C71500 – CuNi 70-30% – CuNi30Mn1Fe
The highest durability among all copper alloys, for use in the most demanding conditions.
C71500 copper nickel tubes, composed of 70% copper and 30% nickel, offer the highest corrosion and impingement resistance of any copper-based alloy. Designed for severe marine and industrial environments, this alloy delivers unmatched durability and long-term performance even under the most aggressive conditions.
Known for their resistance to acidic waters, high-velocity seawater, and stress corrosion, CuNi 70/30 tubes are the preferred material in systems where reliability, longevity, and minimal maintenance are essential.
Applications
C71500 copper nickel tubes are commonly used in:
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Heat exchangers, condensers, and cooling systems in demanding marine or industrial settings
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Desalination plants and high-salinity water treatment systems
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Marine piping systems for shipboard cooling, bilge, and ballast water
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Chemical processing lines exposed to corrosive fluids and high pressure
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Offshore oil & gas platforms operating in harsh coastal conditions
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Thermal systems with high turbulence or flow-induced stress
Key benefits
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Maximum corrosion and erosion resistance: withstands aggressive waters, acids, and high-velocity flow better than any other copper alloy.
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Exceptional durability under extreme conditions: ideal for high-pressure, high-temperature, and chemically aggressive environments.
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Outstanding impingement resistance: prevents wall thinning and wear in turbulent, fast-flowing systems.
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Biofouling and scaling resistance: reduces maintenance in long-term seawater exposure.
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Efficient thermal conductivity: ensures optimal performance in demanding heat transfer systems.
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Industry standard compliance: manufactured to meet ASTM B111 and other global engineering specifications.
Technical specifications
UNS no.
Properties and metrics
Properties *
Metric
English
Density
8.94 g/cm³
0.323 lb/in³
Tensile strength
360 MPa -/- 495 MPa
52 ksi -/- 72 ksi
Yield strength
125 MPa -/- 345 MPa
18 ksi -/- 50 ksi
CTE, linear
16.2 10-6/°C @ 20 – 300 °C
9.0 10-6/°F @ 70 – 570°F
Specific heat capacity
0.09 cal/g-°C @ 20ºC
0.09 BTU/lb-°F @ 70ºF
Thermal conductivity
29 W/m-K @ 20°C
17 BTU/ft2/ft/h/°F @ 70°F
Melting point
1171 – 1238°C
2140 – 2260°F
Frequently asked questions about CuNi 70/30%
What is CuNi 70 30 material?
CuNi 70/30 (C71500) is a copper-nickel alloy composed of 70% copper and 30% nickel. It has superior strength and corrosion resistance compared to 90/10 alloys, making it suitable for highly demanding marine and industrial applications.
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