Copper

Properties and Industrial Applications of Copper

Electrical Conductivity

  • Copper is one of the best conductors of electricity, making it indispensable in electrical wiring, motors, transformers, and other electrical components.

Thermal Conductivity

  • Copper efficiently transfers heat, making it ideal for heat exchangers, radiators, and cooling systems in various industries.

Corrosion Resistance

  • Copper's natural resistance to corrosion, especially in water and humid environments, makes it suitable for plumbing, roofing, and marine applications.

Industrial Applications of Copper

Electrical Industry

  • Used in power cables, transformers, and electrical connectors due to its superior conductivity.

Plumbing and HVAC

  • Copper is commonly used in pipes, valves, and heat exchangers because of its thermal conductivity and resistance to corrosion.

Telecommunications

  • Copper is employed in wiring and cables for telecommunications infrastructure due to its excellent signal transmission qualities.

Construction

  • Copper is used for roofing, cladding, and other architectural purposes because of its durability, aesthetic appeal, and resistance to weathering.

Copper’s unique combination of conductivity, malleability, and corrosion resistance makes it an essential material in many industrial sectors, especially those requiring efficient energy transfer.

Copper

Quality Condition mm RP 0,2 min N/mm2 Rm N/mm2 A5 % HV
SS 5011
EN 1.4305
-04 10 - 50 180 - 290 250 - 320 15-40 75-100

Round/Square/6-sided Copper

Dim mm SS EN Cu-Of SS EN CuZn39Pb3
Weight Kg/m SS 5170 Weight Kg / m SS 5011
6 0,23 X 0,25 X
8 0,40 X 0,45 X
10 0,63 X 0,71
12 0,90 X 1,02
16 1,61 X 1,81
20 2,51 X 2,83 X
21 2,77 X 3,12
25 3,93 X 4,42 X
30 5,65 X 6,36 X
36 8,14 X 9,16
38 9,07 X 10,20
40 10,05 X 11,30 X
42 11,08 X 12,46
45 12,72 X 14,31
48 14,47 X 16,28
50 15,70 17,66 X
55 19,00 X 21,37
65 26,53 X 29,85
70 30,77 X 34,62
75 11,92 X 39,74
80 13,56 X 45,22
100 21,20 X 70,65
110 25,65 X 85,49
130 35,82 X 119,40
150 47,69 X 158,96
180 68,67 X 228,91

4-sided

Dim mm Weight Kg/m SS 5170 Weight Kg / m SS 5011
12 x 12 1,22 X 1,29
20 x 20 3,4 X 3,57 X
25 x 25 5,31 5,58 X
30 x 30 7,65 8,04 X
40 x 40 13,6 14,3
50 x 50 21,4 22,3
75 x 75 47,8 50,2

6-sided

Dim mm Weight Kg/m SS 5170
6 0,27 X
12 1,06 X
19 2,66 X