Description

Hard Drawn Copper Tube: Superior Strength and Conductivity for Demanding Applications

Hard drawn copper tube offers exceptional strength and durability, making it ideal for a wide range of applications requiring high tensile strength and excellent electrical and thermal conductivity. Manufactured through a cold-drawing process, this type of copper tubing exhibits a higher yield strength compared to annealed copper, providing enhanced resistance to deformation and pressure.

Key Features & Benefits:

• High Tensile Strength: Significantly greater resistance to bending, kinking, and collapsing compared to softer copper tubing, ensuring reliable performance even under stress. This makes it suitable for applications with high vibration or pressure.
• Excellent Electrical Conductivity: Offers exceptional electrical conductivity, making it ideal for wiring, grounding, and electrical conduit applications where efficient current transmission is crucial.
• Superior Thermal Conductivity: Facilitates efficient heat transfer, making it suitable for refrigeration, HVAC systems, and other applications requiring effective heat dissipation.
• Corrosion Resistance: Naturally resistant to corrosion, ensuring long-term durability and reducing maintenance needs. While not completely impervious, its resistance to oxidation and other forms of corrosion is superior to many other metals.
• Workability: While harder than annealed copper, it remains workable with specialized tools and techniques, allowing for bending and shaping to suit various project requirements.
• Cleanability: The smooth interior surface minimizes friction losses and enhances flow efficiency for fluid applications. It is also easy to clean and maintain.
• Wide Range of Sizes and Specifications: Available in a variety of diameters, wall thicknesses, and lengths to meet diverse application needs. Custom sizes and configurations can often be ordered.

Typical Applications:

• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems: Used extensively in refrigerant lines, providing reliable performance and preventing leaks.
• Electrical Wiring and Grounding: Ideal for electrical conduits, grounding wires, and other electrical applications requiring high conductivity and durability.
• Plumbing Systems (Specialized): Can be used in certain plumbing applications where strength and durability are paramount, though usually not for general purpose plumbing due to its difficulty in bending.
• Industrial Processes: Used in various industrial processes requiring high conductivity and pressure resistance.
• Automotive and Transportation: Used in various automotive and transportation applications for braking systems, fuel lines, and other components.
• HVAC Systems: Used in heat exchangers and other components requiring efficient heat transfer.

Specifications (Typical, Consult Manufacturer for Specifics):

• Material: 100% Pure Copper (99.9% minimum)
• Temper: Hard Drawn (H)
• Standards: Meets or exceeds industry standards such as ASTM B88. (Specific standard compliance should be verified with the manufacturer and relevant documentation)
• Sizes: Available in a wide range of diameters (OD) and wall thicknesses (WT).

Note: Proper handling and installation techniques are crucial to avoid damage during bending and installation. Specialized tools may be required for bending and forming. Always consult the manufacturer's specifications and safety guidelines before using hard drawn copper tube.