Ormiston Monel Seizing Wire

Ormiston Monel Seizing Wire is the globally recognised brand sought after in the marine industry by yacht skippers, yacht owners, boatmen and riggers. Seizing Wire is manufactured from corrosion-resistant nickel/copper alloy, so it will not rust or corrode.

Monel Seizing Wire is user-friendly because it bends and twists easily in the hand.

Monel does not adversely react with other dissimilar metals. Monel can be used successfully without galvanic reaction next to galvanised steel, stainless steel and aluminium.

Ormiston is recognised by yachters worldwide as the foremost trusted manufacturer for Monel Seizing Wire, making it the ideal solution for securing turnbuckles and shackles in a marine environment, including underwater applications such as moorings.

0.9mm diameter is easy to cut, pliable, but won't break easily in situ.

Monel Seizing is supplied on a convenient 10 metre spool.

Monel offers high tensile strength and toughness, essential when securing or lashing components under tension or vibration.

Monel is the most suitable option for marine seizing wire due to its excellent performance in saltwater environments.

Monel Seizing Wire: Facts, Features and Plus Factors

1. Monel has Exceptional Corrosion Resistance

• Saltwater Performance: Monel is highly resistant to corrosion from seawater, even at high flow rates or when submerged for long periods
• Resistant to pitting and crevice corrosion, unlike many stainless steels, especially in chloride-rich marine environments

2. Monel features High Strength and Durability

• High Tensile Strength and Endurance: for secure seizing or lashing of components under tension or vibration

3. Monel is known for Long-Term Reliability

• Excellent working lifespan in marine environments for less frequent replacement

• Maintains structural integrity without becoming brittle

4. Monel is Non-Magnetic

• Useful in applications where magnetic interference must be avoided (e.g., near compasses or sensitive instruments)

5. Monel has Excellent Workability

• Monel wire is flexible enough to be wrapped and twisted by hand or with tools, making it practical for rigging, seizing, or safety wiring

6. Monel is Galvanically Compatible with Commonly-Used Marine Metals

• Outperforms alternatives when in contact with metals in saltwater: much less prone to galvanic corrosion compared to aluminium, galvanised steel, or stainless steel

What is Monel?

Monel is a nickel-copper alloy, typically composed of 65–70% nickel and 20–29% copper, with small amounts of iron, manganese, carbon, and silicon.

The most common grade is Monel 400, which is widely used in marine, chemical, and aerospace applications.

Monel is a trademark name originally registered by Special Metals Corporation, recognised and respected for combining the corrosion resistance of pure nickel with the added strength and lower cost benefits of copper.