility.
Quality Testing & Certification
Chemical, mechanical, and NDT testing (ultrasonic, PMI).
Compliance with ASTM, ASME, EN, and other international standards.
Applications of Monel 400 Bars & Rods
Monel 400's unique properties make it suitable for:
Marine Engineering: Pump shafts, propeller shafts, seawater valves
Chemical Processing: Heat exchangers, reactor vessels
Oil & Gas: Downhole tools, fasteners, piping systems
Aerospace: Aircraft fuel tanks, hydraulic systems
Power Generation: Turbine blades, nuclear components