Copper Tubes
Copper tubes are widely used in various applications, primarily in theair conditioning andrefrigeration industry, as well as inplumbing andindustrial piping systems.
1、Air conditioning and refrigeration
Copper tubes are the core component ofheat exchangers and play a crucial role inthermal management systems. They are used inevaporators andcondensers to facilitate heat transfer between refrigerant and ambient air/water.
2、Plumbing and industrial applications
Copper pipes are commonly used inbuilding water supply systems for hot and cold water distribution. They are also employed inmedical equipment plumbing, fuel lines (e.g.,natural gas orpropane), and industrial cooling systems.
3、Small diameter applications
In the air conditioning sector, small diameter copper tubes (≤5mm) are used incopper-aluminum finned heat exchangers, which are lightweight and efficient for residential and commercial cooling systems.
4、Oil/fuel transportation
Copper tubes with smooth interior surfaces are suitable for transporting oils, gasoline, and other fluids, thanks to their corrosion resistance and dimensional stability.
Why choose us
Our Certificate
ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, IATF16949. UL, CMA, SGS.
Sales Market
We export our products to over 20 countries around the world. These include the United States, countries in Europe, and nations in Southeast Asia.
Our service
Before shipment: Laboratory Test and Bulk Inspection.
Description
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Alloy Type |
C11000,C10200, C10300,C12000,C12200. |
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Specification |
Outer Diameter 50-420mm, Wall Thickness 5-65mm. |
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Temper |
O, 1/4H, 1/2H, H, EH. |
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Lead Time |
15-30 days according to quantity. |
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Properities |
Corrosion resistance, Easy to mold. |
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Service |
Customized. |
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Shipping Port |
Shanghai or Ningbo Port, China. |
Mechanical Properties
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Alloy Grade |
Temper |
Tensile strength (N/mm²) |
Elongation % |
Hardness |
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T2 |
C1100 |
C11000 |
Cu-ETP |
M |
O |
O61 |
R200/H040 |
≥195 |
≥195 |
≤235 |
200-250 |
≥30 |
≥30 |
≤70 |
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Y4 |
1/4H |
H01 |
R220/H040 |
215-275 |
215-285 |
235-290 |
220-260 |
≥25 |
≥20 |
≥33 |
60-90 |
55-100 |
18-51 |
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Y2 |
1/2H |
H02 |
R240/H065 |
245-345 |
235-315 |
255-315 |
240-300 |
≥8 |
≥10 |
≥8 |
80-110 |
75-120 |
43-57 |
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Y |
H |
/ |
R290/H090 |
295-380 |
≥275 |
/ |
290-360 |
≥3 |
≥4 |
90-120 |
≥80 |
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T |
/ |
R360/H110 |
≥350 |
/ |
≥360 |
≥2 |
≥110 |
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T3 |
C1100 |
C11000 |
Cu-FRTP |
M |
0 |
O61 |
R200/H040 |
≥195 |
≥195 |
≤235 |
200-250 |
≥30 |
≥30 |
≥33 |
≤70 |
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Y4 |
1/4H |
H01 |
R220/H040 |
215-275 |
215-285 |
235-290 |
220-260 |
≥25 |
≥20 |
≥8 |
60-90 |
55-100 |
18-51 |
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Y2 |
1/2H |
H02 |
R240/H065 |
245-345 |
235-315 |
255-315 |
240-300 |
≥8 |
≥10 |
≥4 |
80-110 |
75-120 |
43-57 |
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Y |
H |
/ |
R290/H090 |
295-380 |
≥275 |
/ |
290-360 |
≥3 |
≥2 |
90-120 |
≥80 |
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T |
/ |
R360/H110 |
≥350 |
/ |
≥360 |
≥110 |
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TU1 |
C1020 |
C10200 |
CU-0F |
M |
O |
H00 |
R200/H040 |
≥195 |
≥195 |
200-275 |
200-250 |
≥30 |
≥30 |
≤70 |
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Y4 |
1/4H |
H01 |
R220/H040 |
215-275 |
215-285 |
235-295 |
220-260 |
≥25 |
≥15 |
≥33 |
60-90 |
55-100 |
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Y2 |
1/2H |
H02 |
R240/H065 |
245-345 |
235-315 |
255-315 |
240-300 |
≥8 |
≥10 |
≥8 |
80-110 |
75-120 |
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H |
H03 |
R290/H090 |
≥275 |
285-345 |
290-360 |
≥8 |
≥80 |
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Y |
H04 |
295-380 |
295-360 |
≥3 |
90-120 |
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H06 |
R360/H110 |
325-385 |
≥360 |
≥2 |
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T |
H08 |
≥350 |
345-400 |
≥110 |
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H10 |
≥360 |
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TU2 |
C1020 |
C10200 |
CU-0F |
M |
O |
H00 |
R200/H040 |
≥195 |
≥195 |
200-275 |
200-250 |
≥30 |
≥30 |
≤70 |
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Y4 |
1/4H |
H01 |
R220/H040 |
215-275 |
215-285 |
235-295 |
220-260 |
≥25 |
≥15 |
≥33 |
60-90 |
55-100 |
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Y2 |
1/2H |
H02 |
R240/H065 |
245-345 |
235-315 |
255-315 |
240-300 |
≥8 |
≥10 |
≥8 |
80-110 |
80-100 |
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H |
H03 |
R290/H090 |
≥275 |
285-345 |
290-360 |
≥8 |
≥80 |
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Y |
H04 |
295-380 |
295-360 |
≥3 |
90-120 |
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H06 |
R360/H110 |
325-385 |
≥360 |
≥2 |
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T |
H08 |
≥350 |
345-400 |
≥110 |
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H10 |
≥360 |
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TU3 |
C1020 |
C10200 |
CU-0F |
M |
O |
H00 |
R200/H040 |
≥195 |
≥195 |
200-275 |
200-250 |
≥30 |
≥30 |
≤70 |
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Y4 |
1/4H |
H01 |
R220/H040 |
215-275 |
215-285 |
235-295 |
220-260 |
≥25 |
≥15 |
≥33 |
60-90 |
55-100 |
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Y2 |
1/2H |
H02 |
R240/H065 |
245-345 |
235-315 |
255-315 |
240-300 |
≥8 |
≥10 |
≥8 |
80-110 |
75-120 |
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H |
H03 |
R290/H090 |
≥275 |
285-345 |
290-360 |
≥8 |
≥80 |
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Y |
H04 |
295-380 |
295-360 |
≥3 |
90-120 |
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H06 |
R360/H110 |
325-385 |
≥360 |
≥2 |
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T |
H08 |
≥350 |
345-400 |
≥110 |
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H10 |
≥360 |
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TP1 |
C1201 |
C12000 |
CU-DLP |
M |
O |
H00 |
R200/H040 |
≥195 |
≥195 |
200-275 |
200-250 |
≥30 |
≥30 |
≤70 |
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Y4 |
1/4H |
H01 |
R220/H040 |
215-275 |
215-285 |
235-295 |
220-260 |
≥25 |
≥15 |
≥33 |
60-90 |
55-100 |
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Y2 |
1/2H |
H02 |
R240/H065 |
245-345 |
235-315 |
255-315 |
240-300 |
≥8 |
≥10 |
≥8 |
80-110 |
75-120 |
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H |
H03 |
R290/H090 |
≥275 |
285-345 |
290-360 |
≥8 |
≥80 |
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Y |
H04 |
295-380 |
295-360 |
≥3 |
90-120 |
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H06 |
R360/H110 |
325-385 |
≥360 |
≥2 |
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T |
H08 |
≥350 |
345-400 |
≥110 |
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H10 |
≥360 |
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TP2 |
C1220 |
C12200 |
CU-DHP |
M |
O |
H00 |
R200/H040 |
≥195 |
≥195 |
200-275 |
200-250 |
≥30 |
≥30 |
≤70 |
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Y4 |
1/4H |
H01 |
R220/H040 |
215-275 |
215-285 |
235-295 |
220-260 |
≥25 |
≥15 |
≥33 |
60-90 |
55-100 |
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Y2 |
1/2H |
H02 |
R240/H065 |
245-345 |
235-315 |
255-315 |
240-300 |
≥8 |
≥10 |
≥8 |
80-110 |
75-120 |
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H |
H03 |
R290/H090 |
≥275 |
285-345 |
290-360 |
≥8 |
≥80 |
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Y |
H04 |
295-380 |
295-360 |
≥3 |
90-120 |
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H06 |
R360/H110 |
325-385 |
≥360 |
≥2 |
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T |
H08 |
≥350 |
345-400 |
≥110 |
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H10 |
≥360 |
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Advantages
Biostatic properties
Inhibits the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms.
01
Corrosion resistance
Naturally resists rust and other forms of corrosion.
02
Durability
Copper pipe can last 50 years or more when properly installed.
03
Heat tolerance
Performs well in both hot and cold water applications.
04
Recyclability
Copper is 100% recyclable, making it an environmentally friendly choice.
05

Copper pipe is available in various diameters to accommodate different flow requirements. Having a variety of sizes ensures that each pipe can be used for its intended purpose, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. The standard sizings are:
· 1/2 inch
· 3/4 inch
· 1 inch
· 1 1/4 inch
· 1 1/2 inch
· 2 inch
The most common sizes for residential use are 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch, and larger diameters are more common in commercial or industrial applications.
How is Copper Tubing and Pipe Made
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Manufacturing Steps |
Copper Pipe |
Copper Tube |
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Extrusion |
To Make a Hollow Tube, Heated Copper Billets Are Pressed Through a Die. |
Same Extrusion Method, Usually With a Sketching Step in Between. |
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Machining |
To Obtain Precise Dimensions, Threads, or Fittings, Pipes May Need to Be Further Machined After Extrusion. |
Less Machining May Be Required for Tubes; Annealing and Drawing Are Used to Produce the Desired Final Dimensions and Smoothness. |
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Drawing Process |
Pipe Dimensions Are Mainly Achieved via Extrusion and Machining; They Are Not Frequently Required. |
To Get the Desired Size, the Tube is Drawn, Which Improves Smoothness and Precision. |
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Annealing |
Not Frequently Used for Pipes; Pipes Are Usually Toughened for Certain Purposes. |
Frequently Annealed to Increase Ductility and Flexibility for Bending and Other Uses. |
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Pressure Testing |
To Make Sure They Adhere to High-pressure and Plumbing Requirements, Pipes Are Frequently Pressure Tested. |
Depending on the Use, Such as Medical Gas Systems or Refrigeration, Tubes May Undergo Pressure Testing. |
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Dimensional Accuracy |
Attained by Precise Machining and Extrusion in Order to Satisfy Astm B280 or B88 Standards. |
Attained by Means of Extrusion and Drawing Procedures in Order to Comply With Astm B251 and B75 Standards. |
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Bending |
Pipes Are Less Flexible; to Bend Them Into a Precise Angle or Curve, Fittings or Tools Are Needed. |
Bending Tubes Can Be Accomplished Manually or With Basic Tools Due to Their Increased Flexibility. |
Comparison of Copper Tube Types

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Type K
The thickest-walled type, best suited for underground water supply lines or other high-pressure, demanding applications.
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Type L
Has a thinner wall than Type K and is the most common type for interior residential and commercial water supply and pressure applications.
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Type M
Even thinner than Type L, this is often used for lower-pressure residential and commercial heating applications.
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Type DWV
The thinnest type, designed for non-pressurized applications like drain, waste, and vent lines.
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Feature |
Type K |
Type L |
Type M |
Type DWV |
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Wall Thickness |
Thickest |
Medium |
Thin |
Thinnest |
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Pressure Rating |
Highest |
High |
Moderate |
Non-Pressurized |
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Common Uses |
Underground Mains, Commercial |
Interior Plumbing, HVAC, Fire |
Residential Water Lines |
Drains, Waste, Vents |
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Color Code |
Green |
Blue |
Red |
Yellow |
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Available Forms |
Rigid & Soft |
Rigid & Soft |
Primarily Rigid |
Primarily Rigid |
Package
Standard export package,suit for all kinds of transport,or as required.
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