Monel K500 Reducing FlangeASTM B865 · ASME B16.5 · Manufacturer, stockist & exporter, India
Alloy K-500 · UNS N05500 · RF
A Monel K500 reducing flange is a flange with a smaller bore than its outside dimensions, connecting to a smaller pipe, made from Monel K500 to ASTM B865. A reducing flange changes pipe size at a flanged joint without a separate reducer, saving space and a weld. Use it where the flow disturbance from a sudden change is acceptable.
- ASTM B865
- ASME B16.5
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
- Export packing
Reviewed by the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical team · Updated October 2026
What is a Monel K500 Reducing Flange?
- What it is
- A flange with a smaller bore than its outside dimensions, connecting to a smaller pipe
- Material
- ASTM B865
- Dimensions
- ASME B16.5
- Grade
- Monel K500 · UNS N05500
- Best at
- High-strength pump shafts, bolting and springs in seawater
Monel K500 Reducing Flange Specification
| Product | Monel K500 Reducing Flange |
|---|---|
| Material standard | ASTM B865 |
| Dimensional standard | ASME B16.5 |
| Sizes | ½" – 24" (ASME B16.5) · 26" – 60" (ASME B16.47) |
| Pressure class | Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, 2500 · PN 6 – PN 100 |
| Facing | RF · FF · RTJ · tongue & groove |
| Bore | To match pipe schedule (state on order) |
| Testing | PMI · dimensional · NDT and IGC on request |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 · 3.2 with third-party inspection |
When to Choose a Reducing Flange
A reducing flange changes pipe size at a flanged joint without a separate reducer, saving space and a weld. Use it where the flow disturbance from a sudden change is acceptable.
- Outside dimensions of the larger size
- Bore / hub for the smaller pipe
- Weld neck, slip-on or threaded styles
Monel K500 Reducing Flange Chemical Composition
| Element | Weight % |
|---|---|
| Nickel (+Co) | 63.0 min |
| Copper | 27.0 – 33.0 |
| Aluminium | 2.30 – 3.15 |
| Titanium | 0.35 – 0.85 |
| Iron | 2.0 max |
| Manganese | 1.5 max |
| Carbon | 0.25 max |
| Silicon | 0.5 max |
Monel K500 Reducing Flange Mechanical Properties
| Age-hardened bar | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 965 MPa · 140 ksi |
| Yield strength 0.2% | 690 MPa · 100 ksi |
| Elongation | 20% |
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the Monel K500 grade page.
Other Monel K500 flanges
Monel K500 Reducing Flanges for export
FOB / CIF · Nhava Sheva (JNPT), MumbaiMonel K500 Reducing Flange dimensions — ASME B16.5 Class 150 & 300
Outside diameter, thickness and bolting are set by size and class. Values in mm; thickness excludes the 1.6 mm raised face.
| NPS | Cl 150 OD | Cl 150 thickness | Cl 150 bolt circle | Cl 150 bolts | Cl 300 OD | Cl 300 thickness | Cl 300 bolt circle | Cl 300 bolts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½" | 90 | 9.6 | 60.3 | 4 × ½" | 95 | 12.7 | 66.7 | 4 × ½" |
| 1" | 110 | 12.7 | 79.4 | 4 × ½" | 125 | 15.9 | 88.9 | 4 × ⅝" |
| 1½" | 125 | 15.9 | 98.4 | 4 × ½" | 155 | 19.1 | 114.3 | 4 × ¾" |
| 2" | 150 | 17.5 | 120.7 | 4 × ⅝" | 165 | 20.7 | 127.0 | 8 × ⅝" |
| 3" | 190 | 22.3 | 152.4 | 4 × ⅝" | 210 | 27.0 | 168.3 | 8 × ¾" |
| 4" | 230 | 22.3 | 190.5 | 8 × ⅝" | 255 | 30.2 | 200.0 | 8 × ¾" |
| 6" | 280 | 23.9 | 241.3 | 8 × ¾" | 320 | 35.0 | 269.9 | 12 × ¾" |
| 8" | 345 | 27.0 | 298.5 | 8 × ¾" | 380 | 39.7 | 330.2 | 12 × ⅞" |
| 10" | 405 | 28.6 | 362.0 | 12 × ⅞" | 445 | 46.1 | 387.4 | 16 × 1" |
| 12" | 485 | 30.2 | 431.8 | 12 × ⅞" | 520 | 49.3 | 450.8 | 16 × 1⅛" |
Full chart: ASME B16.5 flange dimensions.
Monel K500 Reducing Flange — questions buyers ask
Is a reducing flange better than a reducer plus flange?
It saves length and a weld, but a buttweld reducer gives smoother flow. Choose by space and process needs.
Which standard covers Monel K500 reducing flanges?
The material is ASTM B865; dimensions follow ASME B16.5. Always state both on your purchase order, with the edition if your project specifies one.
What decides the price of a Monel K500 reducing flange?
The alloy price, the size and pressure class, quantity, and the testing and documents required. Send your list and we quote the same working day.
Can you supply Monel K500 reducing flanges to NACE MR0175?
Yes. Monel K500 is listed in NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156-3 within its limits; state NACE compliance on the order and it is confirmed on the certificate.
What documents do you supply?
EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates as standard, 3.2 with third-party inspection on request, plus dimensional and PMI reports.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026